Is Northeast Kendale Lakes safe?
Kendale Lakes, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Northeast Kendale Lakes as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Northeast Kendale Lakes
“Go. Northeast Kendale Lakes is a safe, stable suburban community in western Miami-Dade defined by quiet residential subdivisions and convenient strip plazas. Visitors have little reason for safety concern beyond standard precautions against opportunistic property theft in commercial parking lots.”
About the area
Northeast Kendale Lakes is an established, predominantly residential suburban enclave situated between Kendall Drive and Sunset Drive. The area features tree-lined subdivisions, canal waterways, and neighborhood shopping centers offering diverse Latin American dining options.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Northeast Kendale Lakes
Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 44/100
There is no municipal bike-share program in this suburban district, and dedicated bike lanes are scarce on main thoroughfares, keeping cycling largely confined to quiet interior residential streets.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than the broader Miami-Dade County average.
- High rates of homeownership and well-maintained residential subdivisions.
- Strong middle-class economic stability with low local poverty levels.
- Abundant everyday conveniences, neighborhood parks, and strip plaza dining options.
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes, including vehicle break-ins in retail parking lots.
- Suburban, car-dependent layout with fast-moving traffic along arterial roads.
- Heavy commuter traffic congestion during peak weekday rush hours.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in Northeast Kendale Lakes, with only occasional individuals spotted near major intersections or transit stops along Kendall Drive.
What Northeast Kendale Lakes is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with joggers, dog walkers, and commuters heading out along local avenues.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm suburban activity with steady commercial traffic around local strip plazas and school zones.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Relaxed and safe as families patronize local plazas and dine out at neighborhood restaurants.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet with minimal street activity, remaining generally safe though interior residential roads can be dimly lit.
Transit, parking and getting around
Miami-Dade Transit (DTPW) operates Metrobus routes such as Route 88 (Kendall Cruiser) and Route 72 along perimeter corridors, connecting riders eastward to the Dadeland North Metrorail Station located about 5 miles away.
Parking is readily available and free throughout the area, with large surface lots in shopping centers and ample street or driveway space in residential subdivisions.
Things to do in Northeast Kendale Lakes
- Play a round of golf or practice on the driving range at the nearby Miccosukee Golf & Country Club.
- Enjoy community walking paths, sports courts, and green spaces at Kendale Lakes Park.
- Sample authentic Cuban coffee, pastries, and Latin comfort food along Kendall Drive commercial plazas.
Local favorites
- El Rinconcito Latino · Cuban Restaurant · 4.4★ (3820)Lively local favorite serving hearty traditional Cuban fare, fresh juices, and classic ventanita coffee.
- Capriccio Pizza & Bakery · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (980)Longstanding neighborhood eatery offering stone-baked pizzas, hot subs, and Italian pastries.
- Canton Chinese Restaurant · Chinese Restaurant · 4.3★ (1150)Established Kendall staple known for classic Cantonese-style dishes and generous family-style portions.
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.