Is Northwest Danwood safe?
Florence, South Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Northwest Danwood as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Northwest Danwood
“Go. Northwest Danwood is a quiet, low-density residential pocket in western Florence that offers a very safe and calm environment for visitors. While there is little commercial entertainment within the neighborhood proper, it presents minimal crime risk and standard suburban safety.”
About the area
Northwest Danwood is a peaceful suburban residential area situated on the northwestern edge of Florence near Ebenezer. It is characterized by established single-family homes, tree-lined streets, and large lots. Visitors will find a tranquil, car-oriented setting with convenient driving access to shopping corridors along Ebenezer and Hoffman roads.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
- Residential
Walking and biking in Northwest Danwood
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 26/100
There are no bike-share programs or dedicated bike lanes in Northwest Danwood, though neighborhood side streets have low traffic suitable for confident neighborhood cyclists.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to central Florence
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes fostering a stable community
- Quiet, low-traffic neighborhood roads suitable for daytime jogging or strolls
- Convenient driving access to West Florence commercial amenities and medical centers
Cons
- Virtually no commercial or dining options within immediate walking distance
- Limited street lighting and lack of continuous sidewalks on residential streets
- Complete dependence on personal vehicles for transportation and errands
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in this residential area; services and unhoused individuals are concentrated closer to downtown Florence and major commercial arterial corridors.
What Northwest Danwood is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with residents walking dogs and standard morning school and work departures.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and safe with low traffic volume and occasional delivery or service vehicles.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential; walking is safe though streets are dark due to limited municipal lighting.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet with minimal vehicle movement and virtually no foot traffic; safety risks remain very low.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by Pee Dee Regional Transportation Authority (PDRTA), though fixed-route bus service does not directly penetrate Northwest Danwood, requiring a car or on-demand transit to reach routes along major Florence thoroughfares.
Parking is exceptionally easy and free, with ample space on private residential driveways and unrestricted on-street parking along quiet neighborhood lanes.
Things to do in Northwest Danwood
- Take a quiet morning jog or walk through the shaded residential subdivisions
- Visit nearby Ebenezer Park for open green space and outdoor recreation
- Explore shopping and casual dining hubs along nearby West Palmetto Street and Ebenezer Road
Local favorites
- Tubb's Shrimp & Fish Co. · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (1650)Popular nearby eatery serving fried seafood platters, po'boys, and Southern coastal favorites.
- King Jefe · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (1120)Vibrant nearby taco spot known for creative street tacos and craft cocktails.
- Victors · Fine Dining Restaurant · 4.5★ (980)Upscale Florence staple offering steaks, seafood, and refined American fare a short drive away.
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.