Is North Andrews Gardens safe?
Oakland Park, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates North Andrews Gardens as “Go”.
Gogo's take on North Andrews Gardens
“Go. North Andrews Gardens is an established, predominantly middle-class suburban enclave that is peaceful and safe for visitors. Violent crime is rare in the neighborhood interior, though standard precautions against opportunistic vehicle burglary should still be taken along outer perimeter streets.”
About the area
North Andrews Gardens is a spacious residential neighborhood in northern Oakland Park, characterized by mid-century single-family homes, modest yards, and quiet streets. It offers a laid-back suburban lifestyle with direct proximity to Fort Lauderdale's beaches, dining hubs, and major transit arteries.
- Suburban Residential
- Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in North Andrews Gardens
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 54/100
The neighborhood has flat terrain suitable for casual cycling, but dedicated bike lanes are mostly absent on interior residential roads, and municipal bike-share stations are not currently deployed here.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low rates of violent crime across the residential interior streets.
- High level of homeownership and residential stability.
- Convenient access to major commuter thoroughfares including I-95 and Cypress Creek Road.
Cons
- Occasional property crimes and vehicle break-ins along busy perimeter corridors.
- Inconsistent street lighting and lack of continuous sidewalks on some residential blocks.
- Spillover commercial traffic on edge corridors like Dixie Highway and Andrews Avenue.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the residential center of North Andrews Gardens, though individuals may occasionally be seen near major bus stops and retail strip centers along Dixie Highway and Commercial Boulevard.
What North Andrews Gardens is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and safe, with residents walking dogs and commuting along light-traffic neighborhood streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- A standard suburban atmosphere with minimal foot traffic and safe conditions for walking.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and residential, though reduced visibility from sparse streetlights requires awareness.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Generally peaceful and low-activity; walking along unlit residential streets or busy boundary roads alone is not recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) operates local bus routes along peripheral corridors including Routes 14, 50, and 62. The Cypress Creek Tri-Rail commuter rail station is located roughly 1.5 miles northwest, offering regional connections between West Palm Beach and Miami.
Parking is exceptionally straightforward with abundant free private driveways and ample street parking on residential blocks, as well as complimentary surface lots at local businesses.
Things to do in North Andrews Gardens
- Relax or play sports at the North Andrews Gardens Community Center and adjacent park.
- Explore the local dining and craft beverage options along nearby Dixie Highway.
- Take a short drive to the nearby beaches in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea and Fort Lauderdale.
Local favorites
- Catfish Dewey's · Seafood Restaurant · 4.3★ (2650)Long-running neighborhood staple known for all-you-can-eat catfish, ribs, and Florida seafood favorites.
- Bulegreen Cafe Yard · Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant · 4.8★ (1420)Charming nearby cafe offering artisan coffee, fresh scratch-made breakfast items, and a cozy patio.
- Taqueria Doña Raquel · Mexican Restaurant · 4.5★ (1100)Authentic, casual eatery serving traditional Mexican street tacos, sopes, and hearty platters.
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.
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