Is The Hammocks East safe?
The Hammocks, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates The Hammocks East as “Go”.
Gogo's take on The Hammocks East
“Go. The Hammocks East is a peaceful, master-planned suburban enclave in southwest Miami-Dade known for its interconnected scenic lakes and family-oriented vibe. Violent crime is rare, making it exceptionally safe for everyday strolls, recreation, and family visits.”
About the area
The Hammocks East is a tranquil residential sector of The Hammocks CDP in suburban Miami-Dade County, characterized by townhome communities, single-family homes, and man-made lakes. It offers a calm, community-centric environment with easy access to neighborhood shopping centers and paved lakeside walking trails.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Scenic Lake Views
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in The Hammocks East
Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 55/100
The neighborhood features a continuous, off-street multi-use paved trail loop around the Hammocks lakes that is great for recreational cycling, though protected on-street bike lanes on surrounding arterial roads are limited.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than Miami-Dade County and national benchmarks.
- Well-maintained multi-family and single-family properties with high owner-occupancy rates and active HOAs.
- Median household income well above county averages with very low poverty and minimal housing vacancy.
Cons
- Highly car-dependent layout requiring a vehicle for almost all major errands and regional dining.
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked vehicle break-ins in residential parking lots.
- Congested rush-hour commuter traffic along major perimeter corridors like SW 104th Street and SW 147th Avenue.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in The Hammocks East. Encounters are exceptionally rare and confined to occasional individuals near major commercial shopping center perimeters.
What The Hammocks East is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging along the lake paths, walking dogs, and commuting.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet across residential streets, with steady family activity around parks and local strip malls.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued suburban atmosphere with residents relaxing around plazas and well-lit neighborhood recreation trails.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet and safe with negligible pedestrian foot traffic and minimal late-night disruption.
Transit, parking and getting around
Miami-Dade Transit provides bus service via Route 104 and Route 72 along major avenues; the nearest Metrorail hub is Dadeland South Station, roughly 9 miles east and accessible only via long bus rides or a 20-minute drive.
Parking is straightforward and free in large shopping center surface lots and designated residential spaces, though guest street parking inside tight townhome subdivisions can be limited.
Things to do in The Hammocks East
- Walk, jog, or rollerblade along the paved multi-use trails circling the scenic Hammocks Lakes.
- Spend a relaxing afternoon with family at Hammocks Community Park enjoying the open green spaces and sports facilities.
- Shop and dine at the neighborhood Hammocks Town Center along SW 104th Street.
Local favorites
- Sushi Sake Hammocks · Japanese Restaurant · 4.3★ (1150)Popular local outpost serving specialty sushi rolls, hibachi, and late-night Japanese fare.
- Don Burrito · Mexican Restaurant · 4.5★ (980)Longstanding neighborhood staple known for hearty burritos, enchiladas, and authentic Mexican hospitality.
- Pinecrest Bakery - The Hammocks · Cuban Bakery · 4.2★ (1420)24-hour Cuban bakery offering fresh pastelitos, strong cafecito, and classic pressed sandwiches.
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.