Is North Anona safe?
Largo, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates North Anona as “Go”.
Gogo's take on North Anona
“Go. North Anona is a quiet, settled suburban community in Largo that is very safe for visitors. Violent crime is rare, making it an easy and secure base for exploring nearby Gulf beaches or Pinellas County parks. Standard awareness regarding vehicle security is all that is necessary.”
About the area
North Anona is an established, predominantly residential neighborhood in western Largo characterized by single-family ranch homes, mature oak trees, and proximity to the Intracoastal Waterway. It offers a laid-back suburban atmosphere just minutes from Indian Rocks Beach and Belleair Bluffs.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in North Anona
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 52/100
While dedicated bike lanes within the neighborhood are scarce, the quiet residential side streets connect conveniently to the paved multi-use Pinellas Trail just east of the area. No municipal bike-share system is stationed directly in the neighborhood.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to national and metro averages
- Stable residential neighborhood with high homeownership rates and well-maintained properties
- Close proximity to the Pinellas Trail and Intracoastal parks
Cons
- Car-dependent with minimal commercial amenities within direct walking distance
- Occasional opportunistic property offenses like unlocked vehicle break-ins
- Limited street lighting along some interior residential corridors
Homelessness: Homelessness is not a notable presence within North Anona's interior residential streets, though occasional unhoused individuals may be seen near major bus stops along Walsingham Road and Missouri Avenue.
What North Anona is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and pleasant with residents walking dogs and jogging along quiet residential roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and low-traffic throughout the neighborhood with clear visibility and high safety.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet suburban atmosphere where evening strolls feel safe and unhurried.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low activity and generally safe, though streets are dim and require standard awareness.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA), with Route 68 and Route 61 running along nearby arterial roads like Indian Rocks Road and Walsingham Road. Service is infrequent, making a personal vehicle or rideshare the primary travel method.
Parking is abundant and free throughout North Anona, largely consisting of private residential driveways and free surface lots at neighboring shopping plazas.
Things to do in North Anona
- Stroll or picnic along the waterfront at nearby Walsingham Park or George C. McGough Nature Park
- Cycle on the nearby Pinellas Trail running north to south through the county
- Take a short five-minute drive across the causeway to Indian Rocks Beach
Local favorites
- E&E Stakeout Grill · American Restaurant · 4.6★ (1820)Upscale neighborhood staple offering prime steaks, fresh seafood, and an extensive wine list just north of the area.
- Maggie Mae's on the Bluffs · Breakfast & Brunch · 4.7★ (1250)Beloved local diner serving hearty comfort breakfast fare and sandwiches in a welcoming setting.
- Belleair Market · Gourmet Deli · 4.8★ (560)Popular neighborhood deli known for craft sandwiches, breakfast wraps, and specialty grocery goods.
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.