Is West Golf Estates safe?
Lauderdale Lakes, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates West Golf Estates as “Caution”.
Gogo's take on West Golf Estates
“Go with care. West Golf Estates is a quiet, modest residential enclave, but it borders commercial corridors that experience elevated property crime and occasional violent incidents. Visitors visiting friends or nearby attractions should remain aware of their surroundings, particularly after dark, and practice standard vehicle security.”
About the area
West Golf Estates is an established, predominantly residential neighborhood in Lauderdale Lakes characterized by single-family ranch-style homes and modest mid-century housing. While the interior residential blocks are relatively peaceful, the community sits near heavily trafficked thoroughfares featuring diverse Caribbean dining and retail options.
- Suburban Enclave
- Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet
Walking and biking in West Golf Estates
Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 52/100
The neighborhood lacks dedicated bike lanes, requiring cyclists to share the road on neighborhood streets. There are no direct connections to major regional greenways or multi-use trails.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Primarily quiet, low-traffic residential interior streets
- Close proximity to Vincent Torres Memorial Park and local community facilities
- High rates of settled, long-term homeowners compared to adjacent rental-heavy pockets
Cons
- Elevated property crime rates, including opportunistic vehicle break-ins, compared to county averages
- Poverty rates in the broader Lauderdale Lakes municipality hover around 20%, impacting local infrastructure investment
- Peripheral arterial corridors experience higher rates of traffic accidents and occasional street-level incidents
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the residential streets of West Golf Estates itself, but individuals experiencing homelessness and occasional panhandling are seen near bus stops and strip plazas along State Road 7 and Oakland Park Boulevard.
What West Golf Estates is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and calm as residents commute to work, with occasional neighborhood walkers and light local traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Generally quiet in the residential streets, though commercial edges become busier with shopping and errands.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Activity winds down quickly in the interior blocks, creating a low-key atmosphere with standard awareness advised.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Streets are very quiet and dimly lit in spots; walking around late is generally not advised due to limited foot traffic.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) provides bus service nearby, primarily along Route 72 on Oakland Park Boulevard and Route 18 along State Road 7. The nearest rail option is the Fort Lauderdale Tri-Rail/Brightline stations located approximately 6 miles to the southeast.
Driveway parking is standard throughout the single-family residential blocks, and street parking regulations are enforced by municipal codes. Commercial plazas along the perimeter offer free and ample surface lot parking.
Things to do in West Golf Estates
- Enjoy outdoor recreational facilities and sports courts at nearby Vincent Torres Memorial Park
- Sample authentic Jamaican and Caribbean cuisine along the adjacent Oakland Park Boulevard corridor
- Visit the Lauderdale Lakes Multi-Purpose Center for community arts and seasonal cultural events
Local favorites
- Dutch Pot Jamaican Restaurant · Jamaican Restaurant · 4.1★ (1150)Popular local staple serving classic jerk chicken, oxtail, and hearty Caribbean side dishes.
- Silver Pond Restaurant · Chinese Restaurant · 4.4★ (890)Long-standing spot renowned across Broward for authentic Cantonese cuisine and seafood specials.
- Joy's Roti Delight · Trinidadian Restaurant · 4.5★ (1280)Lauded counter-service eatery offering authentic Trinidadian rotis, doubles, and curries.
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.