Is Citrus Green safe?
Tampa, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Citrus Green as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Citrus Green
“Go. Citrus Green is an exceptionally safe, semi-rural equestrian and residential enclave in northwest Hillsborough County. Visitors will encounter minimal crime, expansive multi-acre lots, and a quiet, relaxed atmosphere.”
About the area
Citrus Green is a tranquil, low-density neighborhood characterized by equestrian estates, private pastures, and single-family homes on large acreage. Situated just north of the suburban Citrus Park commercial corridor, it blends countryside peacefulness with convenient access to regional highways.
- Equestrian & Rural
- Quiet & Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Low-Density
Walking and biking in Citrus Green
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no bike-share stations in the neighborhood, but experienced cyclists can connect to the paved Upper Tampa Bay Trail located a short ride to the southwest.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are exceptionally low compared to Hillsborough County averages
- High median household incomes and stable, owner-occupied single-family properties
- Peaceful, low-traffic environment with spacious natural surroundings
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with virtually no sidewalks or commercial amenities inside the neighborhood
- Unlit rural roads can feel isolated and dark after sunset
- Limited emergency access points compared to a standard suburban street grid
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in this low-density residential neighborhood, with services and encampments primarily centered in urban Tampa.
What Citrus Green is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with morning mist over horse paddocks and virtually no pedestrian or vehicular congestion.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and calm, with occasional equestrian activity, landscaping crews, and residents running errands by car.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Tranquil residential setting with minimal through-traffic and a safe, private feel.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Pitch-black on interior lanes due to minimal street lighting, but exceptionally secure and free from late-night disturbances.
Transit, parking and getting around
Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART) does not offer direct fixed-route bus service into the interior of Citrus Green; the closest routes run along major arteries like Gunn Highway several miles to the south.
Parking is private and plentiful on residential properties and driveways, with no metered zones or commercial parking garages required.
Things to do in Citrus Green
- Ride or hike the scenic paths at the nearby Upper Tampa Bay Trail
- Spend a morning exploring nature and fresh waters at nearby Lake Park
- Shop for local produce and artisanal goods at the Keystone Farmers Market
Local favorites
- Keystone Farmers Market · Farmers Market · 4.6★ (1150)Rustic open-air farm stand offering fresh local produce, honey, baked goods, and farm animals to visit.
- The Wild Rover Brewing Company · Brewery · 4.6★ (540)British-inspired craft brewery and taproom serving artisanal ales and traditional pub fare.
- Ballyhoo Grill · Seafood Restaurant · 4.3★ (2300)Popular neighborhood grill serving fresh Florida seafood, steaks, and sushi in a casual lodge setting.
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.