Is North Davie safe?
Davie, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates North Davie as “Go”.
Gogo's take on North Davie
“Go. North Davie is a safe, stable suburban community with low violent crime rates and quiet residential streets. Visitors will find comfortable accommodations, convenient highway connections, and peaceful parks with minimal safety concerns.”
About the area
North Davie is a well-established suburban section of Broward County characterized by tree-shaded residential subdivisions, canals, and convenient commercial corridors along SR 84. It borders the academic hub of Nova Southeastern University and Plantation, offering a calm, family-oriented atmosphere.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet Residential
Walking and biking in North Davie
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 48/100
There is no municipal bike-share system; recreational cycling is pleasant within quiet neighborhood streets and trails at Pine Island Ridge, though arterial roadways lack protected bike lanes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are notably lower than Broward County and national metropolitan averages
- High household income levels and strong rates of residential homeownership
- Immediate access to I-595, Florida's Turnpike, and expansive county natural areas
Cons
- Auto-centric layout with high-speed traffic hazards along SR 84 and University Drive
- Occasional property crimes such as opportunistic vehicle break-ins in commercial parking plazas
- Lacks dense pedestrian infrastructure or walkable mixed-use town centers
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a major presence in North Davie, with only occasional individuals seen near high-traffic intersections along SR 84 and University Drive.
What North Davie is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with residents walking dogs and light neighborhood traffic heading toward commute corridors.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy commercial plazas and quiet residential streets that feel comfortable and completely safe.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued suburban atmosphere with steady restaurant patronage and very low safety risks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet and secure in residential pockets, though basic awareness is warranted in 24-hour retail parking lots.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) provides bus service along primary arterials like University Drive (Route 2) and SR 84 (Route 9), but rail connections require a 15-minute drive east to the Fort Lauderdale Tri-Rail / Brightline stations.
Parking is abundant and free in private driveways, residential guest bays, and sprawling strip-mall surface lots, with virtually no paid or metered street parking.
Things to do in North Davie
- Hike through shaded ancient oak canopies and birdwatch at Pine Island Ridge Natural Area
- Enjoy golf, tennis, or clubhouse dining at Pine Island Ridge Country Club
- Browse local specialty shops and sample diverse casual dining options along University Drive
Local favorites
- Flashback Diner · Diner · 4.3★ (4250)Retro-style South Florida 24/7 institution serving hearty breakfasts, milkshakes, and comfort food classics.
- Vienna Wine Bar · European Restaurant · 4.6★ (560)Cozy, upscale dining spot offering European-inspired entrees and an extensive international wine list.
- Scruby's BBQ · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.4★ (1820)Longtime local staple serving slow-smoked ribs, pulled pork, and homemade garlic bread in a relaxed setting.
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.