Is Colee Hammock safe?
Fort Lauderdale, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Colee Hammock as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Colee Hammock
“Go. Colee Hammock is one of Fort Lauderdale's safest, most affluent, and picturesque historic neighborhoods. Visitors can explore its tree-canopied residential streets and waterfront parks with high peace of mind, requiring only basic urban awareness.”
About the area
Nestled along the north bank of the New River just south of Las Olas Boulevard, Colee Hammock is a historic, wealthy enclave filled with 1920s cottages, banyan-shaded avenues, and modern luxury estates. It pairs a tranquil, private residential atmosphere with immediate walking access to Fort Lauderdale's premier dining and shopping corridor.
- Historic / Tree-Lined
- Upscale Residential
- Waterfront Living
- Walkable Dining Hub
Walking and biking in Colee Hammock
Walk score: 82/100 · Bike score: 76/100
The neighborhood connects directly to designated bike lanes on Las Olas Boulevard and the New River paths, with several B-Cycle bike-share stations available nearby.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates than both Fort Lauderdale and national averages
- Affluent economic foundation characterized by multimillion-dollar median property values and high household incomes
- Direct walking proximity to Las Olas Boulevard with immediate buffering into quiet residential lanes
- Well-maintained public spaces like Colee Hammock Park with active neighborhood association oversight
Cons
- Susceptible to petty property crime and vehicle break-ins, primarily spilling over from adjacent nightlife areas
- Congestion and late-night pedestrian spillover on streets immediately bordering Las Olas Boulevard
- Vulnerability to localized tidal flooding during seasonal king tides along riverfront access points
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within the residential streets of Colee Hammock, though occasional individuals may pass through the commercial Las Olas corridor from downtown services located farther west.
What Colee Hammock is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and extremely safe, filled with residents walking dogs, jogging along the river, and visiting local cafes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and welcoming with moderate foot traffic heading toward Las Olas shopping and dining.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Vibrant along the northern border near Las Olas restaurants and tranquil inside the neighborhood, remaining very safe for evening strolls.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and secure across residential blocks, though standard caution is warranted when walking near closing nightlife venues along the perimeter.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) operates Route 11 along Las Olas Boulevard, while the Fort Lauderdale Brightline station and Broward Central Bus Terminal are roughly 1.5 miles west in downtown.
Interior residential streets are strictly reserved for resident permits; visitors must park in metered spots or municipal surface lots along Las Olas Boulevard, which typically cost $2 to $4 per hour.
Things to do in Colee Hammock
- Relax under shade trees and watch yachts cruise by at Colee Hammock Park on the New River
- Take a self-guided architectural walking tour through Brickell Drive to see historic 1920s homes and ancient banyans
- Browse art galleries, boutique shops, and sidewalk bistros along the adjacent Las Olas Boulevard
Local favorites
- Gran Forno Bakery · Italian Bakery · 4.7★ (1250)Celebrated neighborhood institution serving artisanal Italian breads, fresh pastries, and espresso.
- Ann's Florist & Coffee Bar · Coffee Shop & Florist · 4.7★ (880)Charming hybrid boutique offering specialty coffee, wine, and floral arrangements in a cozy setting.
- Gran Forno Pronto · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (940)Warm, casual trattoria offering wood-fired pizzas, house-made pastas, and extensive wine pairings.
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.