Is Del Oro Groves safe?
Clearwater, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Del Oro Groves as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Del Oro Groves
“Go. Del Oro Groves is a tranquil, upscale residential neighborhood in Clearwater with tree-canopied streets and exceptionally low crime rates. It offers a very safe and pleasant environment for walking, jogging, and visiting local parks.”
About the area
Del Oro Groves is an established, scenic suburban enclave located in eastern Clearwater near the shores of Old Tampa Bay. Characterized by mid-century single-family homes, mature oak canopies, and lush landscaping, the area offers a quiet retreat convenient to both downtown Clearwater and Safety Harbor.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Tree-Lined
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Del Oro Groves
Walk score: 32/100 · Bike score: 58/100
The neighborhood has excellent access to the Ream Wilson Clearwater Trail, an east-west paved multi-use trail connecting to the Duke Energy Trail, though there are no municipal bike-share stations inside the subdivision.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are negligible and property crime is well below Clearwater city averages
- High rate of homeownership and well-maintained residential properties
- Direct neighborhood access to Del Oro Park and nearby multi-use trails
- Affluent demographic with strong household incomes and stable community investment
Cons
- Primarily single-family residential with virtually no commercial amenities inside neighborhood boundaries
- Car-dependent for grocery shopping, dining, and daily errands
- Narrow residential streets often lack continuous sidewalks
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within the residential boundaries of Del Oro Groves, though occasional unhoused individuals may be seen along major commercial arteries like SR 60 several blocks away.
What Del Oro Groves is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with neighborhood residents walking dogs and jogging under mature oak canopies.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and low-traffic, with children and families often gathering around Del Oro Park.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential with very low ambient noise and safe conditions for an evening stroll.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet with minimal vehicle traffic, feeling very safe though street lighting is subdued.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by PSTA (Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority), with Route 60 and Route 76 running along major perimeter arterials like Gulf-to-Bay Blvd and McMullen Booth Rd, though service within the neighborhood itself is absent.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with ample private driveway space and free, unrestricted curb parking on most residential streets.
Things to do in Del Oro Groves
- Play tennis or let kids enjoy the playground at Del Oro Park
- Hop onto the nearby Ream Wilson Clearwater Trail for a scenic bike ride toward Tampa Bay
- Launch a kayak or explore the shoreline at nearby Cooper's Bayou Park
Local favorites
- Nona Slice House · Pizza Restaurant · 4.7★ (1250)Acclaimed nearby pizzeria serving artisanal Detroit, New York, and Roman style pies.
- The Tides Seafood Market & Provisions · Seafood Market & Cafe · 4.8★ (310)Popular nearby spot offering exceptionally fresh local catch, prepared seafood, and sandwiches.
- Whistle Stop Grill and Bar · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (2100)Casual nearby outdoor dining favorite featuring Florida-style pub fare and live music.
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.