Is Coachman safe?
Clearwater, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Coachman as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Coachman
“Go. Coachman is a pleasant, largely suburban Clearwater neighborhood that is generally safe for visitors and families. While major commercial thoroughfares like Drew Street and Belcher Road experience standard suburban traffic and occasional property theft, the residential streets and park complexes are peaceful and secure.”
About the area
Coachman is a quiet, central Clearwater community featuring established single-family homes, apartment communities, and expansive recreational amenities. It is especially known for its proximity to youth sports complexes, local parks, and the popular Ream Wilson Clearwater Trail.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Parks & Recreation
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Coachman
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 58/100
Directly borders the Ream Wilson Clearwater Trail and the Duke Energy Trail, providing excellent, separated multi-use trail connectivity across Pinellas County, though dedicated bike-share stations are rare.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than national urban averages.
- Excellent access to multi-use recreational paths and well-maintained public parks.
- Stable residential core with solid homeownership and low overall residential vacancy.
- Convenient central location with rapid driving access to both downtown Clearwater and Tampa.
Cons
- Pockets of opportunistic vehicle break-ins and property crimes near major roadway corridors.
- Heavily car-dependent layout with busy arterial roads lacking protective pedestrian infrastructure.
- Limited active evening entertainment or dining options directly within residential sections.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the interior residential blocks, though occasional unhoused individuals may be noticed near major intersections or transit stops along Gulf to Bay Boulevard.
What Coachman is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with joggers and dog walkers navigating suburban streets and local trailheads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and residential, though vehicle traffic increases significantly along Drew Street and Belcher Road.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and safe for neighborhood walks, with recreational fields often brightly lit for community sports.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic; generally safe, though standard suburban vigilance against property theft applies.
Transit, parking and getting around
Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) provides bus services along peripheral arterials via routes like Route 60 and Route 76, though service frequency is modest and trips generally require personal vehicles.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the area, with large surface lots at sports complexes and parks alongside ample residential driveway and curbside parking.
Things to do in Coachman
- Walk, jog, or cycle along scenic paved sections of the Ream Wilson Clearwater Trail.
- Catch a softball tournament or practice athletic skills at the Eddie C. Moore Softball Complex.
- Enjoy open green space, disc golf, and family picnics at nearby Northeast Coachman Park.
Local favorites
- Clearwater Bagels · Bakery / Bagel Shop · 4.6★ (750)Longtime local fixture serving classic boiled bagels, breakfast sandwiches, and fresh coffee.
- Mazzaro's Italian Market (Nearby) · Gourmet Grocer & Deli · 4.8★ (11200)Renowned regional Italian market offering fresh pasta, imported cheeses, sandwiches, and bakery treats.
- Abe's Place Tap & Grill · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (2350)Casual neighborhood sports bar renowned for jumbo chicken wings and dozens of draft beers on tap.
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.