Is Northwest Pinewood Park safe?
Pinewood, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Northwest Pinewood Park as “Caution”.
Gogo's take on Northwest Pinewood Park
“Go with care. Northwest Pinewood Park is primarily a residential working-class enclave with limited visitor attractions and occasional property crime. Visitors should remain mindful of their surroundings, particularly near busy thoroughfares after dark, and take standard urban precautions with vehicles.”
Local law enforcement in northern Miami-Dade continues routine targeted patrols along commercial corridors to address vehicle thefts and commercial property crime.
About the area
Northwest Pinewood Park is an urban residential neighborhood situated in the unincorporated Pinewood area of northern Miami-Dade County. Composed predominantly of mid-century single-family homes, duplexes, and small apartment complexes, it offers close proximity to North Miami and the I-95 corridor. The community is largely residential, with commercial activity concentrated along main perimeter avenues like NW 7th Avenue.
- Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Working-Class
- Suburban-Urban
Walking and biking in Northwest Pinewood Park
Walk score: 54/100 · Bike score: 51/100
Dedicated bike infrastructure is sparse with no local bike-share stations, though residential side streets offer relatively low-speed cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Convenient highway access via nearby Interstate 95 interchanges
- Quiet, low-traffic residential interior streets with established tree cover
- Close proximity to cultural hubs in neighboring Little River and North Miami
Cons
- Property crime and vehicle burglary rates are elevated compared to Florida state averages
- Higher poverty rate and lower median household income than the countywide median
- Limited pedestrian infrastructure with missing sidewalks and poor lighting on certain side streets
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the residential core, though occasional individuals experiencing homelessness or panhandling can be observed near bus stops along NW 7th Avenue.
What Northwest Pinewood Park is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and busy with residents commuting, offering a safe environment for morning walks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential activity with standard neighborhood traffic along NW 7th and NW 103rd streets.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Activity winds down quickly in residential pockets; remain aware along commercial avenues.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Streets are largely deserted and dimly lit; walking alone is not recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
Miami-Dade Transit operates bus routes serving the perimeter, notably Route 77 along NW 7th Avenue and Route 103 along NW 103rd Street. The nearest Metrorail connection is Northside Station, located roughly 2.5 miles southwest.
Free street parking is widely available in front of homes on residential streets, while local retail plazas provide dedicated, unmetered surface lots.
Things to do in Northwest Pinewood Park
- Enjoy community green space and casual recreation at nearby Soar Park
- Sample authentic Haitian and Caribbean bakeries along NW 7th Avenue
- Explore the nearby contemporary art galleries and studios in the Little River Arts District
Local favorites
- Piman Bouk Bakery · Haitian Bakery · 4.3★ (310)Popular neighborhood spot known for warm Haitian patties, fresh bread, and Caribbean pastries.
- Chef Creole Seasoned Kitchen · Seafood Restaurant · 4.2★ (1150)Celebrated local chain outpost serving spiced fried fish, conch, and traditional Creole sides.
- Fifi's Place · Caribbean Takeout · 4.4★ (125)Casual neighborhood eatery offering hearty portions of griot, legume, and rice dishes.
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.