Is Westlake Village safe?
Clearwater, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Westlake Village as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Westlake Village
“Go. Westlake Village is a peaceful, established suburban neighborhood in northern Clearwater that is very safe for residents and visitors alike. Violent crime is rare, and the area primarily consists of well-kept residential streets, parks, and quiet subdivisions. Visitors will find it relaxed and secure, though having a car is essential.”
About the area
Westlake Village is a leafy, primarily residential community in north Clearwater near the Dunedin and Palm Harbor borders. Known for mature oaks, single-family homes, and community recreation facilities, it offers a laid-back suburban atmosphere. It serves as a comfortable, low-stress base for exploring Pinellas County beaches, parks, and nearby town centers.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Westlake Village
Walk score: 34/100 · Bike score: 48/100
Neighborhood streets are quiet for cycling, and the famous 45-mile Pinellas Trail is accessible just a short bike ride west toward Dunedin.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than both the national and Clearwater city averages
- High rate of owner-occupied homes and well-maintained residential properties
- Quiet, tree-shaded streets with minimal thru-traffic within residential cul-de-sacs
- Quick driving access to downtown Dunedin, Honeymoon Island, and Clearwater Beach
Cons
- Car-dependent with very few commercial amenities located within direct walking distance
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked car burglaries reported along perimeter roads
- Limited public transit connectivity compared to central Clearwater
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within Westlake Village, with occasional unhoused individuals only occasionally seen near major commercial corridors along US Highway 19.
What Westlake Village is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with local residents walking dogs, jogging, and heading out for morning commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and residential with light local traffic and high visibility across open streets.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and safe, with neighbors strolling the suburban blocks in a comfortable, relaxed environment.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and low-activity, requiring normal suburban situational awareness but remaining safe.
Transit, parking and getting around
Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) provides local bus service along nearby arterial corridors like US-19 and Belcher Road (Routes 19 and 62), though routes do not run through the interior of the subdivision and frequency is limited.
Parking is exceptionally easy, with ample free driveway and garage space throughout the neighborhood and unrestricted curbside parking on residential streets.
Things to do in Westlake Village
- Walk or jog along the neighborhood greenways and surrounding suburban trail connections
- Play tennis, pickleball, or swim at the neighborhood community recreation facilities
- Take a short drive to nearby Honeymoon Island State Park for pristine Gulf Coast beaches and nature trails
Local favorites
- Lenny's Restaurant · Diner · 4.6★ (4650)A legendary Clearwater breakfast institution serving generous omelets, bakery baskets, and comfort classics.
- Clear Sky Draught Haus · Gastropub · 4.6★ (2350)Popular nearby dining spot in neighboring Dunedin featuring an extensive craft beer list and creative pub fare.
- Rumba Island Bar & Grill · Seafood Restaurant · 4.4★ (4820)Vibrant Caribbean-themed eatery offering fresh seafood, rum cocktails, and outdoor tiki seating.
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.