Is Pontchartrain Shores safe?
Metairie, Louisiana · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Pontchartrain Shores as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Pontchartrain Shores
“Go. Pontchartrain Shores is a tranquil, well-established residential suburb in Jefferson Parish with very low violent crime rates. Visitors will find a peaceful setting perfect for walking along the lakefront, though commercial activities are centered along the southern commercial boundary.”
About the area
Pontchartrain Shores is a quiet, leafy suburban community situated along the southern edge of Lake Pontchartrain in Metairie. Characterized by single-family ranch homes, tidy lawns, and strong neighborhood stability, it offers scenic access to the lakefront levee path.
- Suburban / Peaceful
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Scenic Lakefront
Walking and biking in Pontchartrain Shores
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 53/100
There is no municipal bike-share system in Metairie, but the top of the levee features the paved Lake Pontchartrain Linear Park trail, which is popular for recreational cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to neighboring New Orleans proper
- High rate of homeownership and well-maintained single-family residential properties
- Direct recreational access to the Lake Pontchartrain levee trail system
- Active law enforcement patrols provided by the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
Cons
- Almost entirely car-dependent with minimal commercial amenities inside the residential core
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like vehicle burglaries if cars are left unlocked
- Susceptible to localized street flooding during severe tropical weather events
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually nonexistent within the residential core of Pontchartrain Shores. Minor, sporadic panhandling may occasionally be observed near high-traffic intersections along Veterans Memorial Boulevard.
What Pontchartrain Shores is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with local residents walking dogs, jogging along the levee, and commuting.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and safe residential environment with steady, low-speed neighborhood traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential, with pleasant strolls near the levee at sunset feeling very safe.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and quiet; streets remain safe, though vehicle locking is standard precaution.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by Jefferson Transit (JeT), primarily running the E1 Veterans bus route along Veterans Memorial Boulevard on the southern edge of the neighborhood. There is no rail or BRT transit service in this area.
Parking is abundant and universally free, with wide residential streets, private driveways, and large complimentary parking lots along retail strips.
Things to do in Pontchartrain Shores
- Walk, jog, or catch a sunset along the paved Lake Pontchartrain Levee Trail
- Picnic and enjoy the green space at Pontchartrain Shores Playground
- Shop and dine along the bustling Veterans Memorial Boulevard corridor on the southern border
Local favorites
- Drago's Seafood Restaurant · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (4650)Legendary Metairie institution famed for pioneering charbroiled oysters and authentic Louisiana seafood dishes.
- Puccino's · Coffee Shop & Cafe · 4.4★ (320)A relaxed local cafe serving specialty coffees, breakfast pastries, and hearty lunch paninis.
- Parrandero's Mexican Grill · Mexican Restaurant · 4.3★ (410)Casual neighborhood staple serving classic Mexican platters, sizzling fajitas, and margaritas.
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Common questions about Pontchartrain Shores
Is Pontchartrain Shores safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Pontchartrain Shores a good place to live?
On safety, Pontchartrain Shores scores 84/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Pontchartrain Shores?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 53/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Pontchartrain Shores are safer?
Pontchartrain Shores scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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