Is South Barrington Hills 2 safe?
Clearwater, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates South Barrington Hills 2 as “Go”.
Gogo's take on South Barrington Hills 2
“Go. South Barrington Hills 2 is a quiet, low-density residential subdivision in northeast Clearwater that poses minimal safety concerns for visitors. Violent crime is rare, and the streets are generally tranquil day and night. Standard suburban awareness regarding vehicle security is all that is typically needed.”
About the area
South Barrington Hills 2 is a leafy, established residential neighborhood located in the northeastern quadrant of Clearwater, close to Safety Harbor and Lake Chautauqua. The area consists mostly of single-family mid-century to late-20th-century homes with landscaped yards and winding residential streets. It functions primarily as a quiet residential retreat within easy driving distance of Gulf beaches, Tampa Bay parks, and shopping corridors.
- Quiet Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
- Suburban Green
Walking and biking in South Barrington Hills 2
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 44/100
While there is no municipal bike-share system in this neighborhood, cyclists have straightforward access to the Duke Energy Trail and the Ream Wilson Clearwater Trail located a short ride away.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to broader Pinellas County urban centers
- High rates of owner-occupied housing with stable property values and low vacancy
- Low-traffic residential streets ideal for quiet walks and recreation
- Close proximity to Lake Chautauqua Park and regional multi-use trails
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like unlocked vehicle break-ins
- Very car-dependent with minimal commercial amenities inside neighborhood boundaries
- Lack of sidewalks on select residential blocks
- Poor night lighting on interior suburban cul-de-sacs
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within South Barrington Hills 2. Any occasional unhoused individuals in the wider area tend to stay along major commercial arterials like US-19 and SR 580 rather than interior residential tracts.
What South Barrington Hills 2 is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and bright with neighbors walking dogs and minimal local vehicle traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe with standard suburban activity and excellent visibility throughout the streets.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential winding down with virtually no foot traffic and very safe conditions.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and tranquil with minimal street activity; exceptionally low risk of random crime.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by PSTA (Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority), with routes running along peripheral corridors like SR 580 and Enterprise Road, though service inside the subdivision itself is nonexistent and there is no passenger rail.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with virtually all properties featuring private driveways and unrestricted, free residential street parking.
Things to do in South Barrington Hills 2
- Take a nature hike or birdwatch at nearby Lake Chautauqua Nature Preserve
- Enjoy a picnic and open green spaces at Countryside Community Park
- Access the nearby Duke Energy Trail for long-distance cycling and jogging
Local favorites
- Rumba Island Bar & Grill · Caribbean Restaurant · 4.5★ (3850)Vibrant island-themed eatery nearby serving seafood, tiki cocktails, and Caribbean classics.
- Mazzaro's Italian Market · Gourmet Grocer / Deli · 4.8★ (11200)Renowned regional Italian market offering fresh pastas, deli sandwiches, roasted coffees, and pastries.
- Gingers Heavenly Treats · Bakery · 4.7★ (210)Popular local bakery crafting fresh artisan cupcakes, specialty cookies, and custom desserts.
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.