Is The Crossings safe?
The Crossings, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates The Crossings as “Go”.
Gogo's take on The Crossings
“Go. The Crossings is a quiet, well-maintained suburban community in southwest Miami-Dade County that is very safe for residents and visitors alike. Violent crime is exceptionally rare, and the area primarily consists of peaceful residential subdivisions centered around small lakes and green spaces.”
About the area
The Crossings is a master-planned census-designated place in southwest Miami-Dade County characterized by tree-lined residential streets, tranquil cul-de-sacs, and neighborhood lakes. It serves primarily as a tranquil bedroom community for families and working professionals, offering basic strip mall amenities and neighborhood parks.
- Suburban Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in The Crossings
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 49/100
Neighborhood streets are quiet enough for leisure biking, but protected bike lanes are sparse along arterial borders and no public bike-share programs operate in the CDP.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than the broader Miami-Dade County average
- High homeownership rate and well-kept master-planned residential properties
- Solid median household incomes and a very low local poverty rate below 7%
- Low vehicular traffic within residential side streets and loop roads
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with minimal pedestrian infrastructure connecting commercial hubs
- Occasional vehicle burglaries and opportunistic theft in driveway parking areas
- Lack of notable cultural attractions or entertainment nightlife options
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in The Crossings, with no encampments or panhandling observed in the residential or shopping areas.
What The Crossings is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and pleasant, with joggers, dog walkers, and families out along residential sidewalks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet throughout residential pockets with moderate vehicle traffic on main perimeter avenues.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued suburban atmosphere with residents relaxing at home and localized dining spots seeing modest patron flow.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and quiet with very little foot or car traffic; safety remains consistently high.
Transit, parking and getting around
Miami-Dade Transit operates local bus routes like Route 104 and Route 72 along bordering thoroughfares such as SW 112th Street, though service frequencies are modest. The nearest Metrorail hub (Dadeland South) is approximately 7 miles east and requires a car or bus transfer.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the neighborhood, with ample private driveway space and spacious open surface lots at all shopping plazas.
Things to do in The Crossings
- Walk or jog along the paved scenic loop surrounding the central Crossings lakes
- Play tennis, basketball, or take children to the playground at Crossings Country Club Park
- Browse local specialty bakeries and Latin eateries at The Crossings Village Center
Local favorites
- Biscayne Bay Brewing Company · Brewery & Taproom · 4.6★ (750)Popular nearby craft brewery offering locally brewed ales, lagers, and casual bites.
- El Rinconcito Latino · Cuban Restaurant · 4.3★ (1620)Neighborhood staple serving hearty Cuban classics, cafe con leche, and fresh juices.
- Super Subs Etc · Sandwich Shop · 4.5★ (480)Longtime local spot known for generous portion cold cuts, steaks, and specialty subs.
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.