Is DeLand Highlands safe?
Daytona Beach, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates DeLand Highlands as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on DeLand Highlands
“Go. DeLand Highlands is a quiet, low-density suburban residential neighborhood situated on the outskirts of historic DeLand in western Volusia County. It is generally very safe for visitors, though it offers minimal tourist attractions outside of quiet streets and nearby natural recreation. Maintain routine suburban awareness, especially around major highway corridors at night.”
About the area
DeLand Highlands is an established, peaceful neighborhood characterized by modest single-family homes, mature oak trees, and spacious lots. Located just east of downtown DeLand and a short drive from Daytona Beach, it offers a calm residential setting away from coastal tourist congestion. Visitors typically pass through on their way to local springs, parks, or the historic DeLand city center.
- Quiet Residential
- Suburban Enclave
- Car-Dependent
- Wooded & Green
Walking and biking in DeLand Highlands
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 32/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes inside the neighborhood, but cyclists can connect via local roads to the nearby Spring-to-Spring Trail network in West Volusia.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Lower violent and property crime rates compared to coastal Daytona Beach hubs
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes fostering a settled community feel
- Quiet residential roads with minimal through-traffic and noise pollution
- Convenient proximity to historic downtown DeLand and West Volusia eco-tourism
Cons
- Lack of pedestrian infrastructure including missing sidewalks and poor street lighting
- Car dependency with very limited public transportation options
- Occasional opportunistic property theft such as unlocked vehicle break-ins along perimeter roads
- Minimal commercial or entertainment options directly within the subdivision boundaries
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within the interior residential streets of DeLand Highlands, with services and unhoused populations centered closer to urban corridors in central DeLand and Daytona Beach.
What DeLand Highlands is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe with residents walking dogs and heading out for morning commutes along local residential roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with light neighborhood vehicle traffic and negligible safety concerns.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential ambiance settling in, though limited street lighting requires visibility gear for evening walkers.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and isolated on interior streets, where wandering on foot is discouraged due to poor lighting and lack of sidewalks rather than active crime.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by Votran with limited bus routes running along major thoroughfares like US-92 and Woodland Boulevard, but interior neighborhood streets have no direct transit access.
Parking is completely effortless and free, with ample private driveway space and unrestricted residential street parking throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in DeLand Highlands
- Explore the historic downtown district and boutiques of nearby DeLand along North Woodland Boulevard
- Take a nature walk or enjoy fresh water recreation at nearby Lake Beresford Park
- Visit the Museum of Art - DeLand to view rotating regional and national art exhibits
Local favorites
- BakeChop · American Restaurant · 4.7★ (840)Popular farm-to-table bistro nearby serving craft sandwiches, organic salads, and scratch-made pastries.
- Persimmon Hollow Brewing Company · Brewery · 4.6★ (920)Community-focused craft brewery and taproom offering local ales, lagers, and casual pub games nearby.
- DeLand Fish Company · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)Laid-back local seafood spot known for fried shrimp platters, fish tacos, and homemade chowder.
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.