Is Miramar safe?
Jacksonville, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Miramar as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Miramar
“Go. Miramar is one of Jacksonville's safest, most tranquil historic residential neighborhoods, offering scenic tree-shaded streets and easy access to the river. Visitors can explore local eateries and residential architecture with very little concern for violent crime, though standard precautions against vehicle theft are always wise.”
About the area
Located just south of historic San Marco along the St. Johns River, Miramar is an established, affluent residential community characterized by mature oak canopies, mid-century riverfront homes, and quiet lanes. It provides a peaceful neighborhood setting with immediate proximity to Southside dining corridors and downtown Jacksonville.
- Quiet Residential
- Tree-Lined
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Miramar
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 48/100
There is no local municipal bike-share system; while interior residential streets are quiet and pleasant for cycling, major thoroughfares lack dedicated bike lanes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than the broader Jacksonville metropolitan average
- High homeownership rate and stable, well-maintained housing stock create an invested, vigilant community
- Substantial household incomes well above the city median, with minimal local poverty
- Close proximity to San Marco's dining and cultural amenities while maintaining suburban-style quiet
Cons
- Opportunistic property crime like unlocked vehicle burglary occurs occasionally along residential driveways
- Heavier traffic flow along boundary arteries like San Jose Boulevard and Hendricks Avenue can pose pedestrian hazards
- Limited commercial nightlife within the neighborhood boundaries itself, requiring travel to neighboring districts
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in Miramar's residential core, with only rare panhandling seen along major commercial intersections on San Jose Boulevard.
What Miramar is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, joggers, and commuters navigating tree-lined residential avenues with high safety.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet throughout residential pockets, with modest commercial activity along Hendricks Avenue.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Very relaxed atmosphere where families and residents walk the streets, feeling safe and well-settled.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and dark with minimal pedestrian traffic; interior streets remain safe, though standard late-night awareness is advisable.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transportation is operated by the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA), primarily via Route 17 along San Jose Boulevard and Hendricks Avenue. There is no passenger rail or BRT station nearby, making transit options limited.
Street parking is generally free and accessible on residential roads, while commercial strip centers along Hendricks Avenue offer ample, free surface parking lots.
Things to do in Miramar
- Stroll the picturesque, oak-canopied residential streets leading down toward the St. Johns River shoreline
- Dine at classic local eateries and bakeries along the Hendricks Avenue and San Jose Boulevard corridors
- Take a short five-minute drive north to explore the historic boutique shopping and dining around San Marco Square
Local favorites
- Metro Diner · Diner · 4.6★ (2850)Historic diner location serving generous portions of classic American breakfast and comfort-food favorites.
- Hightide Burrito Co. · Mexican Restaurant · 4.5★ (820)Casual neighborhood staple turning out handcrafted burritos, tacos, and fresh coastal salsas.
- The Loop Restaurant · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (740)Longstanding local counter-service eatery famous for specialty burgers, hand-dipped shakes, and thin-crust pizza.
Scores are safety-driven — recent reported crime and local news plus Census income, poverty, housing, education, household and access data — refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately and do not affect the safety score. A guide, not a guarantee — conditions change street to street.