Is Conway safe?
Orlando, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Conway as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Conway
“Go. Conway is an established, predominantly suburban residential community southeast of downtown Orlando with a peaceful lakeside atmosphere. Violent crime is low and economic indicators are solid, making it generally very safe for visitors exploring local parks, lakes, and neighborhood eateries.”
About the area
Conway is a scenic, lake-dotted suburb known for the Conway Chain of Lakes, mid-century ranch homes, and convenient proximity to Orlando International Airport and downtown. Visitors primarily come to enjoy lake recreation, community parks, or neighborhood dining along the Conway Road and Curry Ford corridors.
- Suburban / Residential
- Lakeside
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Conway
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 48/100
Conway has limited dedicated bike lanes along major thoroughfares, though neighborhood streets are quiet for cycling; there is no direct connection to the Orlando Urban Trail or municipal bike-share.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than Orlando citywide averages
- Above-average median household income and high rates of stable homeownership
- Scenic lakefront settings and active neighborhood recreation facilities
- Low pedestrian congestion and quiet residential streets
Cons
- Car-dependent layout with high-speed traffic on major arterial roads like Conway Road
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as vehicle break-ins in commercial parking lots
- Lacks a dedicated central downtown or walkable commercial core
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in the residential tracts, with occasional individuals noticed near major commercial intersections or bus stops along Conway Road and Curry Ford Road.
What Conway is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking dogs along lake shores, and commuting.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy around commercial plazas and main thoroughfares with a relaxed, secure suburban vibe.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm as commercial activity slows down and neighborhood restaurants fill with local families.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and dimly lit across residential streets; generally safe, though pedestrian activity is minimal.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by LYNX bus service (notably Routes 3 and 51), but frequencies are limited. The nearest SunRail commuter train station is Orlando Health/Amtrak, located about 4 miles northwest.
Parking is easy and virtually all free in dedicated surface lots at strip malls, restaurants, and public parks. Street parking in residential subdivisions is unregulated and abundant.
Things to do in Conway
- Paddle, boat, or fish across the Conway Chain of Lakes via public access ramps
- Play sports, walk trails, and visit the dog park at Barber Park
- Play tennis or swim at the Fort Gatlin Recreation Complex
Local favorites
- The Claddagh Cottage Irish Pub · Irish Pub · 4.7★ (1250)A cozy, long-standing neighborhood pub serving authentic Irish comfort food and hosting traditional music sessions.
- Zaza Cuban Comfort Food · Cuban Restaurant · 4.5★ (1600)Popular local cafe offering classic Cuban sandwiches, pastries, and robust espresso drinks.
- Chubby's Wings · Chicken Wings Restaurant · 4.4★ (850)No-frills, beloved local counter-serve spot known for a wide variety of flavored chicken wings.
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.
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