Is Westfield safe?
Orlando, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Westfield as “Caution”.
Gogo's take on Westfield
“Go with care. Westfield is an established, working-class residential neighborhood in West Orlando with few attractions specifically for tourists. While its interior streets are generally calm during daylight hours, proximity to higher-crime commercial corridors along West Colonial Drive warrants basic vigilance and secure vehicle parking.”
Occasional property offenses, vehicle burglaries, and isolated violent incidents along adjacent arterial corridors in West Orlando maintain an active Orlando Police Department patrol presence.
About the area
Westfield is a suburban-style residential enclave in West Orlando, characterized by mid-century single-family homes, modest lot sizes, and quiet side streets. It sits bordered by Lake Mann to the south and major arterials like Old Winter Garden Road and SR 50, providing straightforward vehicle access across the metro area.
- Quiet Residential
- Working-Class
- Car-Dependent
- Mid-Century Suburb
Walking and biking in Westfield
Walk score: 44/100 · Bike score: 48/100
Internal streets have light traffic for casual cycling, but dedicated bike lanes are sparse on main corridors; the Pine Hills Trail and Barnett Park recreational paths are accessible a short ride to the north.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Relatively peaceful, low-traffic interior residential streets during the day
- Convenient direct access to SR 408 (East-West Expressway) and SR 50 (Colonial Drive)
- Close proximity to Lake Mann water views and local community parks
- Affordable local dining options representing Caribbean and Southern cuisines
Cons
- Property crime and vehicle theft rates sit above the national and metro benchmarks
- Lower median household income and higher poverty indicators than Orange County averages
- Commercial borders on major avenues experience sporadic late-night safety issues
- Lack of pedestrian-oriented retail or designated nightlife within the neighborhood proper
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is generally absent within the residential cul-de-sacs and streets, but individuals experiencing homelessness and occasional panhandling can be observed near transit stops and shopping plazas along West Colonial Drive.
What Westfield is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Mornings are calm and safe for walking or driving, with residents commuting to work and school.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Afternoons are generally quiet on residential blocks, though traffic thickens on bordering thoroughfares.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Evenings remain mostly subdued, though walking alone along major road perimeters is less advisable.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Late nights carry elevated safety concerns due to sparse street lighting and higher risks of property crime.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by LYNX bus service with routes along West Colonial Drive and Old Winter Garden Road (such as Routes 20 and 21). The nearest SunRail commuter train hub is LYNX Central Station in Downtown Orlando, roughly 4 miles to the east.
Residential street parking is readily available and free throughout the neighborhood, and nearby commercial strip malls provide ample free surface parking lots.
Things to do in Westfield
- Spend a quiet afternoon relaxing near the waterfront areas of nearby Lake Mann
- Sample regional Caribbean cuisine and specialty baked goods along West Colonial Drive
- Attend community events, festivals, or expos hosted at the adjacent Central Florida Fairgrounds
Local favorites
- Caribbean Sunshine Bakery · Caribbean Bakery & Restaurant · 4.3★ (1820)Popular local staple serving classic Jamaican patties, jerk chicken, and fresh baked specialties.
- Singh's Roti Shop & Bar · Trinidadian Restaurant · 4.4★ (1540)Lively destination known for authentic roti, curry dishes, doubles, and West Indian fare.
- Taqueria Ameca · Mexican Restaurant · 4.5★ (980)Unfussy eatery turning out traditional tacos, tortas, and authentic Mexican plates.
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.