Is South Barrington Hills safe?
Clearwater, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates South Barrington Hills as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on South Barrington Hills
“Go. South Barrington Hills is an established, peaceful suburban neighborhood in Clearwater that presents minimal safety concerns for visitors. Violent crime is rare, making it a comfortable residential area provided standard suburban common-sense precautions are observed.”
About the area
South Barrington Hills is a quiet mid-century subdivision in central Pinellas County characterized by single-family ranch homes, mature oak canopies, and well-kept lawns. It serves primarily as a tranquil residential refuge conveniently located near major Clearwater shopping corridors and arterial roads.
- Suburban
- Quiet Residential
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in South Barrington Hills
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 48/100
There are no public bike-share stations within the neighborhood, but cyclists can access the paved Duke Energy Trail a short distance to the east for multi-use trail riding.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to broader Pinellas County urban centers
- High rates of established homeownership contributing to neighborhood stability
- Quiet residential streets with minimal through-traffic and low daytime noise
Cons
- Periodic opportunistic property crime such as unlocked vehicle trespass along perimeter corridors
- Sparse street lighting on interior residential lanes after dark
- Complete car dependency with virtually no immediate commercial destinations inside the neighborhood
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within the residential pocket itself, though occasional unhoused individuals may be seen along major commercial transit corridors like Gulf to Bay Boulevard.
What South Barrington Hills is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with local residents walking dogs and heading out for morning commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and sleepy with minimal traffic and excellent general neighborhood visibility.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential with families home, maintaining a safe atmosphere for neighborhood walks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and deserted due to limited streetlamps, but remaining safe with practically no foot traffic.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) with bus routes operating along adjacent major roadways like Gulf to Bay Boulevard and Belcher Road, but service does not penetrate interior neighborhood streets.
Parking is completely stress-free with ample private driveways and unrestricted, free street parking available along residential roadways.
Things to do in South Barrington Hills
- Take a quiet morning stroll or jog under the shaded residential canopy
- Visit nearby Crest Lake Park to use the walking paths, dog park, and scenic lake loop
- Drive minutes north or south to access Pinellas County's diverse dining and retail strips
Local favorites
- Rumba Island Bar & Grill · Caribbean Restaurant · 4.5★ (4250)Lively island-inspired eatery serving fresh seafood, wings, and tropical cocktails in a tiki atmosphere.
- Lenny's Restaurant · Diner · 4.6★ (4850)Beloved local institution famous for massive breakfast platters, bagels, and classic deli fare.
- Abe's Place Tap & Grill · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (2900)Neighborhood tavern known for award-winning chicken wings, casual pub bites, and an extensive craft tap list.
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.