Is Fern Crest Village safe?
Davie, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Fern Crest Village as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Fern Crest Village
“Go. Fern Crest Village is a quiet, predominantly residential suburban community in Davie that poses very little danger to visitors. Standard situational awareness is adequate, primarily concerning vehicle property crime near commercial corridors.”
About the area
Fern Crest Village is an established suburban residential enclave situated in Davie, Florida, just south of I-595 and west of Florida's Turnpike. It offers a mix of modest single-family homes, townhouses, and nearby local service plazas, surrounded by peaceful canals and equestrian-adjacent suburban streets.
- Suburban
- Quiet
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Fern Crest Village
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 46/100
There are no public bike-share docking stations in the immediate neighborhood, but quiet residential side streets are manageable for cycling, and the New River Greenway runs nearby along State Road 84.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than the broader South Florida metropolitan average.
- Stable residential neighborhood with high vehicle ownership and low residential vacancy.
- Proximity to major highways (I-595, Turnpike) makes regional travel straightforward.
- Quiet, family-oriented atmosphere with well-maintained residential streets.
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins along commercial fringes.
- Highly car-dependent layout with minimal pedestrian infrastructure on arterial borders.
- Traffic congestion along nearby State Road 84 and Griffin Road during peak hours.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within the residential streets of Fern Crest Village, though occasional individuals may be seen near bus stops along major commercial thoroughfares like US-441/SR-7.
What Fern Crest Village is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents walking dogs and commuting, feeling very safe.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet throughout residential pockets with standard suburban traffic along main roads.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued neighborhood atmosphere with low foot traffic, perfectly comfortable for an evening walk.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and dark with occasional vehicle traffic; safe overall, though walking on unlit arterial roads is not recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is managed by Broward County Transit (BCT), with bus routes running along major arterials like Griffin Road and SR 84. There is no direct rail station within walking distance; the nearest Tri-Rail station is Fort Lauderdale Airport Station, roughly a 15-minute drive away.
Parking is abundant and free throughout residential driveways and neighborhood shopping center surface lots.
Things to do in Fern Crest Village
- Explore nature trails and botanical collections at the nearby Flamingo Gardens.
- Visit Tree Tops Park for boardwalk strolls through live oak hammocks and freshwater marshes.
- Enjoy watersports, boat ramps, and equestrian trails at Robbins Preserve.
Local favorites
- Vienna Wine Bar · European Restaurant · 4.6★ (680)An intimate fine dining spot offering European-inspired dishes and an extensive international wine list.
- Kristof's Kafe · Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant · 4.6★ (1250)A beloved local staple serving classic American comfort food, hearty breakfasts, and homemade baked goods.
- Flashback Diner · Diner · 4.3★ (3100)A retro 24/7 diner serving colossal portions of classic comfort food, milkshakes, and breakfast plates.
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.