Is Fairwinds safe?
Bear, Delaware · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Fairwinds as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Fairwinds
“Go. Fairwinds is a standard, generally quiet suburban residential neighborhood in Bear. While the commercial stretches along nearby Route 40 experience typical suburban property crime, the residential streets themselves are peaceful and safe for visitors.”
About the area
Fairwinds is an established suburban community in Bear, Delaware, featuring mid-century single-family homes and modest residential streets. Located just off the bustling Route 40 commercial corridor, it provides convenient access to local dining, strip malls, and regional commuting arteries.
- Suburban Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet Streets
- Family-Oriented
Walking and biking in Fairwinds
Walk score: 34/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There is no dedicated bike-share system in the immediate area, and while neighborhood side streets are quiet for cycling, Route 40 lacks protected bike lanes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Primarily owner-occupied residential streets with low violent crime rates
- Close proximity to retail, grocery stores, and diverse dining on Route 40
- Easy vehicular access to major highways including Route 1 and I-95
- Stable suburban neighborhood with active local community presence
Cons
- Elevated property crime and vehicle break-in risks near Route 40 commercial plazas
- Lacks pedestrian infrastructure, with missing sidewalks on arterial connections
- Higher vehicle dependency with limited frequent public transit
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is generally minimal within the residential streets of Fairwinds, though occasional individuals panhandling may be observed near major commercial intersections along Route 40.
What Fairwinds is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and calm, with school buses running and residents commuting to work.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet throughout the residential blocks with steady shopping traffic along Route 40.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued suburban atmosphere with residents relaxing at home and safe conditions for evening dog walking.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic; generally safe within the neighborhood, though common-sense caution is advised near Route 40 commercial lots.
Transit, parking and getting around
DART First State operates local bus routes (such as Route 40 and Route 42) along Pulaski Highway connecting to Newark and Wilmington, but headways are moderate and a car remains the primary mode of transit.
Residential parking is abundant and free along neighborhood driveways and streets, while commercial plazas along Route 40 offer large, free surface lots.
Things to do in Fairwinds
- Explore the walking and biking paths at nearby Lums Pond State Park
- Browse local shops and international specialty markets along the Pulaski Highway corridor
- Enjoy casual dining and craft beers at regional Bear-area brewpubs
Local favorites
- Stewart's Brewing Company · Brewpub · 4.4★ (1150)Long-running local brewpub serving handcrafted ales, burgers, and pub classics.
- Taqueria Los Primos · Mexican Restaurant · 4.6★ (520)Authentic, informal Mexican eatery known for tacos, tortas, and generous platters.
- El Toro Mexican Restaurant · Restaurant · 4.3★ (840)Relaxed local Mexican restaurant serving fajitas, margaritas, and combination dinners.
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.