Is Villages of Bloomingdale safe?
Tampa, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Villages of Bloomingdale as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Villages of Bloomingdale
“Go. Villages of Bloomingdale is a quiet, largely residential townhome community in the Riverview and Greater Brandon area with low violent crime rates. Visitors will find safe, predictable suburban surroundings, though basic awareness regarding vehicle security in shared parking areas is advisable.”
Recent local news for the area predominantly highlights traffic safety improvements and infrastructure projects along US-301 and Bloomingdale Avenue rather than major violent crime.
About the area
Villages of Bloomingdale is a master-planned townhome and residential development located in south-central Hillsborough County near Riverview. It offers a calm, family-oriented residential environment situated just minutes from major commercial corridors, dining spots, and commuter highways.
- Suburban Residential
- Gated Community
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet
Walking and biking in Villages of Bloomingdale
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There are no municipal bike-share stations; cycling is largely confined to residential roads or paved multi-use paths like the Brandon Parkway Trail located a short drive away.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rate compared to central Tampa urban districts
- Gated residential sections and community oversight reduce unauthorized through-traffic
- Solid median household incomes and stable occupancy rates throughout surrounding Riverview
Cons
- Periodic reports of vehicle break-ins and package theft typical of suburban townhome developments
- High vehicular dependency with limited pedestrian crossing points on bordering major roads
- Heavy traffic congestion and accident risks along adjacent US-301 during peak rush hours
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is very low within the residential communities, with only occasional individuals observed panhandling at major commercial intersections along US-301.
What Villages of Bloomingdale is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents heading out for morning commutes, jogging, and walking dogs.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and low-key within the neighborhood, with typical commercial bustle along nearby US-301.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential atmosphere as commuters return home, feeling safe for casual evening strolls.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet with minimal foot traffic; remain mindful of vehicle security in unassigned parking bays.
Transit, parking and getting around
Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART) provides limited bus routes nearby along US-301 and Bloomingdale Avenue (such as Route 8), but frequency is low and the area lacks passenger rail connectivity.
Ample free surface parking is available in designated resident and guest spaces throughout the complex, and surrounding retail centers offer expansive free lots.
Things to do in Villages of Bloomingdale
- Walk or jog along the quiet, landscaped interior loops of the community
- Bike or run on the nearby Brandon Parkway Trail just a short drive north
- Sample local dining and craft brews along the bustling Bloomingdale Avenue corridor
Local favorites
- The Stein & Vine · Gastropub · 4.7★ (1420)Popular neighborhood spot serving inventive comfort food and an extensive rotating craft beer and wine selection.
- Ciccio Cali · California Restaurant · 4.6★ (1150)Casual, health-forward eatery offering rice bowls, fresh wraps, artisan pizzas, and craft juices.
- The Brass Tap · Pub · 4.4★ (890)Relaxed craft beer bar offering dozens of taps, pub fare, and sports viewing on patio screens.
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.