Is East Lauderhill safe?
Lauderhill, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates East Lauderhill as “Caution”.
Gogo's take on East Lauderhill
“Go with care. East Lauderhill is a vibrant hub for authentic West Indian culture and dining, but it experiences above-average rates of both violent and property crime compared to national and regional benchmarks. Visitors should stick to well-trafficked commercial corridors along State Road 7 during daylight hours and maintain heightened situational awareness after dark.”
Local law enforcement and city officials have maintained targeted crime-suppression initiatives along the SR 7 corridor following recurring firearm-related incidents and vehicle break-ins in the broader area.
About the area
East Lauderhill, centered along the State Road 7/US-441 corridor, is renowned for its rich Caribbean heritage, bustling food markets, and authentic Caribbean eateries. The area is predominantly residential and strip-mall commercial, characterized by mid-century single-family homes, apartment complexes, and active local commerce.
- Culturally Rich
- Caribbean Hub
- Strip-Mall Commercial
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in East Lauderhill
Walk score: 62/100 · Bike score: 53/100
Dedicated bike infrastructure is minimal aside from standard painted roadway lanes; no municipal bike-share programs operate directly in this sector.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- World-class authentic Jamaican, Trinidadian, and Haitian dining establishments
- Convenient regional highway access via nearby Florida's Turnpike and State Road 7
- Active cultural hub with community markets and specialized Caribbean grocers
Cons
- Violent crime and property crime rates remain significantly above Broward County averages
- Poverty rates exceed 20% in several eastern census tracts with lower median household incomes
- Pedestrian safety concerns along high-speed multi-lane thoroughfares like SR 7 and Sunrise Boulevard
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is moderately present, primarily clustered around major intersections, bus stops, and vacant lots along the State Road 7 and NW 19th Street corridors.
What East Lauderhill is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Active and generally safe as residents commute and local bakeries open for morning service.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy commercial activity along main roadways, requiring standard street awareness around strip malls and transit stops.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Dining spots remain active, but foot traffic thins out on residential side streets; stick to illuminated retail plazas.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Elevated safety risk with reduced foot traffic and sporadic incidents; recreational walking is not recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) operates frequent bus routes along SR 7 (Route 18/441 Breeze) and Sunrise Boulevard (Route 36). The nearest rail station is the Fort Lauderdale Tri-Rail/Brightline Station roughly 4 to 5 miles east.
Plentiful and free surface parking is available in front of commercial plazas, while residential streets rely on private driveways and designated apartment permit spaces.
Things to do in East Lauderhill
- Sample authentic Caribbean patties, oxtail, and jerk specialties along the State Road 7 culinary corridor
- Attend community events and sports tournaments at the nearby Central Broward Park & Broward County Stadium
- Shop for imported Caribbean spices, fresh produce, and baked goods at local neighborhood markets
Local favorites
- Dutch Pot Jamaican Restaurant · Jamaican Restaurant · 4.1★ (1850)Popular local counter-serve spot known for generous portions of jerk chicken, oxtail, and ackee.
- Joy's Roti Delight · Trinidadian Restaurant · 4.3★ (1200)Longstanding staple serving authentic Trinidadian roti, doubles, and flavorful curries.
- Silver Pond Restaurant · Chinese Restaurant · 4.2★ (950)Renowned regional dining destination specialized in authentic Hong Kong style seafood and traditional Cantonese dishes.
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.