Is Apollo Key Village safe?
Tampa, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Apollo Key Village as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Apollo Key Village
“Go. Apollo Key Village and the surrounding Apollo Beach area offer a peaceful, low-crime suburban environment ideal for families and visitors seeking coastal recreation. Standard safety precautions apply along commercial thoroughfares, but residential areas are largely secure and quiet.”
About the area
Apollo Key Village is a quiet residential enclave situated in the greater Apollo Beach and South Shore region of Hillsborough County. Known for its proximity to Tampa Bay waters, nature preserves, and modern suburban subdivisions, it provides a relaxed alternative to downtown Tampa. Visitors primarily come for boating, waterfront dining, and viewing wintering manatees nearby.
- Suburban / Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Waterfront Proximity
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Apollo Key Village
Walk score: 24/100 · Bike score: 38/100
Bike-share options are not present; cycling is largely confined to residential subdivision roads and dedicated paths within local nature preserves.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than the Tampa citywide and national averages.
- Well-maintained residential developments with strong homeownership rates and modern infrastructure.
- Close proximity to coastal waterways, nature trails, and popular regional parks.
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with minimal public transit options.
- Occasional opportunistic vehicle burglaries reported in open driveway communities.
- Heavy traffic congestion during rush hour along nearby Big Bend Road and US-41.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the residential neighborhood, with only occasional individuals seen near major commercial intersections along US-41.
What Apollo Key Village is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with local residents jogging, walking dogs, and commuting.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet throughout residential pockets with moderate commercial activity along main arterials.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Relaxed vibe with families and diners gathering at nearby neighborhood eateries.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and quiet with virtually no foot traffic; street safety remains high but low lighting necessitates awareness.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART), but fixed-route service is extremely sparse in this suburban zone, requiring a personal vehicle or rideshare for nearly all trips.
Parking is abundant and free throughout residential streets, private driveways, and commercial shopping plazas.
Things to do in Apollo Key Village
- Visit the nearby TECO Manatee Viewing Center during cooler months to observe wild manatees in the warm water discharge canal.
- Launch a kayak or paddleboard to explore the mangrove trails at Apollo Beach Nature Preserve.
- Enjoy waterfront dining and watch coastal sunsets over Tampa Bay from local harbor marinas.
Local favorites
- Circles Waterfront Restaurant · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (4650)Upscale casual dining on the marina offering fresh seafood, cocktails, and scenic patio views.
- Kimi's Ice Cream & Coffees · Dessert Shop · 4.8★ (520)Beloved local scoop shop serving artisanal ice cream, espresso drinks, and sweet treats.
- Apollo Meats · Butcher Shop & Deli · 4.7★ (380)Longstanding neighborhood butcher offering premium cuts, smoked meats, and specialty groceries.
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.