Is South Baskin 2 safe?
Largo, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates South Baskin 2 as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on South Baskin 2
“Go. South Baskin 2 is a quiet, unassuming residential pocket of Largo with low violent crime rates. While it lacks distinct tourist attractions inside its residential borders, it offers a safe, peaceful suburban atmosphere within easy driving distance of Pinellas County beaches and parks.”
About the area
South Baskin 2 is a primarily residential area in south-central Largo characterized by modest single-family homes, manicured yards, and quiet residential streets. Visitors will find a tranquil, working-to-middle-class suburban environment conveniently located between Clearwater and St. Petersburg.
- Suburban
- Quiet
- Car-Dependent
- Residential
Walking and biking in South Baskin 2
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 53/100
There is no municipal bike-share system in the area, but cyclists can access the continuous Fred Marquis Pinellas Trail a short distance to the west.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low rate of violent crime compared to the wider Tampa Bay metro area
- Close proximity to regional attractions like Largo Central Park and the Pinellas Trail
- Stable residential fabric with high vehicle ownership and access to regional employment centers
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crime, primarily vehicle burglaries on peripheral roads
- Auto-centric layout with poor pedestrian access to surrounding commercial strips
- Very limited commercial and dining options directly within neighborhood boundaries
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in the residential interior, with only occasional unhoused individuals observed near major commercial intersections and bus stops along Ulmerton Road.
What South Baskin 2 is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and pleasant as residents commute and walk dogs along quiet subdivision streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and safe, though perimeter thoroughfares experience steady suburban automotive traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential with subdued lighting and very low pedestrian foot traffic.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Generally quiet and safe, though standard caution is warranted on darker, unlit residential corners.
Transit, parking and getting around
Transit is managed by Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA), with bus routes running along peripheral corridors like Seminole Boulevard and Ulmerton Road; there is no regional rail system.
Parking is exceptionally easy, with free off-street driveways throughout the neighborhood and ample free surface parking at all nearby shopping plazas.
Things to do in South Baskin 2
- Stroll through the expansive green spaces and seasonal events at nearby Largo Central Park
- Tour the exotic flora and heritage exhibits at the Florida Botanical Gardens and Heritage Village
- Hop onto the nearby Fred Marquis Pinellas Trail for miles of multi-use recreation
Local favorites
- Thai Bay Restaurant · Thai Restaurant · 4.5★ (640)Longstanding local favorite known for authentic curries, noodle dishes, and fresh sushi.
- Mike's Pizza & Deli · Pizza Restaurant · 4.6★ (810)Neighborhood staple turning out classic New York-style pies, subs, and hearty pasta dishes.
- Savory Restaurant · Diner · 4.5★ (920)Welcoming breakfast and lunch spot serving homestyle pancakes, omelets, and comfort classics.
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.