Is Coral Ridge safe?
Fort Lauderdale, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Coral Ridge as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Coral Ridge
“Go. Coral Ridge is an affluent, scenic, and remarkably safe residential enclave set along the Intracoastal Waterway. Visitors will find upscale dining along its commercial edges and tranquil, secure streets throughout the interior.”
About the area
Coral Ridge is a premier waterfront and golf community in northeast Fort Lauderdale characterized by luxury homes, deep-water canals, and manicured landscaping. The neighborhood borders vibrant retail corridors along North Federal Highway while preserving a quiet, upscale coastal ambiance.
- Affluent Waterfront
- Quiet & Residential
- Boating Community
- Tree-Lined
Walking and biking in Coral Ridge
Walk score: 54/100 · Bike score: 62/100
Biking is popular on quiet residential roads and scenic Bayview Drive, though dedicated protected bike lanes are sparse on main perimeter arterials.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than municipal and national averages
- High median household incomes and strong homeownership create a well-maintained and stable community
- Prime location adjacent to the Intracoastal Waterway, George English Park, and nearby Fort Lauderdale Beach
Cons
- Opportunistic vehicle break-ins occur occasionally near commercial plazas along Federal Highway
- Largely car-dependent residential interior with limited continuous sidewalks on some canal-facing streets
- Heavy vehicular traffic and intersection congestion on bordering thoroughfares like Oakland Park Boulevard
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable factor in the residential core of Coral Ridge. Isolated panhandling occasionally occurs near major commercial intersections along US-1, but no encampments exist.
What Coral Ridge is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking dogs, and cycling along palm-shaded streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and exceptionally safe in residential sections, with steady retail foot traffic along commercial edges.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Warm and inviting around local restaurants along Federal Highway, remaining quiet and secure on residential blocks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet with minimal vehicular or pedestrian traffic, posing low risk beyond standard situational awareness.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) provides bus service primarily via Route 10 along North Federal Highway and Route 72 along Oakland Park Boulevard. The nearest rail hub is the Fort Lauderdale Brightline/Tri-Rail Station downtown, roughly 3.5 miles southwest.
Parking is abundant and largely free in dedicated lots along commercial plazas on Federal Highway. Residential streets have private driveways with limited curbside parking restrictions.
Things to do in Coral Ridge
- Launch a kayak or paddleboard from George English Park into the calm Intracoastal waterways
- Enjoy waterfront views and walking paths along Bayview Drive
- Explore upscale dining and boutique retail along the North Federal Highway corridor
Local favorites
- The Foundry · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (2350)Industrial-chic eatery serving wood-fired pizzas, fresh seafood, and craft cocktails.
- Kousine Peruvian Craft · Peruvian Restaurant · 4.7★ (780)Vibrant and stylish neighborhood spot known for creative ceviches and Nikkei-inspired dishes.
- George English Park · Public Park · 4.6★ (1250)Scenic public park featuring tennis courts, boat ramps, walking paths, and kayak rentals.
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.