Is North Browardale safe?
Lauderhill, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates North Browardale as “Caution”.
Gogo's take on North Browardale
“Go with care. North Browardale is primarily a quiet, working-class residential pocket, but its proximity to busy commercial corridors in Lauderhill brings elevated rates of property crime and occasional violent incidents. Visitors visiting friends or stopping for local dining will generally be fine during the day, but situational awareness is advised at night.”
Lauderhill police have maintained targeted patrols and surveillance initiatives along neighboring commercial corridors to curb vehicle thefts and episodic street violence.
About the area
North Browardale is an established suburban neighborhood in Lauderhill composed of mid-century single-family homes and small apartment clusters. The surrounding area is well known for its rich Caribbean cultural heritage and diverse local dining options. It functions largely as a working-class residential enclave with convenient highway access across Broward County.
- Suburban
- Residential
- Culturally Diverse
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in North Browardale
Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 46/100
Dedicated on-street cycling infrastructure is sparse within the neighborhood, and there is no public bike-share program, though nearby regional parks provide paved recreational multi-use paths.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Predominantly quiet, low-traffic residential interior streets
- Exceptional access to authentic Caribbean, Jamaican, and Trinidadian dining
- Convenient driving access to Florida's Turnpike and regional transit corridors
- Close proximity to Central Broward Regional Park & Stadium amenities
Cons
- Property crime and vehicle burglary rates trend higher than the national average
- Portions of local housing stock and infrastructure show signs of age and deferred maintenance
- Poor pedestrian infrastructure along high-speed perimeter roads
- Higher local poverty rates compared to northern and western Broward County suburbs
Homelessness: Homelessness is rarely visible on interior residential blocks, but individuals experiencing homelessness or panhandling are occasionally seen near major intersections, bus stops, and plazas along State Road 7.
What North Browardale is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and typical of a working suburb, with residents commuting and safe conditions for walking dogs or exercising.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Active with normal neighborhood routines and bustling plaza parking lots, generally feeling safe and low-stress.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet settles over residential side streets, though caution is advisable when visiting commercial plazas along main roads.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Streets are dark and deserted; walking alone is not recommended due to sporadic crime and low natural surveillance.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) operates local bus routes including Routes 18, 40, and 81 along surrounding arterials. The Fort Lauderdale Tri-Rail and Brightline stations are located roughly 4 to 5 miles east.
Parking is straightforward, with abundant free surface parking in commercial plazas and easy, unrestricted curbside parking along residential streets.
Things to do in North Browardale
- Attend international cricket matches or festivals at nearby Central Broward Regional Park & Stadium
- Explore authentic West Indian bakeries and specialty markets along State Road 7
- Enjoy casual recreation, basketball courts, and open green space at local neighborhood parks like Wolk Park
Local favorites
- Dutch Pot Jamaican Restaurant · Jamaican Restaurant · 4.1★ (1950)Popular local staple serving generous portions of jerk chicken, oxtail, and classic Caribbean sides.
- Joy's Roti Delight · Trinidadian Restaurant · 4.2★ (1340)Long-standing counter-serve spot renowned for authentic Trinidadian roti, curry goat, and doubles.
- Donna's Caribbean Restaurant · Caribbean Restaurant · 4.1★ (820)Casual neighborhood eatery serving traditional Caribbean breakfasts, stewed meats, and seafood dishes.
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.