Is Aurantia safe?
Melbourne, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Aurantia as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Aurantia
“Go. Aurantia is a peaceful, low-density semi-rural residential community with negligible violent crime and an easygoing countryside atmosphere. While there are few traditional visitor attractions within the neighborhood itself, it is safe, spacious, and convenient for reaching nearby nature preserves.”
About the area
Located in northern Brevard County within the Space Coast region, Aurantia is characterized by single-family homes on acreage, natural pine flatwoods, and agricultural parcels. It offers a relaxed, rural Florida environment away from urban congestion.
- Quiet Residential
- Semi-Rural
- Car-Dependent
- Nature-Adjacent
Walking and biking in Aurantia
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 32/100
There are no public bike-share stations, but cyclists can access the East Central Florida Regional Rail Trail via nearby trailheads in northern Brevard County.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are substantially lower than both state and national averages.
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes and large, well-spaced residential parcels.
- Very low traffic density and a quiet, peaceful neighborhood setting.
Cons
- Complete vehicle dependency with virtually no retail or commercial amenities in walking distance.
- Limited street lighting and lack of sidewalks along rural secondary roads.
- Emergency response times may be longer than in dense municipal centers.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Aurantia due to its low-density residential and agricultural layout, with support services located in larger Brevard commercial hubs.
What Aurantia is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with morning sunlight over open pastures and residents commuting along rural lanes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet with sparse local traffic and a relaxed, rural atmosphere.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and safe, though visibility decreases quickly due to sparse street lighting.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Exceptionally dark and quiet with almost no street activity; very safe from violent crime but requiring attentive driving.
Transit, parking and getting around
Brevard County public transit is operated by Space Coast Area Transit (SCAT), but fixed-route bus service does not extend into the residential lanes of Aurantia, making private vehicle ownership essential.
Parking is abundant and free, with private driveways and wide rural easements; there are no parking meters, decks, or permits required.
Things to do in Aurantia
- Hike, ride horses, and birdwatch at the nearby Scottsmoor Flatwoods Sanctuary.
- Explore expansive wetland habitats and primitive trails at Buck Lake Conservation Area.
- Launch a kayak or boat along the nearby northern reaches of the Indian River Lagoon.
Local favorites
- Mims Cracker Grill · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)Beloved local diner serving homestyle breakfasts, sweet tea, and Southern comfort staples just minutes away.
- Whistle Stop Cafe · Southern Restaurant · 4.4★ (730)Cozy roadside cafe known for hearty breakfasts, specialty sandwiches, and friendly community service.
- Dixie Crossroads · Seafood Restaurant · 4.4★ (5850)Famous regional landmark nearby celebrated for rock shrimp, wild-caught seafood, and fresh corn fritters.
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.