Is Fatio safe?
Daytona Beach, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Fatio as “Caution”.
Gogo's take on Fatio
“Go with care. Fatio is primarily a quiet, historic residential neighborhood near central educational institutions, but it experiences elevated property crime and property blight typical of central Daytona Beach. Stick to daylight hours for casual visits and remain mindful of your surroundings.”
Local police and community groups have focused recent patrols and initiatives on reducing nuisance property crimes and illegal dumping across central Daytona neighborhoods.
About the area
Fatio is a compact, predominantly residential neighborhood situated just west of downtown Daytona Beach and near Bethune-Cookman University. It features modest mid-century single-family homes, local churches, and neighborhood corner stores, offering a lived-in residential atmosphere rather than tourist attractions.
- Residential
- Historic
- Quiet
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Fatio
Walk score: 58/100 · Bike score: 56/100
There are no dedicated municipal bike-share programs, but cyclists can navigate low-traffic residential streets or connect to the nearby Sweetwater Trail corridor.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Convenient proximity to Bethune-Cookman University and Daytona State College
- Generally quiet residential streets away from major thoroughfares
- Close access to major corridors like International Speedway Boulevard
- High household vehicle ownership supports easy access to regional amenities
Cons
- Property crime rates, including vehicle break-ins and theft, sit above national averages
- Lower median household incomes and elevated neighborhood poverty rates
- Inconsistent sidewalk infrastructure and limited pedestrian lighting on side streets
- Higher rental and vacant property share compared to suburban Volusia County
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is low within the residential interior of Fatio, though occasional unhoused individuals and panhandling can be seen along commercial borders and main transit routes nearby.
What Fatio is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- The streets are calm with residents heading to work and school, making it generally safe for morning walks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Activity picks up around local corridors and schools, feeling relaxed though standard personal awareness is recommended.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Streets grow very quiet after dark, and reduced lighting suggests sticking to well-lit main routes.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Foot traffic drops off completely, and late-night walking alone is not recommended due to increased property crime risks.
Transit, parking and getting around
Votran operates local bus services through the area, primarily via Routes 8, 10, and 11 along adjacent corridors like George W. Engram Boulevard and Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Boulevard; there is no local rail transit.
Residential street parking is readily available and free throughout the neighborhood, with off-street driveways common for most properties.
Things to do in Fatio
- Visit the nearby Mary McLeod Bethune Foundation Home to learn about civil rights and educational history
- Take a short walk through Daisy Stocking Park to enjoy community green space and events
- Explore the nearby historic Midtown community and its local neighborhood eateries
Local favorites
- Midtown Cafe Daytona · Southern Restaurant · 4.6★ (180)A cozy, well-loved neighborhood spot serving traditional Southern soul food favorites.
- Adam's Egg · Breakfast & Brunch · 4.4★ (320)Popular breakfast outpost dishing out hearty platters, omelets, and home fries.
- B-CU Performing Arts Center · Performing Arts · 4.7★ (95)Campus venue hosting community performances, cultural events, and student concerts.
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.