Is East Coral Ridge Country Club Estate 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 Coral Ridge Country Club Estate as “Go”.
Gogo's take on East Coral Ridge Country Club Estate
“Go. East Coral Ridge Country Club Estates is one of the safest and most affluent residential enclaves in Fort Lauderdale. Violent crime is extremely rare, making it an exceptionally secure place to stroll or visit friends, though visitors should remain mindful of basic vehicle security along perimeter commercial corridors.”
About the area
East Coral Ridge Country Club Estates is an upscale, tranquil neighborhood known for lush tree-lined streets, expansive mid-century and modern waterfront homes, and private golf course views. Tucked between Federal Highway and the Intracoastal Waterway, it functions primarily as a quiet luxury enclave just minutes from the beach.
- Affluent Suburb
- Quiet & Waterfront
- Lush & Green
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in East Coral Ridge Country Club Estate
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 52/100
Interior residential streets are pleasant and calm for neighborhood bicycling, though there is no dedicated protected bike lane network connecting directly to regional trails. Commercial bike-share stations are scarce within the residential core.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are exceptionally low compared to the Fort Lauderdale metro average
- Affluent economic base with median household incomes well exceeding six figures and high homeownership
- Well-maintained, peaceful streets with private security patrols and proactive neighborhood vigilance
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like unlocked vehicle break-ins or package theft
- Very car-dependent interior with limited pedestrian infrastructure on inner residential lanes
- Perimeter borders along Commercial Blvd and Federal Hwy experience fast-moving vehicular traffic
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within the interior residential streets. Any minor instances of panhandling are limited strictly to bus stops or major shopping plaza corners along US-1 and Commercial Boulevard.
What East Coral Ridge Country Club Estate is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene, filled with morning joggers, dog walkers, and maintenance crews on meticulously landscaped lawns.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet residential feel with light local traffic and great visibility for walking or cycling through the neighborhood.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and safe with residents walking dogs along quiet streets, though street lighting is soft and subdued.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low activity with minimal vehicle traffic; walking is very safe, though darkness and minimal foot traffic mean staying aware is always wise.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) provides bus services along the periphery via Route 10 on Federal Highway and Route 55 on Commercial Boulevard. The nearest commuter rail option is the Cypress Creek Tri-Rail Station, roughly 4 miles to the west.
Most homes have expansive private driveways, while on-street parking in residential zones is limited to residents and visitors. Commercial plazas along Federal Highway and Commercial Boulevard provide ample free surface lot parking.
Things to do in East Coral Ridge Country Club Estate
- Play a round of golf or dine as a member or guest at Coral Ridge Country Club
- Stroll along the scenic canal bridges to admire Intracoastal yachts and waterfront architecture
- Explore the nearby boutique shops and dining spots along East Commercial Boulevard
Local favorites
- Coral Ridge Country Club · Private Golf & Country Club · 4.6★ (280)Historic private country club offering a championship Robert Trent Jones golf course and fine dining.
- Kaluz Restaurant · American Waterfront Dining · 4.6★ (3950)Upscale New American eatery situated just east on the Intracoastal featuring dockside dining and craft cocktails.
- La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant · Mexican Restaurant · 4.5★ (2100)Longtime local favorite serving hearty Mexican and Spanish staples in a vibrant setting on Federal Highway.
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.