Is Broadmoor safe?
Gulfport, Mississippi · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Broadmoor as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Broadmoor
“Go. West De Buys 3 is a relaxed, largely residential and commercial coastal neighborhood on the eastern edge of Gulfport near the Biloxi border. Violent crime is relatively low compared to urban cores, making it generally comfortable for visitors, though standard vigilance regarding vehicle security is recommended along busy commercial corridors.”
About the area
West De Buys 3 sits strategically between Gulfport and Biloxi, stretching inland from the scenic coastal strip of Beach Boulevard up past Pass Road. It features a mix of quiet mid-century single-family homes, apartment complexes, and convenient local dining and retail hubs. Visitors often pass through or stay here for easy access to beaches, military facilities, and adjacent Biloxi attractions.
- Coastal Suburban
- Car-Dependent
- Relaxed
- Residential / Commercial Mix
Walking and biking in Broadmoor
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 48/100
There is no dedicated municipal bike-share system, but the paved path running along US-90 provides direct coastal cycling access between Gulfport and Biloxi.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Lower violent crime rates compared to downtown and northern sectors of Gulfport
- Prime proximity to the Mississippi Sound beaches and Gulf Coast attractions
- Stable residential fabric with established single-family homes and high vehicle access
- Convenient access to major regional corridors including US-90 and Pass Road
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property theft and vehicle break-ins along commercial stretches
- Car-centric arterial roads like Pass Road lack continuous pedestrian infrastructure
- Pockets of aging rental properties with higher turnover rates
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in the interior residential streets, though individuals experiencing homelessness are occasionally seen near major intersections along Pass Road and US-90.
What Broadmoor is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and quiet, with early joggers along the coastline and light commuter traffic on Pass Road.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Active and generally very safe, with regular customer traffic visiting local retail and restaurants.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm in residential quarters, though extra road awareness is needed along high-speed commercial roads.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and low-key; standard precautions apply around unlit parking areas and commercial plazas.
Transit, parking and getting around
Coast Transit Authority (CTA) operates Route 34 (Pass Road) and the Beach Casino Hopper along Highway 90, providing basic daytime bus connections between Gulfport and Biloxi.
Ample free surface parking is available at nearly all shopping centers, restaurants, and public beach access areas along Highway 90.
Things to do in Broadmoor
- Relax on the expansive sands of Gulfport Beach along Highway 90
- Dine on fresh Gulf seafood along the Pass Road and coastal restaurant corridors
- Take a short drive east to explore the historic Biloxi Lighthouse and nearby coastal museums
Local favorites
- Felix's Restaurant & Oyster Bar · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (3200)Popular waterfront eatery serving chargrilled oysters, po'boys, and classic Gulf seafood with sound views.
- Slap Ya Momma's BBQ · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.4★ (1850)Laid-back smokehouse offering tender ribs, pulled pork, and hearty Southern sides near the beach.
- Coast Roast Coffee · Coffee Shop · 4.6★ (310)Local artisan roaster serving specialty espresso drinks, pastries, and house-roasted beans.
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.