Is Hucomer safe?
Daytona Beach, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Hucomer as “Caution”.
Gogo's take on Hucomer
“Go with care. While Hucomer is predominantly a modest, quiet residential pocket, its location near major arterial corridors in central Daytona Beach brings elevated property crime risks. Daytime visits are generally straightforward, but late-night foot travel is not recommended.”
About the area
Hucomer is a small, established residential neighborhood situated just west of the Halifax River in Daytona Beach. Composed mostly of mid-century single-family homes and small commercial edges, it offers quick access to the waterfront and downtown Daytona Beach while retaining a suburban street layout.
- Residential
- Mid-Century
- Car-Dependent
- River Proximity
Walking and biking in Hucomer
Walk score: 46/100 · Bike score: 51/100
While internal neighborhood streets have low traffic, dedicated bike lanes are limited until connecting to the multi-use paths along South Beach Street. There is no municipal bike-share system.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Quick access to the Halifax River waterfront, marinas, and downtown Daytona Beach amenities
- Primarily single-family residential fabric insulated from dense tourist crowds
- Affordable living costs relative to the barrier island beachside communities
Cons
- Property crime and vehicle theft rates track above national medians due to proximity to the US-1 corridor
- Below-average median household income with noticeable pockets of deferred housing maintenance
- Inconsistent street lighting and sidewalk infrastructure across interior residential blocks
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is uncommon on interior residential streets, but individuals occasionally congregate along the South Ridgewood Avenue (US-1) commercial strip and near regional bus stops.
What Hucomer is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe for morning walks, with light residential commuting and neighborhood maintenance activity.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Remains quiet within residential blocks, though traffic picks up along the nearby commercial arterials.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Activity winds down quickly; street lighting is uneven, requiring increased awareness when walking outside.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Walking alone is discouraged due to sparse pedestrian presence and higher rates of opportunistic property crime.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transportation is provided by Votran, with Routes 4 and 10 operating along the nearby South Ridgewood Avenue and South Beach Street corridors. There is no passenger rail or BRT service in Volusia County.
Free street parking is widely available along residential streets with few restrictions, and nearby commercial businesses offer ample free surface lots.
Things to do in Hucomer
- Walk along the scenic docks and waterfront promenade at nearby Halifax Harbor Marina
- Visit the Riverfront Esplanade just north on Beach Street for botanical gardens and events
- Dine on casual seafood along the riverfront dining strip off South Beach Street
Local favorites
- Caribbean Jack's · Seafood Restaurant · 4.3★ (4100)Lively riverfront eatery featuring fresh seafood, tropical cocktails, and dockside outdoor seating.
- Tia Cori's Tacos · Mexican Restaurant · 4.5★ (2400)Popular local counter-serve spot dishing out authentic street-style tacos and traditional Mexican fare.
- Stavro's Pizza House · Pizza Restaurant · 4.4★ (850)Longstanding local staple known for classic Greek-style pan pizza, subs, and casual Italian dinners.
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.