Is Coral Villas safe?
Lighthouse Point, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Coral Villas as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Coral Villas
“Go. Coral Villas is a quiet, affluent, and exceptionally safe residential enclave within Lighthouse Point. Visitors will find minimal safety concerns beyond basic personal awareness along the nearby Federal Highway commercial corridor. It is an ideal spot for those looking for a tranquil coastal community base close to the water.”
About the area
Coral Villas is a serene residential pocket in Lighthouse Point characterized by well-manicured single-family homes, leafy streets, and easy access to local marinas and waterways. It sits just east of Federal Highway (US-1), offering a secluded suburban ambiance while keeping visitors close to coastal dining and nearby beach access in Pompano Beach and Deerfield Beach.
- Quiet Residential
- Suburban Coastal
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Coral Villas
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 54/100
While there are no municipal bike-share stations in Coral Villas, residential streets have low speed limits suitable for casual cycling, connecting to the broader Broward County coastal bike routes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are exceptionally low and well below national and Broward County averages
- High median household incomes and a strong homeownership rate create a well-maintained neighborhood fabric
- Dedicated local Lighthouse Point Police Department with rapid response times and active neighborhood patrols
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic vehicle burglary or property theft along the commercial corridor near US-1
- Limited street lighting on purely residential side streets at night
- High car dependency with limited walkable neighborhood retail inside the subdivision
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within Coral Villas or residential Lighthouse Point. Any occasional transient activity is confined to bus stops and commercial plazas along Federal Highway (US-1).
What Coral Villas is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and bright, with residents out walking dogs and jogging along calm residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Low-traffic and relaxed, feeling completely secure throughout the neighborhood blocks.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and tranquil as residents return home, remaining very safe for an evening walk.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet with minimal activity; side streets are dark but overall security remains high.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) operates Route 10 along nearby Federal Highway (US-1), providing regional north-south bus connectivity. The nearest Tri-Rail commuter rail station is Pompano Beach Station, roughly 10 minutes away by car.
Residential street parking is restricted by municipal code, but private driveways are ample; commercial plazas along US-1 offer free, plentiful surface lot parking.
Things to do in Coral Villas
- Stroll or jog through the peaceful residential streets towards nearby canal viewpoints
- Visit Dan Witt Park nearby for tennis, pickleball, and shaded green space
- Spend an afternoon boating or dining waterfront along the nearby Intracoastal Waterway
Local favorites
- Cap's Place · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (1120)Historic, secluded waterfront seafood eatery and former rum-running speakeasy accessible by a short boat ride.
- Papa's Raw Bar · Seafood & Raw Bar · 4.6★ (1450)Lively local spot serving fresh oysters, sushi, and coastal fare with a vibrant patio atmosphere.
- Red Fox Diner · Diner · 4.7★ (890)Classic community staple offering hearty American breakfast and lunch plates in a friendly diner 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.