Is East Miramar 7 safe?
Miramar, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates East Miramar 7 as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on East Miramar 7
“Go with care. East Miramar is a working-class suburban community that offers authentic Caribbean and Latin cuisine along its commercial corridors, but it experiences higher rates of property crime and petty theft than western Miramar. Daytime visits to local restaurants and parks are generally uneventful, though extra vigilance is advised after dark near major commercial thoroughfares.”
Local coverage frequently highlights occasional vehicle break-ins and commercial corridor traffic incidents along the busy State Road 7 / Miramar Parkway junction.
About the area
East Miramar 7 represents the older, established eastern section of Miramar near the State Road 7 (US-441) corridor, bordering West Park and Hollywood. The area features modest mid-century single-family homes, strip malls, and a vibrant Caribbean-American cultural presence.
- Suburban Strip
- Culturally Diverse
- Car-Dependent
- Working-Class
Walking and biking in East Miramar 7
Walk score: 52/100 · Bike score: 48/100
Dedicated bike lanes are sporadic along major corridors, and municipal bike-share is not available in this sector, making cycling best suited for quiet neighborhood side streets.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Diverse culinary scene with authentic Jamaican, Trinidadian, and Latin American eateries
- High rates of vehicle ownership and easy highway access via the Florida Turnpike and US-441
- Active municipal community parks and sports facilities nearby
- Stable long-term residential pockets with moderate homeownership
Cons
- Property crime and vehicle theft rates are notably higher than in West Miramar
- Pedestrian safety concerns along heavily trafficked multi-lane arterials like State Road 7
- Pockets of lower median income and aging commercial infrastructure compared to the rest of Broward County
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is low to moderate, with occasional individuals seen near commercial strip plazas and major intersections along State Road 7, though established encampments are not prevalent.
What East Miramar 7 is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Active and routine with school drop-offs and commuter traffic heading toward major thoroughfares; walking is safe within residential blocks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy commercial plazas see consistent customer flow, though fast traffic along US-441 requires pedestrian alertness.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Dining spots remain lively until mid-evening, but foot traffic drops off quickly on unlit residential side streets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet across residential streets with occasional noise near late-night gas stations and plazas; walking alone late at night is not recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) provides local bus service along main arteries via Routes 18, 28, and 441 Breeze, connecting riders to regional transit centers, though there is no direct rail station within walking distance.
Parking is abundant and free in private surface lots at shopping plazas, while residential streets generally permit standard curbside parking for residents and guests.
Things to do in East Miramar 7
- Sample authentic jerk chicken and oxtail along the Caribbean culinary corridor on Miramar Parkway
- Enjoy outdoor recreation and tennis courts at nearby Fairway Park
- Shop for specialty tropical produce and West Indian groceries at local international markets
Local favorites
- Dutch Pot Jamaican Restaurant · Jamaican Restaurant · 4.1★ (1250)Popular local staple serving generous portions of authentic jerk pork, curry goat, and plantains.
- Sam's West Indian Grocery · Grocery Store · 4.4★ (310)Neighborhood market stocked with Caribbean spices, fresh produce, and specialty bakery goods.
- La Granja Miramar · Peruvian Restaurant · 4.2★ (980)Casual Peruvian fast-casual chain known for rotisserie chicken, steak, and black beans.
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.