Is Werner Park safe?
Shreveport, Louisiana · safety score updated nightly
Not recommended for casual walking around, especially after dark.
VibeLoco rates Werner Park as “No-go after dark”.
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Gogo's take on Werner Park
“Skip unless you have a specific destination or family connection in the area. Werner Park struggles with above-average violent and property crime rates, alongside economic disinvestment and elevated residential vacancy. Visitors with general leisure or tourist itineraries should base themselves in safer, more vibrant parts of Shreveport.”
About the area
Werner Park is a historic, working-class residential neighborhood located in west-central Shreveport just north of Greenwood Road. It consists primarily of modest mid-century single-family homes, neighborhood churches, and local convenience stores, interspersed with vacant lots and aging infrastructure. While tight-knit community ties exist, economic distress and elevated crime rates make it an uncommon destination for outside visitors.
- Residential
- Quiet During Day
- Car-Dependent
- Economically Distressed
Walking and biking in Werner Park
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 38/100
Dedicated bike infrastructure is virtually nonexistent in the neighborhood, with no bike-share programs and no direct connections to Shreveport's Riverfront multi-use trails.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Centrally situated with direct roadway access to Greenwood Road and Interstate 20
- Contains Werner Park and community center offering recreation and open green space
- Active local churches and grassroots community advocacy groups
Cons
- Violent crime and property crime rates are significantly higher than national and state averages
- Poverty rate exceeds 35%, reflecting longstanding economic hardship
- Substantial residential vacancy and occasional blighted or abandoned properties
- Limited commercial dining, retail, and hospitality options for visitors
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is low within the interior residential streets, but individuals experiencing homelessness and occasional panhandling can be seen near commercial corridors along Greenwood Road and Hearne Avenue.
What Werner Park is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Relatively quiet with residents commuting and school traffic, generally manageable for walking with standard situational awareness.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Residential activity picks up around local parks and convenience stores; general vigilance is advised.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Activity tapers off quickly as daylight fades, and outdoor foot travel is not recommended for visitors.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Safety risks elevate noticeably due to poor lighting and increased likelihood of opportunistic crime or gunfire; travel should be vehicular only.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by SporTran, with bus routes along major thoroughfares such as Greenwood Road and Hearne Avenue connecting to the downtown Intermodal Terminal; there is no light rail or BRT service.
Free on-street parking is readily available along residential streets, and commercial lots have ample free surface parking; there are no parking meters or garages.
Things to do in Werner Park
- Visit the Werner Park Community Center for neighborhood sports and recreation facilities
- Attend a service or community outreach event at a historic local congregation
- Explore nearby historic Greenwood Cemetery just east of the neighborhood boundaries
Local favorites
- Orlandeaux's Café · Cajun/Creole Restaurant · 4.3★ (1120)Historic nearby spot famous for traditional Shreveport stuffed shrimp, gumbo, and soul food classics.
- Southern Classic Chicken · Fast Food · 4.5★ (890)Regional staple serving crispy, seasoned Louisiana fried chicken, fries, and sweet rolls.
- Country Girl Soul Food · Soul Food · 4.4★ (210)Locally loved casual diner serving generous portions of smothered pork chops, oxtails, and greens.
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Common questions about Werner Park
Is Werner Park safe to walk at night?
We don't recommend walking around casually after dark here; take a ride instead.
Is Werner Park a good place to live?
On safety, Werner Park scores 40/100 — among the lowest we score, so look closely at specific blocks before deciding to move.
How walkable is Werner Park?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Werner Park are safer?
Dorian Terrace (71), Lakeside Acres (71), Fairfield (Shreveport) (68) score higher nearby.
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