Is West Plantation Gardens safe?
Plantation, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates West Plantation Gardens as “Go”.
Gogo's take on West Plantation Gardens
“Go. West Plantation Gardens is a stable, quiet, and established suburban neighborhood with low violent crime rates and well-maintained properties. Visitors will find a tranquil residential environment where standard suburban situational awareness is all that is required.”
About the area
West Plantation Gardens is a mature suburban community in central Broward County characterized by sprawling ranch-style homes, lush tropical landscaping, and quiet residential streets. It offers a relaxed residential ambiance in close proximity to major retail and dining hubs along University Drive and Broward Boulevard.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in West Plantation Gardens
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 51/100
Biking is common along residential neighborhood streets, though dedicated bike lanes are mostly limited to major surrounding perimeter avenues rather than connected protected trail systems.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are consistently well below the Broward County and national averages
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes with well-manicured yards and active community pride
- Solid median household income and low poverty rates indicative of economic stability
- Close proximity to city parks, golf courses, and emergency municipal services
Cons
- Suburban layout creates reliance on vehicles, with limited sidewalks on some internal streets
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like unlocked vehicle burglaries near main thoroughfares
- Heavier traffic and congestion along bordering arterial roads during peak rush hours
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within the interior residential streets of West Plantation Gardens, with only occasional individuals observed near major commercial transit stops along Broward Boulevard.
What West Plantation Gardens is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking dogs, and commuting to work in broad daylight.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and safe with standard residential traffic and maintenance crews throughout the neighborhood.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and family-oriented as residents return home, remaining very safe for an evening walk.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low-key and quiet with minimal street traffic, feeling safe though dim lighting requires standard caution.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) provides bus service along perimeter routes such as Route 22 and Route 81, but internal residential streets are car-dependent without direct rail access.
Ample free private driveway parking throughout the residential blocks, with unrestricted free street parking subject to standard municipal overnight regulations.
Things to do in West Plantation Gardens
- Relax and play sports at nearby Plantation Central Park featuring vast athletic fields and aquatic facilities
- Stroll the shaded residential roadways and admire mature South Florida banyan and palm trees
- Browse local boutiques and dining options at the nearby Broward Mall and surrounding shopping plazas
Local favorites
- Mustard Seed Bistro · American Restaurant · 4.6★ (820)Cozy, upscale bistro offering seasonal American dishes, artisanal desserts, and fine wine pairings.
- Jacaranda Pizzeria · Pizza Restaurant · 4.5★ (650)Longtime local spot serving classic New York-style thin-crust pizza, calzones, and Italian pasta favorites.
- Ella Cafe · Coffee & Bakery · 4.7★ (510)Charming daytime cafe featuring specialty espresso drinks, fresh pastries, and light brunch bites.
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.