Is Silver Shores safe?
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Silver Shores as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Silver Shores
“Go. Silver Shores in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea is a very safe, affluent coastal neighborhood with remarkably low violent crime rates. Visitors can comfortably explore the quiet residential streets and beachfront areas day and night with minimal safety concerns.”
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea has recently expanded traffic-calming measures and enhanced pedestrian crosswalk safety along the A1A corridor.
About the area
Silver Shores is a picturesque, low-rise coastal neighborhood situated within Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, bounded by the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway. The area is defined by mid-century architecture, canal-front properties, and an easygoing beach-town atmosphere.
- Coastal / Beachfront
- Tranquil Residential
- Walkable Dining Hub
- Safe & Quiet
Walking and biking in Silver Shores
Walk score: 68/100 · Bike score: 74/100
Biking is very accessible via dedicated lanes along A1A (State Road A1A) and low-speed residential roads, with rental cruisers available at local beach outfitters.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than regional and national averages
- Affluent economic profile with high property values and well-maintained properties
- Frequent patrols and dedicated municipal coverage by the Broward County Sheriff's Office
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property theft, including bicycle and unlocked vehicle break-ins
- Heightened vehicular traffic and pedestrian congestion during peak tourist season along A1A
- Seasonal vulnerability to coastal king tides and tropical storm surge
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Silver Shores, with only occasional individuals passing through the main commercial pier area and no established encampments.
What Silver Shores is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with early joggers, dog walkers, and sunrise viewers enjoying safe streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Pleasantly active with beachgoers and shoppers, maintaining a high sense of safety throughout.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Lively around the nearby commercial square while residential lanes stay quiet and safe for evening walks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Calm and well-monitored by local patrols, though lighting is subdued on purely residential blocks.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) provides bus service via Route 11 along A1A and Route 55 on Commercial Boulevard, supplemented by the free Pelican Hopper town shuttle. The nearest regional rail station is the Fort Lauderdale Tri-Rail/Brightline hub approximately 7 miles west.
Residential streets are strictly enforced for permit holders, so visitors should use metered on-street spaces or public surface lots near Commercial Boulevard costing around $3.50 to $4.50 per hour.
Things to do in Silver Shores
- Snorkel or dive the near-shore living coral reef located just steps off the public beach
- Stroll over to Anglin's Square for open-air dining, beach shops, and live weekend entertainment
- Paddleboard or kayak along the calm residential Intracoastal waterways
Local favorites
- Aruba Beach Cafe · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (5820)Iconic oceanfront eatery offering fresh seafood, tropical cocktails, and live music with ocean views.
- Blue Jean Blues · Live Music Bar · 4.6★ (1140)Intimate neighborhood haunt featuring nightly live jazz and blues alongside Italian comfort food.
- Even Keel Fish Shack · Seafood Restaurant · 4.6★ (860)Chef-driven coastal spot serving a polished raw bar selection and creative seafood entrees.
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.