Is Southeast Ormond-by-the-Sea safe?
Daytona Beach, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Southeast Ormond-by-the-Sea as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Southeast Ormond-by-the-Sea
“Go. Southeast Ormond-by-the-Sea is a very safe, quiet coastal community ideal for beachgoers seeking a relaxed environment away from the denser crowds of Daytona Beach. Violent crime is rare, and risks are largely limited to occasional opportunistic property theft near beach access points.”
Recent news has primarily focused on seasonal coastal erosion mitigation and sea wall repairs following Atlantic storms.
About the area
Southeast Ormond-by-the-Sea is a tranquil barrier island neighborhood nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the Halifax River just north of Ormond Beach. It is characterized by low-rise single-family homes, modest condominiums, retirees, and uncrowded, traffic-free beaches.
- Quiet Coastal
- Retirement Community
- Car-Dependent
- Beachside
Walking and biking in Southeast Ormond-by-the-Sea
Walk score: 34/100 · Bike score: 48/100
There is no local bike-share program, but cyclists can ride in marked bike lanes along Florida State Road A1A and access nearby scenic routes along the river.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to central Daytona Beach
- High rate of owner-occupied housing and an established, stable retiree community
- Direct, uncrowded pedestrian access to pristine, non-driving beach zones
Cons
- High car dependency with minimal commercial amenities within walking distance
- Vulnerability to coastal flooding and hurricane storm surge along A1A
- Limited street lighting along residential side streets after dark
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Southeast Ormond-by-the-Sea, as support services and shelters are concentrated further south in mainland Daytona Beach.
What Southeast Ormond-by-the-Sea is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with locals walking dogs along the beach and jogging along A1A.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm beach traffic and pleasant conditions, with easy parking and safe recreation across all areas.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential feel with very few people out, maintaining a secure atmosphere around beachfront parks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely sleepy and quiet, perfectly safe although dimly lit streets require attentiveness.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by Votran via Route 1 along Ocean Shore Boulevard (A1A), offering hourly service connecting south into Ormond Beach and Daytona Beach; there is no rail or BRT service.
Free public beach parking is readily available at designated county beach approaches and parks such as Tom Renick Park; side street parking is generally restricted to residents.
Things to do in Southeast Ormond-by-the-Sea
- Relax on the traffic-free orange-sand beaches at Tom Renick Park
- Kayak or fish along the Halifax River from nearby Bicentennial Park
- Watch the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean from one of the dune crossover boardwalks
Local favorites
- Lagerheads Bar & Grill · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (1820)Popular open-air beachside spot serving fresh fish, burgers, and cold drinks with live local music.
- Hulls Seafood Market and Restaurant · Seafood Restaurant · 4.6★ (3150)Locally renowned market and eatery serving locally caught seafood, clam chowder, and fried platters.
- Seaside Cafe at the Plaza · Cafe & Deli · 4.7★ (410)Casual neighborhood cafe offering hearty breakfast sandwiches, deli subs, and fresh coffee.
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.