Is Behrman Highway safe?
Terrytown, Louisiana · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Behrman Highway as “Caution”.
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Gogo's take on Behrman Highway
“Go with care. The Behrman Highway corridor in Terrytown offers diverse international dining and retail options, but requires standard suburban street smarts. While Jefferson Parish generally maintains lower violent crime rates than neighboring Orleans Parish, vehicle break-ins and property crimes around commercial strip centers are common.”
About the area
Behrman Highway is a busy, car-centric commercial artery traversing Terrytown on the Westbank of the New Orleans metro area. It is characterized by strip malls, multicultural eateries, auto shops, and adjacent established post-war residential subdivisions. Visitors primarily travel here for authentic Vietnamese and Latin American dining rather than traditional tourism.
- Car-Dependent
- Strip Mall Heavy
- Multicultural Dining
- Suburban Arterial
Walking and biking in Behrman Highway
Walk score: 52/100 · Bike score: 45/100
There is no bike-share program in Terrytown, and Behrman Highway lacks dedicated bike lanes, making cycling along the main corridor stressful and unadvisable.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office maintains quicker emergency response times compared to Orleans Parish
- Diverse culinary hub with authentic Vietnamese, Honduran, and local seafood options
- Ample free off-street surface parking at virtually all shopping plazas
Cons
- Elevated rates of vehicle break-ins and opportunistic property theft in commercial parking lots
- High-speed multi-lane traffic makes pedestrian crossings hazardous along the highway
- Pockets of aging multi-family rental housing nearby experience sporadic violent incidents
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is low to moderate, primarily limited to occasional individuals panhandling near major intersections such as Carol Sue Avenue and Behrman Highway.
What Behrman Highway is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Active with commuters and delivery vehicles, feeling generally safe with busy open storefronts.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- High traffic volume and bustling strip malls provide steady eyes on the street, though parking lots require standard vehicle security awareness.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Dining spots remain active, but foot traffic drops sharply and unlit parking areas warrant added caution.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and largely deserted outside of 24-hour convenience stores and gas stations; walking is not recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
Transit is operated by Jefferson Transit (JeT), with Route W-2 (Westbank Expressway) and Route W-3 (Lapalco) providing connections to nearby transfer hubs; there is no rail or BRT service.
Parking is exceptionally easy and free, with sprawling surface lots fronting all major businesses and strip centers.
Things to do in Behrman Highway
- Sample authentic pho and Vietnamese banh mi along the corridor's renowned eateries
- Shop for international ingredients and specialty produce at local Asian and Hispanic markets
- Explore the quiet residential streets and mid-century architecture of Terrytown
Local favorites
- Pho Bang Restaurant · Vietnamese Restaurant · 4.5★ (820)A long-standing Westbank staple serving traditional pho, noodle bowls, and spring rolls in a no-frills setting.
- Plaza Gourmet Latin Market · Grocery Store & Deli · 4.4★ (310)A popular neighborhood market offering Central American groceries, fresh meats, and hot prepared meals.
- MoPho Express & Market · Asian Grocery & Quick Bite · 4.3★ (140)A convenient spot offering specialty Asian grocery staples alongside quick-service Vietnamese snacks.
Neighborhoods near Behrman Highway
Common questions about Behrman Highway
Is Behrman Highway safe to walk at night?
Take care after dark: stick to lit main streets or take a ride.
Is Behrman Highway a good place to live?
On safety, Behrman Highway scores 64/100 — below average, so visit at different times of day before deciding to move.
How walkable is Behrman Highway?
Walk score 52/100 and bike score 45/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Behrman Highway are safer?
Lakewood Country Club Estates (80), Timberlane (75), Farmington Place (73) score higher nearby.
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