Is Beverly Beach safe?
Hollywood, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Beverly Beach as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Beverly Beach
“Go. Beverly Beach is a safe, stable residential neighborhood conveniently situated between the coastal barrier island and downtown Hollywood. Violent crime is rare, making it a peaceful and comfortable location for visitors exploring nearby nature preserves and beaches. Standard property awareness is all that is typically needed.”
About the area
Beverly Beach is an established, low-key residential community situated just west of West Lake Park and the Intracoastal Waterway in Hollywood, Florida. The neighborhood is characterized by mid-century single-family homes, leafy residential streets, and close proximity to natural mangrove wetlands. Its strategic location offers easy access to Hollywood Beach, the Anne Kolb Nature Center, and regional thoroughfares.
- Quiet Residential
- Coastal Suburb
- Mangrove-Adjacent
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Beverly Beach
Walk score: 52/100 · Bike score: 68/100
Neighborhood streets are bike-friendly with low speed limits, and cyclists can easily access the paved paths within West Lake Park or cross eastward to the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low violent crime rates compared to broader South Florida urban centers
- Stable residential fabric with high homeownership and well-kept properties
- Immediate access to kayaking, trails, and ecotourism at Anne Kolb Nature Center
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property theft and vehicle break-ins near the US-1 corridor
- Limited street lighting on some interior residential blocks at night
- Car-dependent for grocery shopping and standard commercial amenities
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the interior neighborhood streets, with only occasional unhoused individuals seen near bus stops along the Federal Highway commercial corridor.
What Beverly Beach is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and safe, with locals out jogging, walking dogs, and heading toward the nearby parks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and bright with low residential traffic and a relaxed suburban feel.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Peaceful atmosphere as commuters return; walking residential streets is generally safe.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Subdued and dark; while residential streets are quiet, remain aware of your surroundings on unlit stretches.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) provides bus service primarily via Route 1 along nearby Federal Highway (US-1); the nearest commuter rail hub is the Hollywood Tri-Rail station located approximately 2.5 miles southwest.
Residential parking is primarily on driveways and swales, while paid public lots and metered street spots are plentiful just east toward the beach and parks.
Things to do in Beverly Beach
- Rent a kayak or walk the elevated mangrove boardwalks at Anne Kolb Nature Center at West Lake Park.
- Cross the Sheridan Street bridge for a day of swimming and walking the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk.
- Launch a paddleboard or boat along the Intracoastal Waterway at nearby marinas.
Local favorites
- GG's Waterfront · Seafood Restaurant · 4.4★ (3650)Upscale waterfront dining featuring fresh seafood, steaks, and Intracoastal yacht views.
- Le Tub Saloon · American Restaurant · 4.2★ (3420)Quirky, open-air waterfront saloon famed for thick chargrilled burgers and rustic decor.
- Las Vegas Cuban Cuisine · Cuban Restaurant · 4.4★ (1820)Casual, family-friendly staple serving classic Cuban entrees, plantains, and strong espresso.
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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