Is South Beverly Beach safe?
Hollywood, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates South Beverly Beach as “Go”.
Gogo's take on South Beverly Beach
“Go. South Beverly Beach offers a peaceful oceanfront setting with considerably lower violent crime rates than inland Hollywood. Visitors should primarily remain aware of opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins and unattended beach theft, while taking care when crossing busy South Ocean Drive.”
About the area
South Beverly Beach is a coastal neighborhood situated on the barrier island along South Ocean Drive, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway. Dominated by high-rise residential condominiums, resort hotels, and quiet mid-century apartments, it offers an unhurried seaside atmosphere just south of the bustling central Broadwalk.
- Oceanfront
- Resort & High-Rise
- Quiet Coastal
- Scenic
Walking and biking in South Beverly Beach
Walk score: 68/100 · Bike score: 72/100
Biking is popular along South Surf Road and A1A designated bike lanes, with access to Hollywood Beach Boardwalk paths to the north and local Broward B-Cycle rental docks.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Substantially lower violent crime rate compared to mainland Broward County neighborhoods
- High level of beachfront maintenance and regular municipal patrols by Hollywood Police
- Strong property values and well-managed condo associations providing secure premises
Cons
- Elevated risk of opportunistic property theft, notably vehicle break-ins and unattended beach belongings
- High volume of seasonal and short-term rental turnover creating variable neighborhood familiarity
- Fast-moving vehicle traffic along South Ocean Drive (State Road A1A)
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in South Beverly Beach, with only occasional transient individuals walking along the A1A corridor; established support services and encampments are located inland.
What South Beverly Beach is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very peaceful and safe with early joggers, dog walkers, and sunrise watchers along the oceanfront.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Pleasant and active with beachgoers and resort guests moving around under bright daylight and lifeguard supervision.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and comfortable for walking along well-lit main thoroughfares to nearby hotel restaurants.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet with sparse foot traffic; generally safe near resorts, but visitors should avoid dark, isolated stretches of open sand.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) Route 4 operates along South Ocean Drive, and the city-operated Hollywood Trolley connects the beach strip to Downtown Hollywood; the nearest rail station is the Hollywood Tri-Rail/Amtrak station situated 4.5 miles inland.
Metered street parking and municipal public lots are situated along South Ocean Drive and side streets, typically costing $3.00 to $4.00 per hour via mobile payment apps.
Things to do in South Beverly Beach
- Enjoy a peaceful beach day along the less-crowded southern stretch of Hollywood Beach
- Walk or jog along the scenic coastal paths lining South Surf Road
- Launch a kayak or paddleboard into the calm waters of nearby South Lake
Local favorites
- Diplomat Prime · Steakhouse · 4.6★ (780)Upscale luxury steakhouse known for dry-aged prime beef and an extensive international wine list.
- Monkitail · Japanese Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)Acclaimed izakaya-style eatery by Chef Michael Schulson featuring robata skewers, sushi, and craft cocktails.
- Taverna Opa · Greek Restaurant · 4.4★ (2900)Energetic Intracoastal-adjacent venue serving authentic Greek mezze alongside traditional music and entertainment.
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.