Is Houma Boulevard safe?
Metairie, Louisiana · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Houma Boulevard as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Houma Boulevard
“Go. Houma Boulevard is a largely tranquil suburban corridor anchored by East Jefferson General Hospital and surrounded by quiet residential neighborhoods. While opportunistic property crime like vehicle break-ins can occur in retail and medical parking lots, violent crime is rare, and the area is well-patrolled by the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office.”
About the area
Houma Boulevard runs north-south through Metairie, connecting Veterans Memorial Boulevard to West Esplanade Avenue. Dominated by a major hospital complex, medical offices, and garden-style apartment communities, it offers convenient suburban amenities close to shopping and Lake Pontchartrain. It serves primarily as a commercial and healthcare hub rather than a traditional tourist destination.
- Suburban
- Medical District
- Commercial Corridor
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Houma Boulevard
Walk score: 58/100 · Bike score: 52/100
There is no municipal bike-share system in Metairie, though cyclists can ride north along neighborhood streets to connect with the paved Lake Pontchartrain Linear Park bike trail.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to nearby New Orleans across the parish line
- Continuous active security and regular patrols from Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office around the hospital complex
- Stable middle-class residential base with high vehicle ownership and access to comprehensive medical care
Cons
- Periodic property crimes including vehicle burglaries in large medical and commercial parking lots
- Heavy suburban traffic along adjacent thoroughfares like Veterans Memorial Boulevard
- Car-centric street design that lacks continuous pedestrian infrastructure off main campus walkways
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal along Houma Boulevard, with only occasional individuals or panhandlers near major commercial intersections like Veterans Memorial Boulevard; there are no active encampments in the immediate area.
What Houma Boulevard is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Active and safe, with hospital staff, commuters, and delivery vehicles moving through the corridor.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy with medical traffic and retail shoppers, remaining very safe for motorists and pedestrians.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet outside of nearby restaurant parking areas, with good streetlighting around the medical facilities.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Calm and generally peaceful with minimal pedestrian activity; standard vehicle awareness applies.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by Jefferson Parish Transit (JeT), with Route E1 (Veterans) stopping nearby at the south end of Houma Boulevard; there is no passenger rail or BRT in this suburban district.
Parking is exceptionally easy and plentiful, with free surface lots and multi-level parking garages serving the hospital and surrounding medical and retail plazas.
Things to do in Houma Boulevard
- Walk or relax around the landscaped grounds and public areas of East Jefferson General Hospital
- Shop and dine at the commercial strip centers lining the intersection of Houma and Veterans Memorial Boulevard
- Take a short drive north to enjoy the Lake Pontchartrain linear trail and lakefront parks
Local favorites
- Acme Oyster House · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (3200)Renowned local staple serving chargrilled oysters, po'boys, and traditional Louisiana seafood favorites just off Houma on Veterans.
- Riccobono's Peppermill · Italian & Breakfast · 4.5★ (1150)Family-run suburban institution famous for classic breakfast fare and traditional Creole-Italian specialties.
- East Jefferson General Hospital · Medical Center · 4.1★ (850)The central anchor of the corridor offering comprehensive healthcare, emergency services, and community wellness facilities.
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Common questions about Houma Boulevard
Is Houma Boulevard safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Houma Boulevard a good place to live?
On safety, Houma Boulevard scores 81/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Houma Boulevard?
Walk score 58/100 and bike score 52/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Houma Boulevard are safer?
Lafreniere Park (84) score higher nearby.
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