Is Wedgefield safe?
Orlando, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Wedgefield as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Wedgefield
“Go. Wedgefield is a peaceful, sprawling rural-suburban enclave in East Orange County that offers exceptional safety from violent and property crime. While very quiet and lacking typical urban attractions, it is an inviting area for outdoor recreation, golfing, and nature enthusiasts.”
About the area
Wedgefield, historically known as Cape Orlando or Rocket City, is an expansive community characterized by large acreage lots, equestrian properties, and an 18-hole golf course. Located along State Road 520 between Orlando and the Space Coast, it combines rural tranquility with suburban custom homes.
- Rural / Equestrian
- Golf Community
- Quiet & Spread Out
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Wedgefield
Walk score: 7/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no dedicated municipal bike-share programs or protected on-street bike lanes, though the low-traffic residential roads and nearby Hal Scott Preserve trails are popular for recreational and gravel biking.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to greater Orlando metro averages.
- High rate of homeownership (exceeding 85%) on spacious 1- to 5-acre residential parcels.
- Strong median household income levels above the regional median with negligible poverty rates.
- Immediate access to extensive hiking, horseback riding, and nature trails at adjacent Hal Scott Regional Preserve.
Cons
- Extreme car dependence with virtually no commercial retail or dining within walking distance.
- Unlit rural roads and potential wildlife encounters (deer, wild hogs) during night driving.
- Historical resident complaints regarding private water utility rates and service (Pluris Wedgefield).
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Wedgefield due to its remote rural location, lack of public transit, and absence of commercial corridors or social services.
What Wedgefield is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and scenic as residents walk dogs or head out for morning jogs along wide residential roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet with light local traffic and golfers enjoying the course; completely safe for visitors.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential dusk with minimal activity outside of the golf clubhouse restaurant.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and peaceful with little to no foot traffic; street lighting is sparse, so carry a flashlight if walking.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is virtually nonexistent in Wedgefield. The regional transit agency LYNX does not operate fixed-route bus service directly into the neighborhood, and the nearest SunRail commuter station is over 25 miles away in downtown Orlando.
Parking is exceptionally easy with abundant free parking at the golf clubhouse, trailheads, and private driveways throughout the neighborhood. Street parking is rarely needed and there are no metered zones or parking garages.
Things to do in Wedgefield
- Hike, birdwatch, or trail ride through the sprawling 9,000-acre Hal Scott Regional Preserve and Park bordering the neighborhood.
- Play a round of 18 holes among native pine woods and wetlands at Wedgefield Golf Club.
- Enjoy casual dining and community events with golf course views at The Taproom at Wedgefield.
Local favorites
- Wedgefield Golf Club · Golf Course · 4.1★ (380)An 18-hole championship golf facility with open fairways, water hazards, and a full practice range.
- The Taproom at Wedgefield · American Restaurant · 4.3★ (165)The neighborhood's central gathering spot serving classic pub fare, craft beers, and weekend entertainment.
- Hal Scott Preserve Trailhead · Nature Preserve · 4.6★ (310)Protected wilderness offering miles of undisturbed multi-use trails along the Econlockhatchee River basin.
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.