Is Longwood Village safe?
Shreveport, Louisiana · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Longwood Village as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Longwood Village
“Go. Longwood Village is a calm, low-density residential community situated on the western periphery of Shreveport that is generally safe and peaceful. Violent crime is rare in this enclave compared to central Shreveport, though standard precautions regarding vehicle security are recommended.”
About the area
Longwood Village is a quiet, car-dependent residential neighborhood characterized by mid-sized single-family homes, mature trees, and spacious lots. It offers a relaxed semi-rural to suburban pace removed from the urban density and higher crime rates of the Shreveport city center.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Oriented
- Spacious Lots
Walking and biking in Longwood Village
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 22/100
There are no bike-share stations, dedicated bike lanes, or direct connections to regional greenways; cycling is confined to low-speed neighborhood streets.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates than Shreveport's citywide average
- High rate of homeownership and well-maintained single-family residential properties
- Low vehicular traffic and quiet neighborhood atmosphere
Cons
- Isolated and strictly car-dependent with no walkable commercial core
- Occasional isolated property crimes such as opportunistic vehicle break-ins
- Limited municipal infrastructure, including sparse sidewalks and street lighting
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Longwood Village, as shelters, services, and encampments are concentrated miles to the east in central Shreveport.
What Longwood Village is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with light morning commuter traffic and occasional residents walking dogs along residential lanes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and secure, though largely residential with little foot traffic throughout the day.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and relaxed as residents return home, though reduced street lighting requires attentiveness on side roads.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and dark with minimal activity, presenting low violent risk but requiring typical vehicle locking precautions.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is virtually nonexistent in this outer pocket, with SporTran bus routes terminating well east of the neighborhood; personal vehicles or rideshares are required.
Parking is completely hassle-free, with private multi-car driveways and free, unrestricted curb parking on residential streets.
Things to do in Longwood Village
- Visit the historic Longwood General Store nearby for Southern hospitality, heritage exhibits, and classic burgers
- Explore the forested hiking trails and wildlife exhibits at the nearby Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park
- Spend a relaxing afternoon fishing or boating at nearby Caddo Lake and Cross Lake access points
Local favorites
- Longwood General Store · Southern Restaurant & General Store · 4.6★ (485)Historic country outpost renowned for substantial burgers, crawfish boils, and rustic memorabilia.
- Trejo's Mexican Restaurant · Mexican Restaurant · 4.3★ (760)Long-running local favorite serving classic Tex-Mex combination plates and margaritas.
- Crawfish Palace · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (310)Popular seasonal Cajun spot known for spicy boiled crawfish, shrimp, and fixings.
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Common questions about Longwood Village
Is Longwood Village safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Longwood Village a good place to live?
On safety, Longwood Village scores 74/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Longwood Village?
Walk score 12/100 and bike score 22/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Longwood Village are safer?
Longwood Village scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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