Is Timberlin Parc safe?
Jacksonville, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Timberlin Parc as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Timberlin Parc
“Go. Timberlin Parc is a peaceful and stable residential enclave situated in Jacksonville's Southside, presenting minimal safety concerns for visitors. The neighborhood is safe for walking, jogging, and family activities at nearly all hours, provided standard suburban precautions are observed.”
About the area
Timberlin Parc is a mature, master-planned suburban community featuring single-family residences, townhomes, and manicured landscaping. Tucked just off major Southside corridors, it provides a quiet retreat while remaining close to major business parks, shopping hubs, and regional amenities.
- Suburban
- Quiet Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Timberlin Parc
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 32/100
There are no bike-share stations or dedicated protected bike lanes within the neighborhood, though the low-speed residential streets are suitable for casual biking.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly below the Jacksonville metropolitan average
- Well-above-average median household income and high residential stability
- Calm, well-maintained neighborhood streets with very low cut-through traffic
- Strong infrastructure with reliable municipal services and high vehicle ownership
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with almost no commercial amenities reachable on foot
- Susceptible to occasional opportunistic vehicle break-ins typical of suburban subdivisions
- Heavy commuter congestion on surrounding arterials like Southside Boulevard and Baymeadows Road
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically nonexistent within the Timberlin Parc subdivision, with occasional unhoused individuals only seen near major commercial intersections along Southside Boulevard several miles away.
What Timberlin Parc is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and bright with residents walking dogs, jogging, and heading out for morning commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and safe with minimal traffic, well-tended yards, and occasional delivery vehicles.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and family-oriented as residents return home and take evening walks around the subdivision loops.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and dark with low activity; remains safe, though visitors should lock car doors and avoid poorly lit street edges.
Transit, parking and getting around
Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) operates bus routes along nearby major thoroughfares like Southside Boulevard and Baymeadows Road, but there is no direct rail service and transit within the neighborhood itself is negligible.
Parking is straightforward, with abundant private driveways, attached garages, and free curbside street parking permitted throughout the residential streets.
Things to do in Timberlin Parc
- Walk or jog along the scenic, sidewalk-lined neighborhood roads and community ponds
- Explore the walking trails, playground, and sports facilities at nearby Losco Regional Park
- Shop, dine, and catch entertainment a short drive north at St. Johns Town Center
Local favorites
- Wicked Barley Brewing Company · Brewery & Waterfront Gastropub · 4.6★ (3200)Popular waterfront taproom with craft beers, a full kitchen, and a relaxed dog-friendly beer garden on Goodbys Creek.
- Enza's Italian Restaurant · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)Longstanding, cozy spot serving traditional Italian pasta, veal, and seafood alongside live piano music.
- The French Pantry · Bakery & Cafe · 4.8★ (2900)Acclaimed local lunch staple known for freshly baked breads, gourmet sandwiches, and artisanal desserts.
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.