Is West Davie safe?
Davie, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates West Davie as “Go”.
Gogo's take on West Davie
“Go. West Davie is an exceptionally safe, affluent suburban and semi-rural area characterized by gated communities, equestrian ranches, and expansive parks. Violent crime is rare, making it a peaceful stop for outdoor recreation and family visits, provided you have a vehicle.”
About the area
West Davie blends sprawling suburban master-planned developments with lush equestrian estates and county parks along the edge of the Everglades. The community is well-maintained, affluent, and quiet, offering a relaxed retreat from the denser coastal hubs of South Florida.
- Suburban / Residential
- Equestrian / Semi-Rural
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in West Davie
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 38/100
While there are no bike-share docking stations, recreational cycling is popular on paved multi-use paths inside regional parks and along canal greenways.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are among the lowest in Broward County
- High median household incomes exceeding $110,000 and high rates of homeownership
- Quiet, family-oriented neighborhoods with active community surveillance and low traffic density
Cons
- Extremely car-dependent with virtually no practical walkability between commercial hubs and residential areas
- Occasional vehicle burglaries targeting unlocked cars in residential driveways
- Limited street lighting along rural and equestrian corridors after dark
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically nonexistent in West Davie due to its strictly residential, gated, and semi-rural land use.
What West Davie is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with joggers, cyclists, and dog walkers along neighborhood paths and park trails.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with standard suburban traffic along major arteries like Griffin Road and Flamingo Road.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Serene and exceptionally safe, though pedestrian activity quickly winds down outside of strip mall retail plazas.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and quiet across the residential neighborhoods, with virtually no safety concerns beyond poor lighting on rural roads.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) operates sparse bus routes such as Route 16 on Griffin Road and Route 23 on Flamingo Road, but service intervals are long and there is no direct rail connection.
Parking is abundant and completely free across retail plazas, community centers, and municipal parks, with no metered parking zones.
Things to do in West Davie
- Explore nature trails and equestrian facilities at Robbins Lodge Park
- Paddle kayak and canoe trails through the wetlands at West Lake Park or nearby Tree Tops Park
- Watch rodeo competitions and community events at the Bergeron Rodeo Grounds nearby
Local favorites
- Vienna Wine Bar · European Restaurant · 4.6★ (850)Upscale dining establishment known for classic European fare and an extensive wine list.
- Kristof's Kafe · Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)Beloved local daytime eatery serving hearty classic breakfast platters, omelets, and pancakes.
- Flashback Diner · Diner · 4.3★ (3200)Retro 24-hour style diner serving comfort food classics, baked goods, and milkshakes.
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.
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