Is Broadmoor (Lafayette) safe?
Lafayette, Louisiana · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Broadmoor (Lafayette) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Broadmoor (Lafayette)
“Go. Broadmoor is an established, peaceful residential neighborhood in Lafayette that boasts low violent crime rates and stable community demographics. While it primarily consists of suburban housing rather than tourist attractions, it is a very safe and comfortable base near major dining and shopping corridors.”
About the area
Broadmoor is a quintessential mid-century suburban neighborhood in south-central Lafayette, characterized by sprawling ranch-style homes, manicured lawns, and mature live oaks. Positioned just off Johnston Street and near Camellia Boulevard, it offers quiet residential living with quick vehicle access to the city's best dining and retail hubs.
- Suburban / Peaceful
- Family-Friendly
- Mid-Century Residential
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Broadmoor (Lafayette)
Walk score: 35/100 · Bike score: 42/100
Lafayette does not have a public bike-share program; while internal residential roads are pleasant for casual biking, dedicated bike lanes connecting to external greenways are sparse.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than both Lafayette citywide and national averages.
- Strong economic stability driven by high homeownership rates and above-average median household incomes.
- Peaceful, shaded residential streets with an active and engaged neighborhood community.
Cons
- Car dependency is high, with perimeter arterials carrying heavy vehicle traffic.
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked vehicle break-ins.
- Inconsistent sidewalk infrastructure along interior residential side streets.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually non-existent within the residential interior of Broadmoor, with only isolated individuals occasionally seen along busy perimeter retail intersections on Johnston Street.
What Broadmoor (Lafayette) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and secure, with residents walking dogs and joggers navigating quiet suburban streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Pleasant and active with neighborhood traffic, school dismissals, and low safety risk.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and comfortable for evening strolls, with low ambient noise and settled residential activity.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Exceptionally quiet with minimal street activity; general suburban awareness is all that is required.
Transit, parking and getting around
Lafayette Transit System (LTS) provides limited fixed-route bus service along boundary corridors like Johnston Street (Route 15); the area has no passenger rail or BRT lines.
Parking is completely hassle-free with ample private driveways, open residential street parking, and free surface parking lots at all nearby commercial centers.
Things to do in Broadmoor (Lafayette)
- Take a quiet walk or jog under mature oak canopies throughout the winding residential lanes.
- Sample classic Acadiana dining and regional comfort food along the bordering Johnston Street corridor.
- Visit nearby local community parks and recreation facilities situated in South Lafayette.
Local favorites
- Judice Inn · Hamburger Restaurant · 4.6★ (2900)Historic Lafayette burger institution serving traditional burgers and sandwiches since 1947.
- Dean-O's Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.6★ (2400)Beloved local pizzeria famous for Cajun-topped specialty pies and friendly hospitality.
- Dwight's Restaurant · Cajun Restaurant · 4.3★ (850)Casual neighborhood staple serving classic plate lunches, boiled crawfish, and po'boys.
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Common questions about Broadmoor (Lafayette)
Is Broadmoor (Lafayette) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Broadmoor (Lafayette) a good place to live?
On safety, Broadmoor (Lafayette) scores 82/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Broadmoor (Lafayette)?
Walk score 35/100 and bike score 42/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Broadmoor (Lafayette) are safer?
River Ranch (92), Rivergate (85) score higher nearby.
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