Is Avana Coachman safe?
Clearwater, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Avana Coachman as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Avana Coachman
“Go. Avana Coachman and the surrounding Coachman corridor in Clearwater offer a calm, low-crime residential environment. Visitors will find minimal safety concerns, though standard precautions against opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins should still be taken.”
About the area
This area is a quiet suburban pocket in central Pinellas County characterized by garden-style apartment complexes, established single-family subdivisions, and proximate parkland. It functions primarily as a residential commuter hub with convenient vehicular access to US-19 and Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard.
- Quiet Residential
- Suburban Enclave
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Avana Coachman
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 58/100
Direct access to the Ream Wilson Clearwater Trail offers a safe, paved multi-use connection across Pinellas County, though dedicated bike-share rentals are not stationed in this immediate neighborhood.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than both national and citywide averages
- Direct proximity to regional recreational amenities including the Long Center and Ream Wilson Trail
- Stable residential occupancy with well-maintained multi-family and single-family properties
- High household vehicle ownership and reliable access to essential emergency services
Cons
- Periodic opportunistic vehicle burglaries and catalytic converter thefts typical of large suburban parking lots
- High-speed traffic along nearby major corridors like Drew Street and Old Coachman Road
- Limited street lighting along some secondary residential connectors after dark
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the immediate residential community, though occasional individuals may be seen along major commercial intersections like US-19 and Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard.
What Avana Coachman is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, joggers, and commuters heading out toward US-19.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with steady local traffic and park visitors enjoying trail connections.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Settled and secure as residents return home, though pedestrians should watch for vehicular traffic along unlit road shoulders.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic and minimal activity; remains largely quiet with standard property vigilance recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) provides bus service along Drew Street (Route 60) and nearby Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard, but routes run on suburban headways and there is no direct rail service.
Ample free private parking is available within apartment complexes and neighborhood retail centers, with virtually no metered street parking.
Things to do in Avana Coachman
- Walk, jog, or cycle along the scenic Ream Wilson Clearwater Trail connecting to Safety Harbor
- Play sports or utilize the aquatic facilities at the nearby Long Center
- Relax or picnic among the shaded green spaces and disc golf course at Coachman Ridge Park
Local favorites
- Lenny's Restaurant · Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant · 4.6★ (4650)Beloved local landmark diner serving generous breakfast platters and comfort classics.
- Rumba Island Bar & Grill · Seafood & Caribbean Restaurant · 4.5★ (5100)Lively island-themed eatery featuring fresh Gulf seafood, tiki cocktails, and patio dining.
- Abe's Place Tap & Grill · Sports Bar & American Grill · 4.6★ (2350)Neighborhood staple famous for award-winning chicken wings and extensive craft beer draft selection.
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.