Is Live Oak Manor safe?
Waggaman, Louisiana · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Live Oak Manor as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Live Oak Manor
“Go with care. Live Oak Manor is a quiet, working-class residential pocket in Waggaman that poses minimal danger to everyday visitors, though it offers little in terms of traditional tourist amenities. Exercise standard precautions typical for unincorporated outer-suburban areas, especially after dark.”
About the area
Live Oak Manor is a modest, car-dependent residential community situated along the West Bank of the Mississippi River in Jefferson Parish. The area consists mostly of single-family ranch-style homes, local corner spots, and proximity to the industrial river corridor and levee recreation. Visitors are generally passing through for neighborhood visits or access to nearby outdoor levee trails and parks.
- Suburban
- Quiet / Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Working-Class
Walking and biking in Live Oak Manor
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There are no dedicated municipal bike-share stations, but cyclists can access the paved Mississippi River Trail atop the levee for uninterrupted riding along River Road.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Predominantly quiet, low-density residential streets with tight-knit local families
- Direct proximity to the Mississippi River Trail along the levee for recreation
- Substantially lower violent crime frequency compared to central New Orleans neighborhoods
- High rate of homeownership providing community residential stability
Cons
- Higher property crime risk including vehicle burglaries along residential streets
- Pockets of lower household income and aging infrastructure with limited street lighting
- Virtually no commercial amenities within comfortable walking distance
- Proximity to industrial freight corridors and heavy plant traffic on main arteries
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within the residential streets of Live Oak Manor, with almost no encampments or panhandling present.
What Live Oak Manor is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and calm as residents commute and school buses circulate along residential avenues.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and generally safe with occasional local vehicle traffic and maintenance crews.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Settles into a low-key atmosphere, though poor sidewalk lighting on side streets requires caution if walking.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and isolated; walking late at night is not recommended due to lack of visibility and sporadic vehicle break-ins.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is very limited and operated by Jefferson Transit (JeT), with sparse bus service along River Road (Route W-1 Avondale/Waggaman); there is no rail or BRT service, making a personal vehicle essential.
Parking is completely free and easy, consisting primarily of private driveways and ample unmetered curbside residential parking.
Things to do in Live Oak Manor
- Walk or bike atop the Mississippi River Levee Trail for expansive river views
- Spend an afternoon enjoying athletic fields and playground facilities at Thomas Jefferson Park
- Take a short drive to nearby Bayou Segnette State Park for boating, fishing, and nature trails
Local favorites
- Waggaman Playground Snack Shack · Snack Bar / Community Center · 4.4★ (48)A casual local hub serving classic game-day snacks and refreshments for community sports.
- B & C Seafood Market & Cajun Restaurant · Cajun Restaurant · 4.5★ (1250)A beloved regional stop nearby serving authentic boiled crawfish, po'boys, and seafood platters.
- River Road Express · Convenience Store / Deli · 4.1★ (32)Convenient neighborhood market offering quick staples, cold drinks, and hot prepared counter food.
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Common questions about Live Oak Manor
Is Live Oak Manor safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Live Oak Manor a good place to live?
On safety, Live Oak Manor scores 68/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Live Oak Manor?
Walk score 18/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Live Oak Manor are safer?
River Ridge (LA) (85), Sauve Road (84), Harahan (84) score higher nearby.
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