Is North Carol City safe?
Miami Gardens, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates North Carol City as “Caution”.
Gogo's take on North Carol City
“Go with care. North Carol City is predominantly a quiet, working-class residential area, but visitors should remain vigilant regarding property crime and occasional localized violence. Sticking to primary daytime commercial destinations or event-day stadium visits is recommended.”
Miami Gardens police continue utilizing targeted camera systems and ShotSpotter technology across local commercial thoroughfares to mitigate sporadic firearm-related incidents.
About the area
North Carol City is a residential neighborhood in northern Miami Gardens characterized by mid-century single-family ranch homes and strong community ties. It sits just west of Hard Rock Stadium and features notable Caribbean, Bahamian, and soul food culinary spots along its main arterials.
- Residential
- Working-Class
- Car-Dependent
- Cultural Enclave
Walking and biking in North Carol City
Walk score: 46/100 · Bike score: 48/100
There is no municipal bike-share system in the area, and cycling is mostly limited to neighborhood side streets due to high vehicular speeds and sparse bike lanes on primary thoroughfares.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- High rate of established homeownership providing neighborhood stability
- Close proximity to major sporting events and concerts at Hard Rock Stadium
- Rich local selection of authentic Caribbean, Haitian, and Southern soul food
Cons
- Property crime and vehicle theft rates sit above state and national medians
- Sporadic violent crime reported around commercial corridors and gas stations after dark
- High-speed arterial thoroughfares create pedestrian safety challenges
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in interior residential neighborhoods, though occasional unhoused individuals may be seen near bus stops and shopping plazas along NW 27th Avenue and NW 183rd Street.
What North Carol City is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and typical of a suburban neighborhood as residents commute to work and school.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Moderate traffic along commercial boulevards with low activity on interior residential blocks.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Streets clear out quickly after dark; dining plazas remain active but vigilance is advised.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Walking alone is not advised due to increased risk of property crime and isolated incidents.
Transit, parking and getting around
Miami-Dade Transit serves the area via Metrobus routes including Route 27 and Route 183, which connect passengers to the Metrorail system at Palmetto Station or the Golden Glades Multimodal Transportation Facility several miles away.
Parking is readily available and free across commercial plaza surface lots, and residential streets allow standard curbside parking.
Things to do in North Carol City
- Attend a football game, major concert, or tennis tournament at nearby Hard Rock Stadium.
- Sample traditional Jamaican and Bahamian takeout along NW 27th Avenue.
- Utilize the outdoor basketball courts, athletic fields, and community facilities at Carol City Park.
Local favorites
- Lorna's Caribbean & American Grille · Caribbean Restaurant · 4.3★ (1250)Vibrant neighborhood destination known for authentic Jamaican jerk chicken, oxtail, and curried goat.
- Sunday's Eatery · Soul Food Restaurant · 4.4★ (1600)Celebrity-backed comfort food establishment serving fried seafood, wings, and classic Southern sides.
- King Palace Chinese Restaurant · Chinese Restaurant · 4.2★ (780)Longstanding local staple offering authentic Hong Kong-style barbecue and traditional Cantonese 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.