Is East Washington Park safe?
Hollywood, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates East Washington Park as “Caution”.
Gogo's take on East Washington Park
“Go with care. East Washington Park is primarily a working-class residential area that borders more active commercial and downtown districts, requiring standard urban vigilance. While day-to-day neighborhood life is generally calm, visitors should stay aware of their surroundings, particularly along busy transit and commercial corridors after dark.”
Local news coverage intermittently reports localized vehicle break-ins and property crimes along the commercial edges of Dixie Highway and Pembroke Road.
About the area
East Washington Park is a compact, predominantly residential neighborhood located in south Hollywood, situated between the Dixie Highway corridor and major east-west arteries. It features modest single-family homes, low-rise apartment buildings, and easy proximity to downtown Hollywood and regional transport routes.
- Residential
- Working-Class
- Convenient Access
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in East Washington Park
Walk score: 68/100 · Bike score: 62/100
While dedicated bike lanes are scarce on interior neighborhood roads, Dixie Highway and Washington Street provide connections toward downtown Hollywood and the Hollywood Beach Boardwalk bike paths further east.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Quick access to Downtown Hollywood amenities and the ArtsPark at Young Circle
- Close proximity to the Hollywood Tri-Rail commuter station
- Quiet residential interior streets with established community presence
Cons
- Elevated rates of property crime and vehicle thefts compared to coastal Hollywood
- Below-average median household income and higher local rental density
- Sporadic loitering and pedestrian safety issues along bordering commercial corridors
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the interior residential blocks, though individuals experiencing homelessness and occasional panhandling are seen along the Dixie Highway corridor, bus stops, and near major intersections.
What East Washington Park is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Active and quiet with residents commuting to work and school; pedestrian risk is very low on interior streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential atmosphere with moderate vehicular traffic along periphery roads; generally safe for walking.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Activity winds down quickly in the residential grid while commercial borders remain busy, warranting normal situational awareness.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Streets are poorly lit in some residential sections and foot traffic is scarce, making late-night walking inadvisable.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) provides bus service along Dixie Highway, Washington Street, and Pembroke Road (Routes 1, 7, and 18). The Hollywood Tri-Rail Station is located about a mile to the west for regional commuter rail connections.
Parking is mostly free street parking or private driveways in the residential areas, while nearby commercial strips provide free storefront surface lots.
Things to do in East Washington Park
- Visit local neighborhood parks and community sports fields at Washington Park Recreation Center
- Explore diverse Caribbean and Latin dining options along nearby Dixie Highway
- Take a short walk or drive to the nearby ArtsPark at Young Circle for community concerts and food truck nights
Local favorites
- Taco Beach Shack · Mexican Restaurant · 4.3★ (1150)A relaxed local spot serving flavorful street tacos, burritos, and cold drinks nearby.
- Juana La Cubana Cafe · Cuban Cafe · 4.6★ (820)Beloved neighborhood counter serving authentic Cuban sandwiches, pastries, and strong cafecito.
- Shenanigans Sports Pub · Sports Bar & Pub · 4.4★ (1640)Longtime local watering hole known for chicken wings, beer selection, and casual game-day atmosphere.
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.