Is Broadmoor Terrace safe?
Shreveport, Louisiana · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Broadmoor Terrace as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Broadmoor Terrace
“Go. Broadmoor Terrace is a quiet, established mid-century residential neighborhood that is substantially safer than Shreveport's citywide averages. Visitors will find leafy streets, stable owner-occupied homes, and easy access to local retail corridors. Standard precautions against opportunistic vehicle burglary are all that is typically required.”
About the area
Broadmoor Terrace is an appealing, post-WWII suburban enclave in south-central Shreveport characterized by ranch-style homes, mature trees, and well-tended lawns. While primarily residential, it borders bustling commercial arteries like Youree Drive and E. Kings Highway, offering convenient access to local dining and shopping.
- Suburban / Residential
- Tree-Lined
- Quiet
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Broadmoor Terrace
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 44/100
Dedicated bike infrastructure is minimal, though residential streets have low speed limits; there is no direct connection to the Clyde Fant Parkway multi-use trail without navigating busy arterial roads.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rate compared to Shreveport municipal averages
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes with well-maintained properties
- Convenient proximity to premier retail, grocery, and medical corridors along Youree Drive
Cons
- Opportunistic property crime and vehicle break-ins occur periodically along residential streets
- Nearly complete automobile dependence for daily errands and dining
- Spillover traffic and congestion along bordering thoroughfares during peak hours
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is very low within the residential interior of Broadmoor Terrace, though occasional panhandling occurs at major commercial intersections along Youree Drive.
What Broadmoor Terrace is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with residents walking dogs and joggers taking advantage of quiet interior streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and family-friendly, though traffic picks up along perimeter thoroughfares as schools let out.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential atmosphere where walking is generally comfortable and secure with typical awareness.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic and minimal street lighting in spots; safe overall but locking car doors is essential.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by SporTran bus routes along major corridors like Youree Drive and East Kings Highway, but there is no rail or BRT service and headways can be long.
Parking is exceptionally easy and free, with ample private driveways and wide residential streets featuring unrestricted curb parking.
Things to do in Broadmoor Terrace
- Take a quiet architectural walk admiring classic 1950s ranch-style homes beneath mature pine and oak canopies
- Browse local boutiques and specialty gift shops along neighboring East Kings Highway
- Visit nearby A.C. Steere Park for outdoor tennis, open green spaces, and community recreation
Local favorites
- Strawn's Eat Shop Too · Diner / Southern Restaurant · 4.5★ (2150)Beloved local diner outpost famous for homemade icebox pies, Southern breakfasts, and classic comfort entrees.
- Ki' Mexico · Mexican Restaurant · 4.7★ (1280)Vibrant, highly acclaimed neighborhood spot serving gourmet tacos, regional Mexican dishes, and craft cocktails.
- Marilynn's Place · Cajun / Creole Restaurant · 4.6★ (1640)Casual, festive eatery in a converted service station dishing up authentic po'boys, beignets, and Sunday brunch.
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Common questions about Broadmoor Terrace
Is Broadmoor Terrace safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Broadmoor Terrace a good place to live?
On safety, Broadmoor Terrace scores 71/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Broadmoor Terrace?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 44/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Broadmoor Terrace are safer?
Spring Lake Estates (Shreveport) (80) score higher nearby.
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