Is Southeast DeLand safe?
Daytona Beach, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Southeast DeLand as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Southeast DeLand
“Go. Southeast DeLand is a peaceful, predominantly residential area that presents minimal safety concerns for visitors. Standard vigilance against vehicle break-ins along commercial corridors is sufficient.”
About the area
Southeast DeLand is a low-density, suburban community characterized by modest single-family homes, leafy residential streets, and commercial strips along South Woodland Boulevard. It offers a relaxed, slower-paced setting on the perimeter of historic downtown DeLand.
- Quiet Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Tree-Canopied
- Suburban Sprawl
Walking and biking in Southeast DeLand
Walk score: 32/100 · Bike score: 41/100
While there is no municipal bike share, cyclists can access segments of the Volusia County Spring-to-Spring Trail located a short ride away.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Relatively low violent crime rates compared to broader regional averages
- High rates of owner-occupied housing contributing to quiet, stable neighborhoods
- Spacious residential lots with minimal through-traffic
Cons
- Occasional property crimes and vehicle burglaries along major retail strips
- Limited street lighting and sidewalks along secondary neighborhood roads
- Significant car dependency with sparse pedestrian infrastructure
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in the residential interiors, though occasional individuals may be seen near bus stops and commercial plazas along US 17-92.
What Southeast DeLand is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with locals walking dogs and light school commute traffic on arterial roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and uneventful, though commercial traffic picks up along South Woodland Boulevard.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet across residential subdivisions, with safe conditions around local retail and dining spots.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark due to limited streetlights, but generally safe from violent incidents; stick to well-lit areas.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transportation is provided by Votran with limited bus routes (such as Route 20) serving the major corridors. The DeLand SunRail commuter rail station is located several miles west across town.
Parking is abundant and universally free, with wide private driveways in residential neighborhoods and large surface lots at shopping plazas.
Things to do in Southeast DeLand
- Play a round of golf or dine at the Victoria Hills Golf Club
- Enjoy outdoor recreational facilities and baseball diamonds at Sperling Sports Complex
- Stroll around the scenic grounds and nature areas near Lake Winnemissett
Local favorites
- South of Philly · Cheesesteak Restaurant · 4.6★ (1150)Popular counter-serve joint serving authentic Philly cheesesteaks, hoagies, and crinkle-cut fries.
- Sparrow Hawk Ranch · Farm / Equestrian · 4.8★ (85)Local family-run equestrian facility offering horseback riding lessons and scenic rural grounds.
- Mulligan's Restaurant & Bar · American Restaurant · 4.3★ (420)Relaxed clubhouse venue offering classic American fare with expansive golf course views.
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.