Is North Broward Highlands safe?
Deerfield Beach, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates North Broward Highlands as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on North Broward Highlands
“Go. North Broward Highlands is a quiet, predominantly residential suburban community in western Deerfield Beach. While there are few traditional tourist attractions within the neighborhood itself, it is generally safe during the day and early evening with standard suburban situational awareness.”
About the area
North Broward Highlands consists primarily of mid-century single-family homes, quiet residential streets, and nearby commercial plazas. It offers easy vehicular access to major thoroughfares like I-95 and nearby parks like Quiet Waters Park.
- Suburban
- Quiet
- Residential
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in North Broward Highlands
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 51/100
Dedicated municipal bike lanes exist on select arterial roads, and the neighborhood connects easily to the multi-use paths inside Quiet Waters Park, though citywide bike-share kiosks are not present.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Primarily owner-occupied residential streets with low violent crime rates
- Close proximity to regional recreation including Quiet Waters Park
- Quick vehicular access to I-95, Hillsboro Boulevard, and Sawgrass Expressway corridors
- Stable suburban neighborhood with minimal commercial congestion
Cons
- Higher risk of opportunistic property crimes like vehicle burglaries along residential streets
- Suburban auto-centric design with limited pedestrian infrastructure and street lighting on some blocks
- Commercial borders along major avenues experience occasional petty theft and loitering
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the interior residential blocks, though occasional unhoused individuals may be seen near bus stops and commercial plazas along Hillsboro Boulevard.
What North Broward Highlands is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents walking dogs and commuting, feeling very safe.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet suburban environment with minimal through traffic, safe for walking around residential roads.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm as families settle in; well-lit main streets feel safe, though side streets can be somewhat dark.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet with almost no foot traffic; stick to vehicle travel and ensure cars are locked.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) operates local bus routes along Hillsboro Boulevard (Route 48) and Powerline Road (Route 14), with the Deerfield Beach Tri-Rail station located roughly two miles to the east.
Residential street parking is readily available for visitors, and surrounding commercial plazas offer ample free surface parking lots.
Things to do in North Broward Highlands
- Explore the splash park, cable waterskiing, and mountain bike trails at adjacent Quiet Waters Park
- Visit Constitution Park and the Deerfield Beach Arboretum nearby for quiet walking trails and exotic tree collections
- Spend an afternoon browsing local shops and eateries along nearby Hillsboro Boulevard
Local favorites
- Charm City Burger Company · Hamburger Restaurant · 4.6★ (2950)Popular local counter-serve joint serving gourmet burgers, decadent shakes, and seasoned fries.
- Piccolo Ristorante · Italian Restaurant · 4.7★ (840)Intimate bistro offering classic Italian pasta dishes, fresh seafood, and a curated wine list.
- The Sticky Bun · Bakery / Cafe · 4.7★ (920)Cozy breakfast spot famous for freshly baked gourmet cinnamon buns, sandwiches, and coffee.
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.