Is East Pembroke Pines 2 safe?
Pembroke Pines, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates East Pembroke Pines 2 as “Go”.
Gogo's take on East Pembroke Pines 2
“Go. East Pembroke Pines is a stable, well-established suburban community that is generally very safe for visitors and residents alike. Violent crime is uncommon, though standard vigilance regarding vehicle security in commercial retail plazas is advised.”
About the area
East Pembroke Pines features established mid-to-late 20th-century residential subdivisions interwoven with extensive commercial plazas along Pines Boulevard and University Drive. It offers a diverse dining scene with strong Latin American and Caribbean influences, dependable neighborhood parks, and straightforward highway connectivity across South Florida.
- Suburban Residential
- Family-Oriented
- Strip Mall Dining
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in East Pembroke Pines 2
Walk score: 52/100 · Bike score: 54/100
There are no public bike-share docking stations; cycling is mostly limited to residential neighborhood streets and sidewalk riding, as major thoroughfares lack dedicated protected bike lanes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than both national and regional metropolitan averages
- Strong homeownership rates and stable middle-class median household incomes near seventy-five thousand dollars
- Well-maintained municipal infrastructure, public parks, and neighborhood recreation centers
Cons
- Higher occurrence of opportunistic property crimes such as vehicle break-ins in shopping center parking lots
- High-speed multi-lane thoroughfares pose hazards for pedestrians and cyclists
- Car dependency requires personal vehicle access for nearly all errands and visits
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in the neighborhood, with only occasional individuals observed near major commercial intersections along Pines Boulevard or University Drive.
What East Pembroke Pines 2 is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with commuters heading out and local residents jogging or walking dogs through neighborhood subdivisions.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy commercial traffic along major arterial roads, creating bustling retail centers with no significant safety concerns.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and family-centered across residential blocks, while strip mall restaurants and sports bars see steady, relaxed foot traffic.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet residential streets with minimal activity; safety remains high, though sensible awareness is advised in dimly lit parking areas.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) provides bus service along major corridors via Routes 7, 8, and 28, though headways can be long; there is no direct passenger rail or BRT within the immediate neighborhood.
Parking is exceptionally easy and universally free, with vast surface lots fronting all retail plazas, restaurants, and municipal facilities.
Things to do in East Pembroke Pines 2
- Explore local exhibits and community arts classes at Studio 18 Art Complex
- Enjoy outdoor walking trails, tennis courts, and picnic shelters at Maxwell Park
- Sample authentic Latin American cuisine and pastries along the bustling Pines Boulevard commercial corridor
Local favorites
- Capriccio Ristorante · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (1250)Long-running upscale venue known for classic Italian dining, live piano music, and attentive tableside service.
- Flanigan's Seafood Bar and Grill · American / Seafood Bar · 4.5★ (2900)Beloved South Florida neighborhood staple serving seafood, baby back ribs, and cold drinks in a nautical-themed setting.
- El Novillo Restaurant · Nicaraguan Steakhouse · 4.4★ (1420)Established Latin American dining room acclaimed for chimichurri-marinated churrasco and traditional desserts.
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.