Is West Dixie Bend safe?
Coconut Creek, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates West Dixie Bend as “Go”.
Gogo's take on West Dixie Bend
“Go. West Dixie Bend is a quiet, low-crime suburban residential pocket on the eastern edge of Coconut Creek. Visitors will find a peaceful, family-oriented neighborhood with well-maintained homes and minimal street-level disturbances. Standard suburban awareness around major thoroughfares is all that is needed.”
About the area
West Dixie Bend is a laid-back residential enclave positioned near Coconut Creek's eastern boundary adjacent to northern Broward County's commercial arteries. The area features mid-century to late-20th-century single-family homes, modest townhouses, and convenient access to local parks and retail strips. It offers a calm, distinctly suburban atmosphere with low violent crime rates.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet Residential
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in West Dixie Bend
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 53/100
There is no municipal bike-share system, but residential streets are low-stress for cycling, and nearby paved multi-use paths connect to Tradewinds Park.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly below both Florida and national medians
- Stable residential base with high homeownership and well-maintained properties
- Proximity to regional parks, nature centers, and family-friendly amenities
Cons
- Occasional vehicle break-ins and property crimes along nearby commercial thoroughfares
- Car dependency requires personal vehicle access for nearly all errands and dining
- Higher vehicle traffic and noise near major perimeter corridors like Dixie Highway
Homelessness: Homelessness is not a notable presence within the residential interior, with only sporadic individuals observed along major commercial retail intersections on Dixie Highway.
What West Dixie Bend is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with locals jogging, walking dogs, and commuting along quiet residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and family-oriented, with routine suburban traffic and very low risk of incident.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential setting where walking remains safe, though lighting can be sparse on interior side streets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very tranquil with virtually no foot traffic; remains generally safe, though standard caution along main arterial roads is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) provides bus service along Sample Road and Dixie Highway via Routes 10, 34, and 83. The nearest commuter rail is the Pompano Beach Tri-Rail Station, situated roughly 3 miles southeast.
Residential parking is effortless with private driveways and ample street parking, while commercial plazas offer free, large surface parking lots.
Things to do in West Dixie Bend
- Explore native Florida flora and butterfly habitats at nearby Butterfly World in Tradewinds Park
- Enjoy outdoor walking trails, sports courts, and playgrounds at George S. Gerber Memorial Park
- Browse open-air dining, retail, and entertainment options at the nearby Promenade at Coconut Creek
Local favorites
- Wings Plus Coconut Creek · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (1150)Longtime local casual staple famous for wings, burgers, and sports viewing.
- La Perla Tapatia · Mexican Restaurant · 4.5★ (680)Neighborhood favorite serving authentic Mexican tacos, platters, and margaritas.
- Lester's Diner · Diner · 4.3★ (2400)Classic South Florida retro diner serving hearty breakfast staples and homestyle comfort food.
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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