Is South Ridgeview safe?
Coral Springs, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates South Ridgeview as “Go”.
Gogo's take on South Ridgeview
“Go. South Ridgeview is a quiet, well-maintained suburban neighborhood in Coral Springs with low violent crime rates and an established residential feel. While typical vehicle-related property crimes can occur in open parking areas, visitors will find it extremely peaceful and safe for daily activities.”
About the area
South Ridgeview is a primarily residential district in southern Coral Springs characterized by tree-lined streets, canal-side single-family homes, and tidy townhome developments. It offers easy access to major commercial corridors along Atlantic Boulevard and University Drive while maintaining a calm, family-oriented suburban environment.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Tree-Lined
Walking and biking in South Ridgeview
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 53/100
There are no public bike-share programs in the area, but residential streets are wide and connect to neighborhood sidewalks and bike lanes along major thoroughfares like Coral Ridge Drive.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than both Florida and national averages.
- Well-maintained housing stock supported by solid homeownership rates and stable median household incomes.
- Proximity to active commercial centers, grocery stores, and city parks.
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked car burglaries in residential driveways.
- Highly car-dependent design requiring vehicle travel for almost all errands and entertainment.
- Limited street lighting on certain interior residential residential lanes.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually non-existent within the residential streets of South Ridgeview, with only occasional individuals visible near major commercial bus stops along Atlantic Boulevard.
What South Ridgeview is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with local residents jogging, walking dogs, and commuting along neighborhood streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential atmosphere with light neighborhood traffic and easy navigation across local lanes.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and safe, though sidewalks are primarily used only by immediate neighbors taking evening walks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very tranquil with minimal activity; safety remains high, though standard suburban awareness for vehicle security is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is managed by Broward County Transit (BCT), with local bus routes 02 and 88 running along Atlantic Boulevard and University Drive; there is no passenger rail service within walking distance.
Parking is easy and abundant, consisting of private driveways, residential assigned spaces, and free open surface lots at all commercial shopping plazas.
Things to do in South Ridgeview
- Enjoy outdoor sports, walking trails, and playground facilities at nearby Riverside Park.
- Browse retail stores and catch a movie at the Coral Square Mall just south along University Drive.
- Visit the nearby Coral Springs Museum of Art to view regional contemporary exhibits and art workshops.
Local favorites
- Big Bear Brewing Co. · Brewpub / American · 4.5★ (2340)Popular local microbrewery serving house-crafted ales alongside hearty American comfort food and steaks.
- Runyon's · Steakhouse · 4.6★ (1120)Classic, upscale piano bar and steakhouse known for prime rib, seafood, and old-school hospitality.
- Tavolino Della Notte · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (1850)Lively Italian venue offering traditional pasta, wood-fired pizza, and craft cocktails with evening 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.