Is South Tamarac safe?
Tamarac, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates South Tamarac as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on South Tamarac
“Go. South Tamarac is a peaceful, established suburban community with low rates of violent crime. Visitors can comfortably explore local restaurants, golf amenities, and shopping plazas with routine situational awareness.”
About the area
South Tamarac is a mature Broward County suburban district characterized by canal-laced residential subdivisions, active adult communities, and busy retail corridors. It provides a relaxed, family- and retiree-oriented environment positioned conveniently between Sunrise and Coral Springs.
- Suburban Quiet
- Car-Dependent
- Diverse Dining
- Mature Communities
Walking and biking in South Tamarac
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 44/100
There is no public bike-share network available. Cyclists typically ride along neighborhood streets or separated sidewalk paths due to high vehicular speeds on University Drive and Commercial Boulevard.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates than core metro Broward areas
- Stable residential fabric with high homeownership rates and established HOAs
- Convenient access to diverse independent international dining options
- Abundant free suburban parking and well-maintained public parks
Cons
- High auto dependency with heavily trafficked multi-lane thoroughfares
- Occasional vehicle break-ins and retail larceny near commercial plazas
- Limited walkability outside of self-contained residential subdivisions
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal across residential subdivisions, with occasional individuals present near major transit stops along University Drive. There are no major encampments in the immediate neighborhood.
What South Tamarac is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and safe, with retirees and residents walking dogs along residential lake paths.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy commercial activity along main arterials with safe, routine shopping traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential quarters paired with steady family dinner crowds at neighborhood strip malls.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Desolate streets with minimal foot traffic; overall safe, though standard precautions against unattended vehicle theft apply.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) provides bus service along main roads via routes such as 2, 72, and 88. The nearest commuter rail link is the Cypress Creek Tri-Rail Station, situated roughly 6 miles east.
Parking is abundant, easily accessible, and free in large surface lots serving shopping centers and recreation facilities. Residential street parking is often restricted by local neighborhood associations.
Things to do in South Tamarac
- Play a round of golf or practice on the range at Colony West Golf Club
- Enjoy the playgrounds, walking trails, and splash pad at Tamarac Sports Complex
- Sample authentic international cuisine along the University Drive corridor
Local favorites
- La Bamba Mexican & Spanish Restaurant · Mexican Restaurant · 4.5★ (2350)A popular regional staple serving generous portions of Mexican and Cuban classics in a vibrant setting.
- Colony West Golf Club · Golf Course · 4.3★ (860)A classic championship municipal golf course featuring a modern clubhouse and casual restaurant.
- Hong Kong City BBQ · Chinese Restaurant · 4.4★ (1120)Well-known dining destination specializing in traditional roasted meats, dim sum, and Cantonese favorites.
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.