Is East Bermuda Riviera safe?
Fort Lauderdale, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates East Bermuda Riviera as “Go”.
Gogo's take on East Bermuda Riviera
“Go. East Bermuda Riviera is an affluent, tranquil waterfront and barrier-island neighborhood offering excellent safety for visitors. While you should exercise standard awareness along the busy State Road A1A corridor, violent crime is exceptionally low in this residential enclave.”
About the area
East Bermuda Riviera is a quiet, upscale neighborhood situated along Fort Lauderdale's barrier island just south of Lauderdale-by-the-Sea. It features prime waterfront homes, luxury condominiums, and easy access to ocean beaches and Intracoastal waterways.
- Coastal Residential
- Upscale Waterfront
- Quiet / Peaceful
- Beach Access
Walking and biking in East Bermuda Riviera
Walk score: 58/100 · Bike score: 62/100
Biking along A1A features dedicated bike lanes connecting north to Lauderdale-by-the-Sea and south to Fort Lauderdale Beach, though no dedicated bike-share hubs exist inside the residential core.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to citywide averages
- High household incomes and well-maintained single-family waterfront properties
- Direct walking proximity to quiet beach access points along North Ocean Boulevard
- Quiet residential streets with minimal through-traffic
Cons
- Periodic opportunistic vehicle break-ins along public beach parking and A1A
- Heavy vehicular traffic and speeding along North Ocean Boulevard (A1A)
- Susceptibility to seasonal tidal flooding and coastal storm surges
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the residential streets of East Bermuda Riviera, with only occasional transient individuals passing along the A1A corridor.
What East Bermuda Riviera is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe with joggers, dog walkers, and residents heading toward the beach.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential atmosphere with moderate beachgoers and traffic along A1A; very safe.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and pleasant with well-lit streets and low foot traffic.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low activity and generally secure, though quiet side streets can be sparsely lit.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) Route 11 runs north-south along Ocean Boulevard (A1A), providing direct bus connections to downtown Fort Lauderdale. The nearest rail station is the Fort Lauderdale Brightline/Tri-Rail station approximately 6 miles southwest.
Residential interior streets have restricted or permit parking, while metered public street parking and small surface lots are available along A1A starting around $3 to $4 per hour.
Things to do in East Bermuda Riviera
- Walk to the uncrowded beaches along North Ocean Boulevard for sunbathing and swimming
- Stroll along the Intracoastal Waterway canals to view luxury yachts and architecture
- Take a short walk north into downtown Lauderdale-by-the-Sea for seaside dining and live music
Local favorites
- Aruba Beach Cafe · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (7400)Lively oceanfront dining spot just north of the neighborhood boundary offering seafood, tropical drinks, and live music.
- Blue Moon Fish Co. · Fine Seafood Dining · 4.6★ (3200)Upscale Intracoastal waterfront restaurant serving fresh local seafood with dockside views.
- El Mar Convenience Store & Deli · Deli & Market · 4.4★ (85)Convenient local market for quick beach bites, deli sandwiches, and beverages.
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.