Is Beulah Park safe?
Cleveland, Ohio · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Beulah Park as “Caution”.
Gogo's take on Beulah Park
“Go with care. Beulah Park is a quiet residential pocket situated between industrial rail tracks and the vibrant Waterloo Arts District, experiencing property crime rates above national averages. While daytime visits are generally uneventful, visitors should stay mindful of surroundings and avoid walking isolated side streets late at night.”
About the area
Beulah Park is a compact, predominantly working-class residential neighborhood located on Cleveland's northeast side within the Collinwood area. Characterized by modest single-family bungalows, tree-lined residential streets, and proximity to Lake Erie and rail corridors, it serves primarily as a residential zone rather than a tourist destination.
- Residential
- Working-Class
- Arts-Adjacent
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Beulah Park
Walk score: 53/100 · Bike score: 56/100
Streets are generally flat for cycling, with nearby access to the Lakefront Bikeway connecting westward toward downtown Cleveland and eastward to Euclid Beach.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Immediate proximity to the vibrant Waterloo Arts and Entertainment District.
- Abundant and hassle-free residential street parking.
- Affordable housing stock with a mix of multi-generational homeowners.
- Close access to Lake Erie waterfront parks like Euclid Beach Park.
Cons
- Property crime, vehicle break-ins, and petty theft occur at rates well above the national median.
- Elevated poverty rates and modest household incomes characteristic of greater East Cleveland/Collinwood.
- Higher prevalence of vacant lots and distressed residential structures compared to outer suburbs.
- Limited retail and commercial activity directly within the residential street grid.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the strictly residential blocks of Beulah Park, though panhandling and unhoused individuals can occasionally be observed along major commercial arteries like East 152nd Street and Lakeshore Boulevard.
What Beulah Park is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and low-key with residents commuting, dog-walkers on sidewalks, and minimal pedestrian traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Relatively calm residential activity, though attention to personal property and parked vehicles is advised.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential feel, but foot traffic drops noticeably once neighboring business corridors wind down.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Poorly lit street segments and lower visibility elevate safety risks; walking alone is not recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
Operated by the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA), with primary bus coverage along nearby corridors via Route 30 (East 140th/Lakeshore) and Route 37 (East 185th). The nearest GCRTA Red Line rapid transit station is Windermere Station, roughly 3.5 miles south.
Free on-street parking is widely available along residential streets with few restrictions, and businesses along the Waterloo corridor offer dedicated surface lots or unmetered curbside spots.
Things to do in Beulah Park
- Catch an indie rock concert or grab a drink at the historic Beachland Ballroom nearby.
- Explore the colorful murals and local art galleries along the Waterloo Arts District corridor.
- Visit nearby Euclid Beach Park on Lake Erie for lakefront views and walking paths.
Local favorites
- Beachland Ballroom & Tavern · Live Music Venue & Bar · 4.7★ (2650)Iconic live music staple featuring national indie acts, local bands, and hearty comfort food.
- Citizen Pie · Pizza Restaurant · 4.6★ (620)Artisanal Neapolitan-style wood-fired pizzas served in a relaxed, hip setting.
- Six Shooter Coffee · Coffee Shop · 4.7★ (460)Community-favorite craft coffee roastery serving specialty espresso drinks and light bites.
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.
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