Is Weston safe?
Weston, Florida · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Weston as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Weston
“Go. Weston is widely recognized as one of the safest master-planned cities in Florida and the nation, characterized by exceptionally low violent crime and meticulously maintained public spaces. Visitors can explore parks, upscale dining, and residential areas with virtually zero safety concerns day or night.”
About the area
Located along the edge of the Florida Everglades in southwest Broward County, Weston is a master-planned suburban enclave known for its lush landscaping, gated subdivisions, and top-tier public amenities. It caters heavily to families and active outdoors enthusiasts seeking a quiet, manicured retreat.
- Master-Planned
- Family-Friendly
- Suburban / Quiet
- Lush Landscaping
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Weston
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 52/100
While commercial bike-share docks are not present, Weston features wide sidewalks, dedicated multi-use paths along major boulevards, and direct access to the Everglades levee trail and Markham Park mountain bike courses.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent and property crime rates are among the lowest in Florida, bolstered by proactive local policing and private community security.
- Affluent economic foundation with median household incomes well exceeding $130,000 and poverty below 6%.
- Extensively maintained municipal parks, sports complexes, and walking/jogging trails.
- Extremely low housing vacancy and high pride of ownership throughout all neighborhoods.
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with sprawling distances between commercial plazas and residential areas.
- Occasional opportunistic vehicle burglaries targeting unlocked cars in residential driveways.
- Limited late-night entertainment and minimal cultural nightlife options.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in Weston due to suburban layout, private community security, and municipal enforcement; social services and emergency shelters are located in eastern Broward County cities.
What Weston is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and busy with joggers, cyclists, and school drop-offs along beautifully landscaped thoroughfares; completely safe.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and residential with active commercial plazas and parks; very safe for solo travelers and families.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and pleasant with family dining concentrated around Weston Town Center and strip plazas; exceptionally secure.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely tranquil and dark across suburban cul-de-sacs with negligible street activity and minimal safety risk.
Transit, parking and getting around
Broward County Transit (BCT) operates limited local bus service (Route 23) connecting Weston to Pembroke Pines and Fort Lauderdale, but there is no rail or BRT access, making a personal vehicle or rideshare practically essential.
Parking is abundant and almost entirely free across shopping plazas, public parks, and commercial districts; private gated neighborhoods strictly restrict street parking for non-residents.
Things to do in Weston
- Stroll, dine, or shop along the waterfront at Weston Town Center.
- Explore the extensive nature trails and recreational facilities at Markham Park on the city's northern border.
- Bike, rollerblade, or play tennis at the 102-acre Weston Regional Park.
Local favorites
- Bocaditos Bistro · Latin Fusion / Bistro · 4.7★ (1150)A cozy, stylish dining spot in Weston Town Center known for Venezuelan-inspired small plates and artisanal coffees.
- Graziano's Market Weston · Argentine Steakhouse & Market · 4.5★ (1420)Popular Argentine eatery offering prime cuts, specialty wine, gourmet empanadas, and imported pantry items.
- Bellini Italian Bistro · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (880)Classic trattoria serving homemade pasta, seafood, and authentic regional Italian entrees in an upscale atmosphere.
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.