Is De Lisle safe?
Pass Christian, Mississippi · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates De Lisle as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on De Lisle
“Go. De Lisle is a quiet, rural unincorporated community just north of coastal Pass Christian where violent crime is rare. While isolated and heavily car-dependent, it is safe for visitors exploring the bayou waterways or regional dining spots.”
Local coverage remains focused on bayou conservation, hurricane recovery infrastructure, and road maintenance along Kiln-DeLisle Road.
About the area
De Lisle is a historic, semi-rural community nestled along Bayou Portage in Harrison County. Known for its lush coastal wetland scenery and deep-rooted heritage, it offers a peaceful, slow-paced atmosphere away from the coastal highway traffic.
- Rural
- Bayou Scenic
- Quiet
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in De Lisle
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 24/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes or multi-use trails in De Lisle; cycling is limited to narrow rural two-lane roads with minimal shoulders.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Very low rates of violent crime compared to statewide and national averages
- Tight-knit, quiet residential character with predominantly single-family homes
- Direct access to picturesque bayous and coastal waterways for boating and fishing
Cons
- Nearly non-existent pedestrian and street lighting infrastructure
- Moderate poverty rates and limited local commercial amenities
- Emergency medical response times can be longer due to the rural layout
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in De Lisle, with social support services centered in Gulfport and Biloxi.
What De Lisle is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with morning mist over the bayou and very light local traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and tranquil as residents go about their day, perfectly safe for driving or outdoor recreation.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential with almost no commercial activity after dark.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and secluded due to sparse street lighting, though crime remains minimal.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no fixed-route public transit in De Lisle; Coast Transit Authority (CTA) operates demand-response paratransit in the broader county, but personal vehicles are essential.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the area, consisting of private driveways and gravel lots at local establishments.
Things to do in De Lisle
- Launch a kayak or fishing boat at the Bayou Portage public access ramps
- Take a scenic rural drive through the moss-draped live oaks along Kiln-DeLisle Road
- Visit nearby coastal parks and historic beachfront in downtown Pass Christian
Local favorites
- DeLisle Smokehouse · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.6★ (185)Rustic local favorite serving slow-smoked pork, ribs, and classic Southern sides.
- Brocato's Grocery · Grocery Store & Deli · 4.5★ (92)Longstanding neighborhood market offering convenience staples and hot prepared foods.
- Pirate's Cove Takeout · Seafood Restaurant · 4.4★ (1120)Legendary nearby po-boy joint in neighboring Pass Christian known for roast beef and fried shrimp.
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.