Is Lakeside Acres safe?
Shreveport, Louisiana · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Lakeside Acres as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Lakeside Acres
“Go with care. Lakeside Acres is a quiet, low-density residential enclave that is notably safer than Shreveport's high-crime central core. Visitors will encounter minimal violent crime, though routine precautions against vehicle break-ins and property theft are still advisable.”
About the area
Lakeside Acres is a peaceful, predominantly residential neighborhood situated in western Shreveport near the shores of Cross Lake. Featuring modest mid-century single-family homes, mature pine canopies, and quiet streets, it offers an escape from the city's denser commercial corridors.
- Quiet Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Tree-Lined
- Suburban
Walking and biking in Lakeside Acres
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 24/100
There are no designated bike lanes, multi-use paths, or bike-share stations in the neighborhood, though internal residential streets carry low vehicle traffic.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to Shreveport metro averages
- High share of stable, owner-occupied single-family residences
- Close proximity to outdoor recreation and boat launches on Cross Lake
Cons
- Susceptible to regional property crime and opportunistic vehicle break-ins
- Nearly complete absence of sidewalks, crosswalks, or pedestrian infrastructure
- No commercial dining or retail directly inside the residential interior
Homelessness: Visible homelessness and encampments are not a notable presence in Lakeside Acres, as social services and shelters are concentrated in downtown Shreveport.
What Lakeside Acres is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and pleasant with residents heading out for work, making it safe for morning walks within subdivision streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Low daytime foot traffic and quiet residential roads provide a secure, low-stress environment.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Streets become very dark quickly after sundown due to limited streetlighting, though residential safety remains steady.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low activity with occasional vehicle patrols; violent crime is uncommon, but isolated streets require situational awareness.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by SporTran, but bus routes near Lakeside Acres are sparse and have long headways, making a personal vehicle essential for travel.
Parking is exceptionally easy, with free street parking available along residential lanes and private driveways for virtually all properties.
Things to do in Lakeside Acres
- Spend a morning boating, kayaking, or freshwater fishing on nearby Cross Lake
- Take a scenic sunset drive along South Lakeshore Drive to observe local waterfowl
- Picnic and unwind at one of the public lakeside park access points
Local favorites
- Southern Maid Donuts · Donut Shop · 4.6★ (480)Historic Northwest Louisiana staple serving warm glazed donuts, kolaches, and coffee.
- Shane's Seafood & BBQ · Cajun & Barbecue Restaurant · 4.3★ (1120)Down-home eatery dishing out seasoned boiled crawfish, fried catfish, and smoked meats.
- Crawdaddy's Kitchen · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (1450)Casual Southern dining room known for spicy crawfish boils, gumbo, and fried seafood platters.
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Common questions about Lakeside Acres
Is Lakeside Acres safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Lakeside Acres a good place to live?
On safety, Lakeside Acres scores 71/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Lakeside Acres?
Walk score 18/100 and bike score 24/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Lakeside Acres are safer?
Lakeside Acres scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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