Is Julington Creek safe?
Jacksonville, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Julington Creek as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Julington Creek
“Go. Julington Creek is one of the safest and most affluent master-planned suburban communities in the greater Jacksonville area. Violent crime is exceptionally rare, and property crime is well below regional and national averages, making it completely comfortable for travelers and families alike.”
About the area
Situated along the natural waterways dividing southern Duval and northern St. Johns counties, Julington Creek is a picturesque suburban retreat characterized by golf communities, waterways, and manicured subdivisions. Visitors typically visit to enjoy boating and kayaking along the creek, casual dockside dining, and peaceful neighborhood recreation.
- Suburban Oasis
- Family-Friendly
- Waterfront
- Quiet & Residential
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Julington Creek
Walk score: 22/100 · Bike score: 38/100
No bike-share programs exist here; cycling is safe and common along neighborhood greenways and internal subdivision sidewalks, but regional bike lanes along major thoroughfares are sparse.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Exceptionally low rates of violent and property crime relative to the Jacksonville metro area.
- Strong economic baseline with median household incomes exceeding $115,000 and high homeownership rates.
- Well-maintained infrastructure, family-oriented public spaces, and clean suburban parks.
Cons
- Completely car-dependent layout with long distances between residential areas and amenities.
- Frequent commuter traffic congestion during peak hours along San Jose Boulevard (SR-13) and Racetrack Road.
- Very limited late-night dining, arts, or cultural attractions.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Julington Creek, with no encampments or regular panhandling in the area.
What Julington Creek is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with joggers, cyclists, and dog walkers moving comfortably through subdivision paths.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet suburban atmosphere with high visibility and virtually no safety concerns.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and family-centered with casual patrons dining near the marina and neighborhood plazas.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low-risk and silent, though main thoroughfares can be dimly lit outside of shopping centers.
Transit, parking and getting around
Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) provides very limited fixed-route bus service to this outer suburban edge, making a personal vehicle or rideshare practically mandatory.
Parking is completely hassle-free with large, free surface lots available at all shopping centers, marinas, and community parks.
Things to do in Julington Creek
- Rent a boat or launch kayaks from Julington Creek Marina to explore local tributaries and wetlands.
- Play a round of golf amid pine trees and water hazards at the Julington Creek Golf Club.
- Enjoy waterfront sunset walks, boardwalks, and a fishing pier at nearby Mandarin Park.
Local favorites
- Julington Creek Fish Camp · Seafood Restaurant · 4.6★ (2450)A popular waterfront dining establishment serving fresh coastal Florida catches with panoramic water views.
- Iggy's Grill & Bar · Bar & Grill · 4.4★ (1520)Lively open-air neighborhood sports grill offering seafood, live music, and deck seating by the marina.
- Blackstone Grille · Fine Dining Restaurant · 4.6★ (460)Intimate bistro offering creative American-fusion cuisine, prime steaks, and fine wines.
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.