Is Lincolnshire (Marrero) safe?
Marrero, Louisiana · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Lincolnshire (Marrero) as “Caution”.
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Gogo's take on Lincolnshire (Marrero)
“Go with care. Lincolnshire is a quiet, predominantly residential West Bank suburban neighborhood with minimal tourist attractions of its own. While daytime residential traffic is generally peaceful, parts of Marrero experience above-average property and violent crime rates, making situational awareness advisable after dark.”
About the area
Lincolnshire is a historic mid-century suburban subdivision situated in Marrero on the West Bank of Jefferson Parish. Characterized by modest single-family ranch homes and local community parks, the neighborhood functions primarily as a quiet residential enclave rather than a visitor destination.
- Quiet Residential
- Suburban
- Car-Dependent
- Working-Class
Walking and biking in Lincolnshire (Marrero)
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There is no bike-share system available in the area, and dedicated bike lanes are absent within the subdivision, though experienced riders use the paved Mississippi River Levee Trail several miles to the north.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Established, quiet residential community with long-term homeowners
- Close driving proximity to the Mississippi River levee and Jean Lafitte National Historical Park
- Ample off-street private driveway parking and low commercial congestion
Cons
- Surrounding Marrero census tracts report elevated rates of property crime and theft
- Car-dependent design with minimal sidewalks and limited pedestrian infrastructure
- Household median incomes trail the broader national average with modest infrastructure upkeep
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the residential streets of Lincolnshire, though unhoused individuals and occasional panhandling can be observed along major West Bank retail corridors like Westbank Expressway.
What Lincolnshire (Marrero) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and low-key as residents commute out via personal vehicles and school buses run their routes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential atmosphere with occasional neighbors tending yards and light local traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Streets quiet down quickly at dusk; driving is recommended over walking along poorly lit side streets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic; nighttime isolation combined with area-wide property crime concerns warrants caution.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by Jefferson Transit (JeT), with fixed bus routes operating on major nearby thoroughfares such as Barataria Boulevard and Lapalco Boulevard; there is no passenger rail or BRT in the immediate vicinity.
Parking is completely free and easy throughout the subdivision, primarily consisting of private residential driveways and unmetered residential street parking.
Things to do in Lincolnshire (Marrero)
- Visit the nearby Barataria Preserve of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve for nature boardwalks and alligator spotting
- Explore recreational walking paths and sports fields at Parc des Familles just south on Ames Boulevard
- Pick up authentic West Bank seafood boils and po'boys along nearby commercial arteries
Local favorites
- Mo's Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)Longtime West Bank institution famous for giant loaded pizzas, muffulettas, and hearty Italian classics.
- Perino's Boiling Pot · Seafood Restaurant · 4.4★ (1280)Casual neighborhood staple serving spicy boiled crawfish, shrimp, crabs, and classic Louisiana sides.
- Tan Dinh · Vietnamese Restaurant · 4.6★ (920)Celebrated nearby dining spot serving authentic pho, lemongrass wings, and traditional Vietnamese dishes.
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Common questions about Lincolnshire (Marrero)
Is Lincolnshire (Marrero) safe to walk at night?
Take care after dark: stick to lit main streets or take a ride.
Is Lincolnshire (Marrero) a good place to live?
On safety, Lincolnshire (Marrero) scores 60/100 — below average, so visit at different times of day before deciding to move.
How walkable is Lincolnshire (Marrero)?
Walk score 28/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Lincolnshire (Marrero) are safer?
Estelle (71), Westwood Crossing (70), Ames Boulevard (62) score higher nearby.
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