Is English Turn safe?
New Orleans, Louisiana · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates English Turn as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on English Turn
“Go. English Turn is one of the safest and most affluent residential enclaves in Orleans Parish, protected by a 24-hour guarded security gate. While isolated and completely car-dependent, it offers a secure, peaceful environment for residents and invited guests.”
About the area
Located on the bend of the Mississippi River on the West Bank of New Orleans, English Turn is a premier master-planned, gated golf community centered around a Jack Nicklaus-designed championship course. The neighborhood features sprawling custom estates, lush waterways, and pristine green spaces far removed from the urban density of the city.
- Gated Community
- Affluent Suburb
- Golf Centric
- Quiet & Peaceful
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in English Turn
Walk score: 5/100 · Bike score: 22/100
Biking is safe and pleasant within the internal private streets, but there are no bike-share stations or protected connections to citywide trails or the Mississippi River levee paths outside the gate.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- 24/7 gated security with private patrols and controlled visitor access
- Virtually zero violent crime and exceptionally low property crime rates
- High median household incomes, exceeding $130,000, and over 90% homeownership
- Well-maintained private infrastructure, manicured streets, and scenic golf course views
Cons
- Completely isolated from the rest of New Orleans with zero public transit access
- Strictly private and gated; access is restricted to residents, members, and registered guests
- No commercial retail, grocery stores, or walkable amenities inside the community
Homelessness: Visible homelessness and encampments are entirely absent due to active 24/7 gated security and restricted community access.
What English Turn is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with residents jogging or walking dogs along manicured private roads with zero safety concerns.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with light neighborhood vehicle traffic and golfers navigating the fairways in a secure setting.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and tranquil as residents return home, feeling safe throughout the well-lit residential avenues.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and safe, strictly monitored by 24-hour gate security and dedicated mobile neighborhood patrols.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no public transit service operating within English Turn; New Orleans RTA bus routes end several miles away in Algiers, making personal vehicles essential.
Ample free private parking is available at the country club and on residential driveways; street parking is restricted by HOA regulations, and there are no parking meters or commercial garages.
Things to do in English Turn
- Play a round of golf on the championship Jack Nicklaus signature course at English Turn Golf and Country Club
- Attend a private banquet, wedding, or catered event at the English Turn Clubhouse
- Take a quiet morning jog or walk along the private, tree-lined residential fairways
Local favorites
- English Turn Golf and Country Club · Golf & Country Club · 4.5★ (320)A premier private club featuring an 18-hole championship golf course, tennis courts, and fine dining.
- The Grill at English Turn · American Restaurant · 4.3★ (45)Country club dining venue serving classic American and Creole cuisine to members and club guests.
- English Turn Fitness & Tennis Center · Fitness & Sports Facility · 4.6★ (30)Private athletic facility offering clay tennis courts, swimming facilities, and personal training.
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Common questions about English Turn
Is English Turn safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is English Turn a good place to live?
On safety, English Turn scores 90/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is English Turn?
Walk score 5/100 and bike score 22/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near English Turn are safer?
English Turn scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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