Is Lakewood Country Club Estates safe?
New Orleans, Louisiana · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Lakewood Country Club Estates as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Lakewood Country Club Estates
“Go. Lakewood Country Club Estates is a secure, tranquil residential enclave that offers some of the lowest crime rates on New Orleans' Westbank. While standard suburban precautions against property theft apply, visitors will find a peaceful and welcoming golf-oriented community.”
About the area
Lakewood Country Club Estates is an affluent, master-planned suburban neighborhood centered around the historic Lakewood Golf Club in the Algiers section of New Orleans. It features spacious single-family homes, manicured lawns, and quiet cul-de-sacs far removed from the urban density of downtown.
- Suburban
- Golf Community
- Quiet / Residential
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Lakewood Country Club Estates
Walk score: 21/100 · Bike score: 36/100
Blue Bikes bike-share is not available in Algiers, but the subdivision's wide residential cul-de-sacs provide safe, low-stress neighborhood cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to overall Orleans Parish metrics
- High homeownership rates and well-maintained private properties
- Quiet, low-traffic residential streets buffered from commercial thoroughfares
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with nearly zero walkable retail or dining destinations
- Prone to sporadic suburban vehicle burglaries and opportunistic property theft
- Geographically separated from central New Orleans, requiring travel across the Crescent City Connection bridge
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually nonexistent within this residential enclave, with no encampments or panhandling present on its quiet streets.
What Lakewood Country Club Estates is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Extremely calm and safe, with residents out jogging and golfers heading to the links.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and low-traffic, offering a comfortable and secure setting for daytime strolls.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Peaceful residential ambiance with minimal activity outside of private residences.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet with dark residential roads; violent crime is rare, though standard vehicle-locking habits are recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
The New Orleans Regional Transit Authority (RTA) operates bus routes along major corridors like General De Gaulle Drive, but service inside the subdivision is negligible and personal vehicles are essential.
Parking is exceptionally easy with generous private driveways and ample, free, unmetered street parking throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in Lakewood Country Club Estates
- Play an 18-hole championship round at the Lakewood Golf Club
- Explore the serene walking paths and lagoons at nearby Brechtel Park
- Enjoy casual dining and patio views at The Grill at Lakewood
Local favorites
- Lakewood Golf Club · Golf Course & Clubhouse · 4.4★ (465)A historic 18-hole championship golf facility originally designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. with modern upgrades.
- The Grill at Lakewood · American Restaurant · 4.3★ (88)A welcoming clubhouse venue offering traditional Creole dishes, burgers, and scenic views of the fairways.
- Olive Branch Cafe · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (920)A nearby neighborhood favorite serving specialty pizzas, pasta, po'boys, and fresh salads.
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Common questions about Lakewood Country Club Estates
Is Lakewood Country Club Estates safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Lakewood Country Club Estates a good place to live?
On safety, Lakewood Country Club Estates scores 80/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Lakewood Country Club Estates?
Walk score 21/100 and bike score 36/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Lakewood Country Club Estates are safer?
Lakewood Country Club Estates scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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