Is Bonnabel Place safe?
Metairie, Louisiana · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Bonnabel Place as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Bonnabel Place
“Go. Bonnabel Place is a calm, established suburban neighborhood in Metairie offering low crime rates and a quiet community feel. It is safe for families, walkers, and visitors exploring Lake Pontchartrain or dining along Veterans Memorial Boulevard.”
About the area
Bonnabel Place is a quintessential East Bank Jefferson Parish neighborhood characterized by leafy residential streets, mid-century ranch homes, and access to Lake Pontchartrain. It serves as a peaceful suburban enclave just minutes from New Orleans with bustling commercial strips along its southern boundary.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Lakeside
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet
Walking and biking in Bonnabel Place
Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 58/100
There is no municipal bike-share system in Jefferson Parish, but cyclists enjoy dedicated multi-use access along the Lake Pontchartrain Levee Trail via the Bonnabel Boat Launch.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low violent crime rates well below the New Orleans metropolitan average
- High median household incomes and stable, owner-occupied housing stock
- Direct recreational access to Lake Pontchartrain via the Bonnabel Boat Launch and park
- Close proximity to essential retail, medical centers, and grocery stores
Cons
- Car-dependent street layout across most interior residential blocks
- Occasional opportunistic property theft and auto burglaries
- Heavy vehicular traffic along the southern boundary of Veterans Memorial Boulevard
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable factor in residential Bonnabel Place. Occasional panhandling is observed strictly at major commercial intersections along Veterans Memorial Boulevard.
What Bonnabel Place is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and very safe, with residents jogging along the levee or walking dogs through tree-lined streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential atmosphere with active commercial traffic concentrated on Veterans Memorial Boulevard.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Relaxed and safe for evening strolls, with steady family traffic heading to local restaurants.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and dark with minimal pedestrian presence; violent crime remains rare, though standard night awareness is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
Jefferson Transit (JeT) operates bus routes along the perimeter, primarily Route E1 (Veterans-Airport), with no passenger rail or BRT stations in the immediate vicinity.
Street parking is free, abundant, and unrestricted throughout residential roads, and strip plazas along commercial corridors provide large free surface lots.
Things to do in Bonnabel Place
- Stroll, picnic, or watch the sunset over Lake Pontchartrain at the Bonnabel Boat Launch and playground
- Bike, jog, or rollerblade along the scenic paved Lakefront Levee Trail
- Browse local regional delicacies, fresh bakery items, and specialty goods at Dorignac's Food Center
Local favorites
- Dorignac's Food Center · Specialty Grocery Store · 4.6★ (2600)A legendary Metairie grocer famous for its expansive wine selection, scratch bakery, and New Orleans staples.
- Parran's Po-Boys & Restaurant · Cajun & Creole Restaurant · 4.4★ (1250)Long-running neighborhood eatery serving overstuffed seafood po'boys, roast beef, and Southern comfort dishes.
- Zea Rotisserie & Bar · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (2200)Polished regional favorite offering rotisserie meats, Thai ribs, craft cocktails, and Southern-inspired sides.
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Common questions about Bonnabel Place
Is Bonnabel Place safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Bonnabel Place a good place to live?
On safety, Bonnabel Place scores 84/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Bonnabel Place?
Walk score 48/100 and bike score 58/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Bonnabel Place are safer?
Metairie Club Gardens (93), Old Metairie (90), Bucktown (85) score higher nearby.
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