Is Hopewell safe?
Tampa, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Hopewell as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Hopewell
“Go. Hopewell is a quiet, semi-rural and residential pocket in eastern Hillsborough County characterized by low crime rates and an agricultural backdrop. Visitors will experience a safe and tranquil environment, provided they have a vehicle to navigate the area.”
About the area
Hopewell is a historic, semi-rural community located south of Plant City in eastern Hillsborough County. Known for its strawberry fields, single-family homesteads, and open landscapes, it offers a peaceful country atmosphere far removed from the dense urban core of Tampa.
- Semi-Rural
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet / Peaceful
- Agricultural
Walking and biking in Hopewell
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There is no bike-share program, and roads lack dedicated bike lanes; however, recreational paved paths can be accessed nearby at Alderman's Ford Regional Park.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are notably lower than the Tampa metropolitan average
- High rate of homeownership and stable, established residential properties
- Spacious, low-density environment with minimal commercial congestion
- Close proximity to agricultural attractions and regional nature parks
Cons
- Virtually zero pedestrian infrastructure, with missing sidewalks on most roads
- Sparse street lighting along rural roads creates poor nighttime visibility
- High dependence on personal vehicles for all basic amenities and errands
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Hopewell, with virtually no encampments or panhandling observed along its rural roads.
What Hopewell is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with early-morning farm activity and light commuter traffic moving through County Road corridors.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Safe and unhurried, with visitors and locals traveling easily between residences and roadside markets.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and very quiet as business winds down, though limited lighting makes headlights essential.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and desolate with virtually no foot traffic; street crime is rare, but open roads require defensive driving.
Transit, parking and getting around
Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART) does not provide direct fixed-route bus service to this rural pocket; a personal vehicle is necessary for transportation.
Parking is abundant and free across the area, consisting entirely of private driveways and generous surface lots at local businesses.
Things to do in Hopewell
- Shop for fresh seasonal berries and baked goods at local farm stands like Fancy Farms Market
- Explore the shaded boardwalks and canoe launches at nearby Alderman's Ford Conservation Park
- Take a scenic drive through eastern Hillsborough County's historic farming corridors
Local favorites
- Fancy Farms Market · Farm Market · 4.8★ (620)Family-run market famous for fresh strawberries, seasonal produce, and scratch-made desserts.
- Fred's Market Restaurant · Southern Restaurant · 4.5★ (4650)Down-home buffet serving traditional Southern comfort food and slow-cooked meats.
- Parkesdale Farm Market · Produce Market & Bakery · 4.7★ (6800)Iconic nearby market celebrated for world-famous strawberry shortcakes and local produce.
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.