Is Andrews safe?
Tampa, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Andrews as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Andrews
“Go with care. Andrews is an unassuming, mostly residential North Tampa community that is generally safe during the day but lacks dedicated tourist amenities. Visitors should practice standard suburban situational awareness, particularly locking vehicles and remaining vigilant along adjacent commercial corridors at night.”
About the area
Andrews is a quiet, low-density suburban neighborhood located in northern Hillsborough County near Lake Magdalene and the North Tampa commercial corridors. The area is dominated by modest single-family homes, small apartment complexes, and local strip centers. While not a primary visitor destination, it offers a convenient and relatively calm base for exploring Greater Tampa.
- Suburban Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet Enclave
- Low-Key
Walking and biking in Andrews
Walk score: 44/100 · Bike score: 48/100
There are no shared bike programs directly in the neighborhood, and dedicated bike lanes are sparse on major arterials, though quiet interior neighborhood streets are manageable for casual cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to nearby urban core and East Tampa neighborhoods
- Stable residential pockets with a solid base of established homeowners and long-term renters
- Convenient driving access to I-275, Dale Mabry Highway, and USF medical and educational hubs
Cons
- Opportunistic property crime, especially vehicle break-ins, occurs intermittently in residential driveways
- Inconsistent sidewalk infrastructure and dim street lighting on secondary residential lanes
- Close proximity to busy commercial arterials that experience higher rates of traffic and transient activity
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is very low within the residential core of Andrews, though occasional unhoused individuals and panhandlers can be seen along major nearby intersections on Florida Avenue and Fletcher Avenue.
What Andrews is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and quiet as local residents commute to work, with occasional dog walkers on neighborhood streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential atmosphere, though surrounding perimeter roads see steady suburban traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential winding down; streets become dimly lit, so sticking to well-lit areas is recommended.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Subdued and mostly deserted; minimal foot traffic with standard caution advised regarding vehicle security.
Transit, parking and getting around
Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART) provides local bus service along perimeter routes such as N Florida Ave (Route 1) and E Fletcher Ave, though transit options directly inside residential streets are limited and there is no passenger rail.
Parking is exceptionally easy and universally free, with abundant private driveways and ample spaces in surrounding retail shopping plazas.
Things to do in Andrews
- Explore local independent dining spots along the North Florida Avenue corridor
- Enjoy nearby outdoor recreation and picnic areas around Lake Magdalene and Northdale parks
- Take a short drive to the Museum of Science & Industry (MOSI) or Busch Gardens Tampa Bay located just east
Local favorites
- Taqueria Emanuel · Mexican Restaurant · 4.5★ (820)A popular no-frills local spot serving authentic Mexican street tacos, burritos, and daily specials.
- Chubby's Super Subs · Sandwich Shop · 4.4★ (460)Long-standing neighborhood deli famous for hot and cold subs, steak sandwiches, and casual takeout.
- Jeremiah's Italian Ice · Dessert Shop · 4.8★ (1150)Vibrant nearby sweet shop offering a wide variety of Italian ice, soft serve, and gelati layers.
Scores are safety-driven — recent reported crime and local news plus Census income, poverty, housing, education, household and access data — refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately and do not affect the safety score. A guide, not a guarantee — conditions change street to street.