Is Stonegate safe?
Wellington, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Stonegate as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Stonegate
“Go. Stonegate is an exceptionally safe and peaceful residential community in Wellington with virtually no violent crime. While it lacks commercial amenities within its immediate borders, visitors and residents enjoy a secure, well-kept suburban environment.”
About the area
Stonegate is a quiet single-family home development located in Wellington, Florida, renowned for its manicured lawns and family-oriented atmosphere. It sits just minutes from Wellington's world-class equestrian centers, major shopping corridors, and community parks.
- Quiet Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Suburban
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Stonegate
Walk score: 22/100 · Bike score: 45/100
There is no public bike-share program in the area, but the neighborhood streets and nearby shared-use pathways along Forest Hill Boulevard provide safe, recreational cycling routes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are negligible and well below both state and national benchmarks
- High rates of homeownership and affluent median household incomes supporting well-maintained properties
- Close proximity to premier Palm Beach County parks, equestrian venues, and top-rated public schools
- Quiet, low-speed neighborhood streets ideal for walking and recreation
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with no retail or dining options within comfortable walking distance
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as thefts from unlocked vehicles
- Seasonal traffic increases along surrounding thoroughfares during winter equestrian events
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically nonexistent in Stonegate and Wellington broadly, as social services and shelters are concentrated in urban centers like West Palm Beach.
What Stonegate is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents walking dogs and exercising along calm, well-lit suburban lanes with no safety concerns.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and secure, with light local traffic and standard suburban daytime activity.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Very safe and relaxing as families return home and neighbors stroll along residential streets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and quiet with minimal foot traffic, maintaining a very high level of personal safety.
Transit, parking and getting around
Palm Tran provides bus services (Routes 40 and 43) along nearby major corridors like Forest Hill Boulevard, but connections are sparse and car ownership is practically essential; the closest Tri-Rail commuter rail station is roughly 12 miles east in West Palm Beach.
Parking is abundant and free, mostly handled by private driveways and residential garages, though overnight on-street parking is regulated by local HOA rules.
Things to do in Stonegate
- Explore the extensive multi-use trails and sports complexes at nearby Village Park
- Experience world-class show jumping and dressage at Wellington International during equestrian season
- Walk the boardwalks and observation tower at the Wellington Environmental Preserve
Local favorites
- Agliolio Fresh Pasta & Wine Bar · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (1250)A bustling local favorite serving customizable pasta dishes, craft cocktails, and Italian comfort food.
- Oli's Fashion Cuisine · New American Restaurant · 4.5★ (1100)Upscale-casual dining destination offering gourmet flatbreads, seafood, and a lively bar scene near equestrian grounds.
- Don Chepo's Mexican Grill · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (780)Vibrant Mexican eatery featuring authentic tacos, specialty margaritas, and a casual, family-friendly vibe.
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.