Is Dills safe?
Tampa, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Dills as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Dills
“Go. Dills is a quiet, predominantly residential neighborhood with relatively low violent crime and stable community infrastructure. While it lacks major tourist-centric landmarks within its immediate boundaries, it serves as a secure and peaceful base near Midtown and West Tampa.”
About the area
Dills is a compact residential enclave tucked near the West Tampa and Midtown corridors, characterized by a mix of mid-century single-family homes and contemporary infill construction. It offers a tranquil neighborhood environment with close proximity to Tampa's central commercial, dining, and employment hubs.
- Quiet Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Suburban Feel in City
- Up-and-Coming
Walking and biking in Dills
Walk score: 58/100 · Bike score: 54/100
Interior residential streets are manageable for casual cycling, but dedicated bike lanes are limited until connecting to broader city routes toward the Tampa Riverwalk.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are noticeably lower than the citywide average
- High household stability with rising property values and ongoing residential revitalization
- Strategic central location offering rapid vehicle access to Westshore, Downtown, and Midtown Tampa
- Low density and quiet residential streets that experience minimal non-local vehicle traffic
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes, specifically vehicle prowls and package thefts
- Limited internal retail and dining, requiring short trips to peripheral commercial corridors
- Intermittent sidewalk gaps on several interior residential blocks
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the interior residential blocks of Dills, though individuals may occasionally be seen near major bus stops and commercial intersections on surrounding primary avenues.
What Dills is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and clear, with residents jogging or walking dogs along low-traffic residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe for general movement, though traffic picks up along the neighborhood perimeter.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and dimly lit in interior sections, maintaining a relaxed neighborhood atmosphere.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic; generally safe, though standard caution regarding unlit streets and vehicle security applies.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by HART (Hillsborough Area Regional Transit) with local bus routes running along bordering arteries like Armenia Avenue and MLK/Columbus; there is no passenger rail service in this district.
Residential street parking is readily available and free throughout the neighborhood, while commercial destinations nearby offer private surface lots.
Things to do in Dills
- Visit the nearby retail, entertainment, and dining hub at Midtown Tampa
- Enjoy outdoor recreation, tennis courts, and walking paths at MacFarlane Park
- Sample authentic Cuban cuisine and local bakery offerings along nearby West Columbus Drive and Armenia Avenue
Local favorites
- West Tampa Sandwich Shop · Cuban Restaurant · 4.6★ (2150)Historic, bustling neighborhood staple celebrated for honey-glazed Cuban sandwiches and traditional breakfast fare.
- La Teresita Restaurant · Cuban Diner & Bakery · 4.5★ (7900)Longstanding local landmark serving classic ropa vieja, cafe con leche, and fresh pastries around the clock.
- Cigar City Brewing Taproom · Craft Brewery · 4.6★ (3250)Iconic Tampa craft brewery featuring guided tours, Jai Alai IPAs, and Florida-inspired pub snacks.
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.