Is Northeast Tamarac safe?
Tamarac, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Northeast Tamarac as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Northeast Tamarac
“Go. Northeast Tamarac is a stable, quiet suburban enclave that is safe for visitors, provided you stick to standard residential awareness.”
Local law enforcement continues routine patrols targeting opportunistic vehicle burglaries along the commercial strips near State Road 7 and Commercial Boulevard.
About the area
Northeast Tamarac is an established suburban district defined by mid-century single-family homes, mature 55+ subdivisions, and strip retail centers along its eastern and southern boundaries. While car-dependent and largely residential, it provides a peaceful home base with quick access to the broader Fort Lauderdale metro area.
- Suburban
- Quiet Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Northeast Tamarac
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 46/100
Bike facilities are minimal and consist largely of painted road shoulders on major roads; recreational riding is best confined to local residential loops and interior park trails.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are low compared to national averages and regional urban centers.
- Well-maintained, stable owner-occupied housing stock with active neighborhood watches.
- Quick vehicular access to Florida's Turnpike, Commercial Boulevard, and adjacent suburban parks.
Cons
- Property crimes, such as vehicle break-ins, occur periodically in open retail parking lots.
- High-speed arterial corridors present safety risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
- Limited walkability requires a car for virtually all dining, shopping, and entertainment.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is low within the interior neighborhoods, with occasional individuals noticed near bus stops and commercial plazas along the State Road 7 corridor.
What Northeast Tamarac is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and calm, with retirees and residents walking dogs along subdivision sidewalks as light commuter traffic picks up.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Active around local shopping plazas and main roads with steady traffic and minimal safety concerns.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet throughout residential streets, though standard awareness is advised in commercial parking plazas after dark.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Subdivisions are dark and largely deserted with very little foot traffic; exercise normal caution along transit stops on SR 7.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) operates local bus routes through the area, notably Route 55 along Commercial Boulevard and Route 18 on State Road 7. The nearest rail link is the Cypress Creek Tri-Rail station, approximately 5 miles east.
Parking is abundant and free in strip malls and civic facilities, while residential parking is primarily restricted to private driveways and HOA-regulated spaces.
Things to do in Northeast Tamarac
- Enjoy the walking trail, nature boardwalk, and splash pad at Caporella Park.
- Play sports or attend community events at the expansive Tamarac Sports Complex.
- Sample diverse authentic Caribbean, Latin, and Asian dining along Commercial Boulevard.
Local favorites
- Tamarac Diner · Diner · 4.4★ (1350)Classic retro-style diner serving hearty all-day breakfast staples, sandwiches, and comfort food.
- Hong Kong City BBQ · Chinese Restaurant · 4.4★ (1120)Acclaimed local spot known for traditional Cantonese roast duck, char siu pork, and authentic dim sum.
- At's A Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.6★ (680)Long-running neighborhood pizzeria serving New York-style thin crust pies, calzones, and garlic rolls.
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.