Is Versailles (Alexandria) safe?
Alexandria, Louisiana · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Versailles (Alexandria) as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Versailles (Alexandria)
“Go with care. Versailles is a quiet, primarily residential neighborhood in western Alexandria that is notably safer and more stable than the city's central and eastern sectors. While violent crime is relatively rare on its interior streets, visitors should practice standard vigilance regarding opportunistic property theft and vehicle break-ins.”
About the area
Versailles is an established mid-century residential neighborhood in west Alexandria featuring single-family ranch-style homes, manicured lawns, and mature trees. It offers a calm, suburban environment while remaining minutes away from the commercial corridors along MacArthur Drive and Jackson Street.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Car-Dependent
- Single-Family Residential
- Established Neighborhood
Walking and biking in Versailles (Alexandria)
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 34/100
There is no bike-share system or dedicated cycle track in the area, meaning cyclists must share low-speed residential streets with vehicular traffic.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Substantially lower violent crime rates compared to Alexandria's citywide averages
- High homeownership rate and well-maintained single-family residential properties
- Quiet street network with very low through-traffic
- Convenient driving access to healthcare facilities, grocery stores, and retail centers
Cons
- Susceptible to occasional property crimes such as unlocked vehicle burglaries
- Car-dependent design with poor pedestrian connectivity and missing sidewalks on some blocks
- Minimal commercial activity within walking distance of the residential core
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within the residential streets of Versailles, though unhoused individuals and panhandling can occasionally be observed along nearby major commercial thoroughfares like MacArthur Drive.
What Versailles (Alexandria) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and peaceful, with residents walking dogs or commuting along lightly trafficked streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Safe and quiet with minimal vehicle movement, suitable for outdoor exercise.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet atmosphere as residents return home, though limited street lighting calls for extra awareness.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Desolate and dark; while major violence is uncommon, walking alone late at night is not advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by ATRANS (Alexandria Transit Authority) on peripheral corridors like MacArthur Drive, but direct bus routes through the neighborhood interior are virtually non-existent.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with plenty of free residential street parking and private driveways throughout.
Things to do in Versailles (Alexandria)
- Enjoy a morning walk or jog along the quiet, tree-lined residential loops
- Attend an event, trade show, or rodeo at the nearby Rapides Parish Coliseum
- Shop and dine at the commercial retail plazas along the adjacent MacArthur Drive corridor
Local favorites
- The Cottage Restaurant · Southern Restaurant · 4.5★ (680)Longstanding local staple offering refined Southern comfort dishes, steaks, and seafood in a homey setting.
- Spirits Food & Friends · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (1250)Popular local eatery serving creative pub fare, burgers, craft beer, and cocktails.
- Bistro on the Bayou · Cajun & Creole Restaurant · 4.4★ (720)Classic Louisiana seafood and regional specialties served in a relaxed, bayou-inspired dining room.
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Common questions about Versailles (Alexandria)
Is Versailles (Alexandria) safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Versailles (Alexandria) a good place to live?
On safety, Versailles (Alexandria) scores 71/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Versailles (Alexandria)?
Walk score 28/100 and bike score 34/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Versailles (Alexandria) are safer?
Twin Bridges (74) score higher nearby.
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