Is East Cooper City safe?
Cooper City, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates East Cooper City as “Go”.
Gogo's take on East Cooper City
“Go. East Cooper City is an exceptionally safe, quiet suburban community characterized by manicured residential developments, family-friendly parks, and active community policing. Violent crime is virtually non-existent, and visitors will find standard suburban precautions more than sufficient at any time of day.”
About the area
East Cooper City is a tranquil, residential corner of southwest Broward County defined by tree-lined streets, residential subdivisions, and canal waterways. While primarily a bedroom community with minimal tourist attractions, it offers reliable suburban dining, neighborhood parks, and a peaceful environment.
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet Suburb
- Car-Dependent
- Well-Maintained
Walking and biking in East Cooper City
Walk score: 32/100 · Bike score: 45/100
There is no public bike-share network available; internal residential streets are safe for leisurely cycling, though arterial corridors have fast vehicular traffic.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent and property crime rates consistently rank well below both Florida and national medians.
- High median household incomes exceeding $115,000 and exceptionally low poverty rates under 5%.
- Well-maintained public parks, clean residential streets, and proactive Broward County Sheriff's Office patrol.
Cons
- Highly car-dependent layout with sparse pedestrian infrastructure along main arterial roads.
- Limited nightlife and entertainment options for visitors seeking energetic urban activities.
- Occasional opportunistic vehicle burglaries targeting unlocked cars in residential driveways.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in East Cooper City, with no active encampments or panhandling in the area.
What East Cooper City is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking dogs, and commuting with complete safety.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and low-key with light suburban traffic around schools and plazas, feeling entirely secure.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential, with families patronizing neighborhood restaurants without safety concerns.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Dark and very quiet with virtually no foot traffic, remaining exceptionally secure.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by Broward County Transit (BCT) with bus routes such as Route 16 on Stirling Road, but frequencies are limited and there is no nearby rail access.
Parking is plentiful and free across all retail plazas, public parks, and neighborhood facilities.
Things to do in East Cooper City
- Spend an afternoon relaxing or playing sports at Cooper City Sports Complex.
- Walk along the scenic paths and lake view areas at Ted Ferone Park.
- Sample local neighborhood dining along the Stirling Road commercial corridor.
Local favorites
- Vienna Wine Bar · European Restaurant · 4.6★ (680)Upscale continental and European dining paired with an extensive international wine list.
- Beverly Hills Cafe · American Restaurant · 4.3★ (1150)Longstanding local staple known for casual American comfort dishes and fresh-baked rolls.
- Tin Cup Sports Bar & Grill · Sports Bar · 4.3★ (850)Neighborhood sports pub serving classic burgers, wings, and draft beers in a casual setting.
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.
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