Is Beverly Knoll safe?
Metairie, Louisiana · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Beverly Knoll as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Beverly Knoll
“Go. Beverly Knoll is a quiet, established suburban enclave in Metairie with low violent crime rates and an orderly neighborhood atmosphere. Visitors will find it safe and predictable day and night, requiring only standard precautions against opportunistic vehicle theft.”
About the area
Beverly Knoll is a peaceful residential neighborhood in Jefferson Parish characterized by mid-century single-family ranch homes and tree-shaded streets. It provides a calm suburban retreat with quick vehicular access to Metairie's retail corridors and downtown New Orleans.
- Quiet Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Residential
Walking and biking in Beverly Knoll
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 48/100
There is no municipal bike-share system in this area; cycling is generally limited to flat neighborhood streets, though cyclists can drive to access the Lake Pontchartrain Lakefront Trail.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than regional urban averages.
- Strong homeownership rates and stable middle-class housing stock maintain neighborhood upkeep.
- Frequent, visible neighborhood patrols provided by the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office.
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like unlocked vehicle tampering.
- Very car-dependent layout with limited pedestrian connections to nearby retail.
- Localized street flooding risk during heavy tropical rainfall events.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within Beverly Knoll's residential blocks, with only rare panhandling seen at major arterial intersections nearby.
What Beverly Knoll is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very safe and peaceful, with residents walking dogs and departing for suburban commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet, featuring light residential traffic and minimal foot activity.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet atmosphere as neighbors return home, safe for casual strolls along residential roads.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Subdued and dark; pedestrian traffic is virtually nonexistent, with low safety risk beyond basic situational awareness.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by Jefferson Transit (JeT), with local bus routes running along perimeter thoroughfares like Airline Drive and West Metairie Avenue, though service frequencies are modest.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with free residential curbside parking and private driveways throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in Beverly Knoll
- Take a quiet walk through the residential grid to admire preserved mid-century architectural styles.
- Visit nearby Lafreniere Park for extensive paved walking paths, gardens, and waterfowl lagoons.
- Sample traditional Jefferson Parish po'boys and Cajun-Creole cuisine along neighboring commercial corridors.
Local favorites
- Short Stop Poboys · Po' Boy Restaurant · 4.6★ (4150)Famed local institution turning out stuffed roast beef, fried shrimp, and oyster po'boys on crisp French bread.
- Chef Ron's Gumbo Stop · Cajun & Creole Restaurant · 4.6★ (1820)Casual neighborhood staple renowned for award-winning stuffed gumbo and classic Louisiana comfort food.
- Vincent's Italian Cuisine · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (1250)Beloved white-tablecloth neighborhood venue serving traditional Creole-Italian specialties and homemade pasta.
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Common questions about Beverly Knoll
Is Beverly Knoll safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Beverly Knoll a good place to live?
On safety, Beverly Knoll scores 80/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Beverly Knoll?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 48/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Beverly Knoll are safer?
Metairie Club Gardens (93), Old Metairie (90) score higher nearby.
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