Is South Davie safe?
Davie, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates South Davie as “Go”.
Gogo's take on South Davie
“Go. South Davie is a quiet, family-oriented suburban and semi-rural community characterized by horse trails, spacious single-family properties, and gated subdivisions. Violent crime rates are well below national and regional metro averages, making it a very safe destination for daytime recreation, dining, and outdoor activities.”
About the area
Located in southern Broward County, South Davie offers a distinctive blend of Western heritage, lush nature preserves, and tranquil suburban residential tracts. The area is largely car-dependent and centered around major thoroughfares like Griffin Road, Stirling Road, and Flamingo Road, providing easy access to regional parks and equestrian facilities.
- Equestrian & Rural
- Suburban / Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in South Davie
Walk score: 32/100 · Bike score: 48/100
Davie features an extensive system of multi-use equestrian and recreation trails along canals and through Tree Tops and Robbins parks, though dedicated urban bike lanes on arterial roads remain intermittent. There are no municipal bike-share stations in the area.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than the broader South Florida metropolitan average.
- Strong homeownership rates and solid median household incomes approaching six figures.
- Abundant green space and expansive, well-maintained county and municipal parks.
Cons
- Car break-ins and opportunistic property theft occur along busy retail corridors and near trailheads.
- Extremely car-dependent layout with limited pedestrian infrastructure along major arterials.
- Suburban sprawl and low lighting on rural residential side roads at night.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in South Davie, with occasional individuals panhandling near major commercial intersections along University Drive and Stirling Road. There are no encampments or emergency shelters located within the immediate neighborhood.
What South Davie is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with joggers, cyclists, and equestrian enthusiasts enjoying local parks and tree-lined trail paths.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy along major retail arteries like Stirling and University Roads with steady suburban traffic, remaining safe throughout.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential with dining plazas drawing families; neighborhood streets are generally quiet and secure.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and deserted on rural side streets with minimal pedestrian foot traffic; standard vigilance is recommended around late-night retail plazas.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) operates local bus routes like Route 16 along Stirling Road and Route 12 on Flamingo Road, but service is infrequent. There is no direct passenger rail connection in South Davie, with the nearest Tri-Rail stations located several miles east in Hollywood or Fort Lauderdale Airport.
Parking is abundant and universally free across vast surface lots in shopping centers, parks, and business plazas. Street parking is largely restricted or non-existent along high-speed arterial roads.
Things to do in South Davie
- Hike, kayak, or stroll the elevated boardwalks through ancient oak hammocks at Tree Tops Park.
- Explore the rustic equestrian paths and historic preserve grounds at Robbins Lodge Preserve.
- Watch collegiate sports and enjoy youth recreation programs at the Bamford Sports Complex / Pine Island Park.
Local favorites
- Vienna Wine Bar · European Restaurant · 4.6★ (780)A cozy, long-standing spot serving refined continental cuisine, steaks, and a curated wine list.
- Kristof's Kafe · Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant · 4.5★ (1650)Popular neighborhood diner serving hearty American breakfast classics, pancakes, and specialty sandwiches.
- Flashback Diner · 24-Hour Diner · 4.3★ (3200)Classic retro-style 24/7 eatery offering an expansive menu ranging from milkshakes to late-night comfort foods.
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.