Is West Jacaranda safe?
Plantation, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates West Jacaranda as “Go”.
Gogo's take on West Jacaranda
“Go. West Jacaranda is a very safe, peaceful suburban enclave characterized by established single-family homes, golf fairways, and quiet residential loops. Visitors will encounter minimal crime risks, with incidents mostly limited to opportunistic vehicle break-ins in shopping plaza parking lots.”
About the area
West Jacaranda is a scenic, master-planned residential community in western Plantation centered around the Jacaranda Golf Club and tranquil canal networks. It features lush tropical greenery, well-maintained subdivisions, and easy access to shopping and recreation along Cleary Boulevard and Pine Island Road.
- Suburban Oasis
- Family-Friendly
- Golf Community
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in West Jacaranda
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 48/100
While internal neighborhood streets are comfortable for casual cycling, dedicated bike lanes on major thoroughfares are sporadic, and no municipal bike-share system operates in the immediate area.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly below both the Florida state and national averages
- High homeownership rates and stable median household incomes exceeding $85,000
- Well-maintained, low-traffic neighborhood roads and quiet suburban environment
- Close proximity to Plantation Central Park and premium recreational amenities
Cons
- Occasional property crimes such as unlocked vehicle break-ins and package theft
- Heavily car-dependent with limited pedestrian infrastructure on major arterial borders
- Poor public transit connectivity to major South Florida employment or tourist hubs
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in the residential neighborhoods of West Jacaranda, with occasional individuals only observed near major arterial bus stops or commercial intersections.
What West Jacaranda is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, joggers, and golfers heading out along neighborhood sidewalks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet residential feel with light local traffic and standard activity around nearby retail plazas.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and safe for evening strolls through residential subdivisions, though arterial roads see commuter traffic.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet with virtually no foot traffic; exceptionally safe, though standard awareness is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) provides bus service along perimeter routes like Route 30 on Broward Boulevard and Route 88 on Pine Island Road, but there is no direct rail station within walking distance.
Parking is exceptionally easy and free throughout the area, with large commercial surface lots and plentiful residential driveway and street parking.
Things to do in West Jacaranda
- Play a round of golf on the championship East or West courses at Jacaranda Golf Club
- Enjoy tennis, pickleball, and sports fields at the adjacent Plantation Central Park
- Take a relaxing stroll along the landscaped canal paths and neighborhood lakes
Local favorites
- Jacaranda Golf Club · Golf Course & Country Club · 4.5★ (1280)Renowned 36-hole championship facility offering impeccably maintained greens and dining at the 19th Hole.
- Vienna Wine Bar · Fine Dining Restaurant · 4.6★ (460)Intimate, upscale European-inspired bistro serving Continental dishes, steaks, and an extensive wine list.
- Mojo Donuts · Donut Shop & Bakery · 4.7★ (2150)Acclaimed local bakery nearby crafting inventive, gourmet sweet and savory donut varieties.
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.