Is Good Roads safe?
Shreveport, Louisiana · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Good Roads as “Caution”.
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Gogo's take on Good Roads
“Go with care. Good Roads is primarily a quiet, working-class residential area, but Shreveport's elevated rates of violent and property crime mean visitors should stay alert. Routine daytime visits are generally safe, but late-night foot travel should be avoided.”
About the area
Good Roads is a low-density, mid-century residential neighborhood situated in Shreveport with easy access to major commercial thoroughfares. It primarily consists of modest single-family ranch homes and local community staples rather than tourist attractions.
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet Residential
- Mid-Century
- Suburban
Walking and biking in Good Roads
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 32/100
The neighborhood lacks dedicated bike lanes and has no direct connections to Shreveport greenways, making cycling strictly a road-sharing endeavor.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Predominantly quiet, low-traffic residential streets
- Convenient access to essential retail along Mansfield Road and 70th Street
- Abundant and hassle-free free vehicle parking
Cons
- Property crime and vehicle theft rates track higher than national averages
- Higher poverty rates and noticeable pockets of deferred property maintenance
- Subpar pedestrian infrastructure with scarce sidewalks and patchy street lighting
Homelessness: Homelessness is rarely visible on the interior residential streets, though unhoused individuals and panhandling can occasionally be observed along adjacent commercial strips like Mansfield Road.
What Good Roads is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and typical of a quiet residential neighborhood as residents commute, feeling relatively safe.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Light vehicle movement with low foot traffic, presenting a relaxed and manageable environment.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Activity diminishes rapidly as daylight fades; stick to well-lit driveways and secured properties.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Streets become dark and isolated, elevating safety risks; walking after hours is not recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
SporTran operates local bus routes along peripheral arterial roads such as Mansfield Road and 70th Street, but service is infrequent and the area lacks passenger rail.
Parking is exceptionally easy with ample free street parking along residential curbs and wide private driveways.
Things to do in Good Roads
- Sample famous hot glazed donuts at the historic Southern Maid Donuts nearby on Hearne Avenue
- Browse local retail, discount centers, and auto shops along Mansfield Road
- Take a short drive northeast to Betty Virginia Park for jogging paths and green space
Local favorites
- Southern Maid Donuts · Bakery · 4.7★ (1150)Historic Shreveport institution serving fresh, warm donuts and Southern breakfast pastries.
- Big D's BBQ · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.4★ (340)No-frills local barbecue joint serving smoked ribs, pulled pork, and traditional sides.
- Orlandeaux's Cafe · Creole Restaurant · 4.4★ (1720)Historic family-owned eatery renowned for classic Shreveport stuffed shrimp, gumbo, and fried catfish.
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Common questions about Good Roads
Is Good Roads safe to walk at night?
Take care after dark: stick to lit main streets or take a ride.
Is Good Roads a good place to live?
On safety, Good Roads scores 48/100 — below average, so visit at different times of day before deciding to move.
How walkable is Good Roads?
Walk score 28/100 and bike score 32/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Good Roads are safer?
Honore (Shreveport) (71), Dorian Terrace (71), Gary (56) score higher nearby.
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