Is North Palm Springs North safe?
Palm Springs North, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates North Palm Springs North as “Go”.
Gogo's take on North Palm Springs North
“Go. North Palm Springs North is a tranquil, established suburban enclave in northwest Miami-Dade County that is very safe for visitors and residents alike. Violent crime is rare, and the neighborhood is characterized by stable family-oriented residential streets. Standard situational awareness is sufficient, primarily regarding locking parked vehicles.”
About the area
North Palm Springs North is a predominantly residential, unincorporated suburban community bordering Broward County and Miramar. It features single-family homes, quiet cul-de-sacs, and multiple small residential lakes. Visitors will find a slow-paced, car-centric neighborhood with neighborhood parks and nearby shopping centers along NW 186th Street.
- Quiet Suburb
- Family-Friendly
- Lakeside Living
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in North Palm Springs North
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There are no municipal bike-share docks in the area; while residential side streets are safe for leisurely cycling, dedicated bike lanes along major thoroughfares are limited.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to the broader Miami-Dade metro average
- High rate of owner-occupied homes and median household incomes well above county medians
- Well-maintained suburban infrastructure with quiet residential streets and minimal through-traffic
Cons
- High car dependency requiring a vehicle for almost all errands and transit
- Occasional opportunistic property offenses like unlocked vehicle burglaries
- Very limited commercial amenities or nightlife directly within the residential core
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within the interior residential streets, with only rare panhandling observed at major commercial intersections along NW 186th Street.
What North Palm Springs North is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with locals jogging, walking dogs, and commuting via main arterial avenues.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and residential with light local traffic and kids playing in neighborhood parks and yards.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet as residents return home; streets remain safe for evening walks with standard visibility awareness.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low activity and quiet streets; while safe from violent crime, lighting can be sparse on interior blocks.
Transit, parking and getting around
Miami-Dade Transit serves the area primarily via bus Route 75 and Route 183 along main perimeter roads like NW 186th Street (Miami Gardens Drive); there is no direct rail station within walking distance.
Parking is exceptionally easy, with plentiful free residential driveway space, open neighborhood street parking, and large free surface lots at local shopping plazas.
Things to do in North Palm Springs North
- Enjoy outdoor sports and walking paths at the Palm Springs North Athletic Club and community fields.
- Visit neighboring Norman and Jean Reach Park for tennis courts, a swimming pool, and open green space.
- Sample authentic Cuban and Latin American cuisine at local strip centers along Miami Gardens Drive.
Local favorites
- Casavana Cuban Cuisine · Cuban Restaurant · 4.3★ (2150)A popular, spacious local spot serving classic Cuban favorites, cafe con leche, and warm pastries.
- Miyako Japanese Restaurant · Japanese Restaurant · 4.4★ (580)Neighborhood standby offering traditional sushi rolls, bento boxes, and cooked Japanese entrees.
- El Rincon Montanero · Colombian Restaurant · 4.2★ (420)Casual Colombian eatery known for hearty bandeja paisa, empanadas, and fresh natural fruit juices.
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.