Winding Wood IX, Clearwater
Updated June 22, 2026 · 40 residents
Winding Wood IX is a semi-rural neighborhood in Clearwater characterized by its upscale visual appeal and high walkability. Residents enjoy a lively suburban atmosphere with easy access to diverse dining and retail options, though the area experiences steady traffic noise and occasional air quality challenges.
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About Winding Wood IX
Winding Wood IX offers a distinct semi-rural environment within Clearwater, defined by its spacious residential properties and well-maintained surroundings. The area provides a polished aesthetic that stands out for its visual appeal while maintaining a highly walkable layout. Residents benefit from a lively suburban hub, with easy access to a variety of independent shops and international dining options that contribute to a vibrant local energy according to iHuus data.
While the neighborhood offers significant benefits, prospective residents should consider certain trade-offs. The area experiences a consistent level of traffic noise from nearby streets and faces occasional air quality challenges. However, the community maintains stable health insurance coverage and a balanced demographic profile. Families are served by the Pinellas County School District, which is recognized for strong academic performance and financial resilience despite ongoing enrollment shifts across the region.
Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities
Residential spacing offers a balanced level of seclusion with some buffer between neighbors. This degree of privacy is slightly higher than the Clearwater average, according to iHuus data.
Sidewalks and safe crossings make navigating the area on foot easy; this level of accessibility is higher than the Clearwater average according to iHuus data.
Large residential properties and frequent upscale amenities provide a more polished aesthetic than the Clearwater average. According to iHuus data, spacious driveways and well-maintained surroundings contribute to an enhanced visual environment.
Nearby greenery and public park access provide decent opportunities for pet owners, though these amenities are slightly below the Clearwater average according to iHuus data.
Scattered homes and frequent open woodlands characterize this area. This balance of residential space and natural landscape aligns with the typical density found throughout Clearwater.
Active streets and a diverse range of nearby dining and retail options provide a much higher level of energy than the Clearwater average. Residents can access various international cuisines and independent shops within a highly walkable area, according to iHuus data.
A consistent hum of local traffic originates from a nearby busy street, though the level of acoustic disturbance is comparable to the Clearwater average.
Frequent unhealthy air quality levels pose a significant risk to sensitive groups. According to iHuus data, this area experiences air quality similar to the Clearwater average.
Residents can expect a primarily residential atmosphere with only light commercial activity nearby. According to iHuus data, the area lacks heavy industry and maintains an environment slightly cleaner than the Clearwater average.
Health insurance coverage among residents is high and slightly above the Clearwater average, according to iHuus data.
Political leanings in this area are distributed fairly evenly between conservative and liberal perspectives. This landscape is slightly more balanced than the broader Clearwater average, according to iHuus data.
Residents live alongside a balanced mix of young adults, families, and older individuals. According to iHuus data, this demographic spread is slightly more varied than the Clearwater average.
Residual flood risk exists within this area, though safety levels remain higher than the Clearwater average according to iHuus data.
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| Dimension | Winding Wood IX | Alcove Homeowners Association, Inc |
|---|---|---|
| 🚶 Walkabilityavg 7.25 | ||
| 🔊 Acoustic Comfortavg 4.07 | ||
| 🤫 Privacy Indexavg 5.66 | ||
| 🎨 Visual Appealavg 6.72 | ||
| 🐕 Dog Friendlinessavg 6.21 | ||
| 🗺️ Urban-Rural Indexavg 6.51 | ||
| ✨ Neighborhood Vibeavg 4.03 | ||
| 🏥 Health Insurance Coverageavg 6.32 | ||
| 🌿 Air Qualityavg 1.98 | ||
| 🏭 Industrial Proximityavg 7.82 | ||
| 🌊 Flood Safetyavg 5.71 | ||
| 🗳️ Ideological Leanavg 3.22 | ||
| 👥 Population Age Profileavg 5.73 | ||
| 🔥 Fire Safety | ||
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Winding Wood IX Rankings
School Districts Serving Winding Wood IX
Pinellas County School District stands as a Solid/Stable community institution characterized by strong academic achievements and deep voter support, even as it navigates significant demographic shifts. Leadership is highly stable; Superintendent Kevin Hendrick, a 25-year district veteran, seamlessly succeeded a decade-long superintendent in 2022. This continuity is mirrored in the community's financial trust. In November 2024, voters overwhelmingly approved doubling the local option school property tax millage to support teacher salaries and arts programs, a clear signal of public backing. The district boasts an overall A grade from the state, anchored by prestigious flagship institutions like Palm Harbor University High and East Lake High. However, the district faces a notable headwind: a long-term decline in student enrollment driven by rising local housing costs and lower birth rates. This trend has prompted a proactive Planning for Progress initiative, resulting in the planned closure and consolidation of several underutilized campuses. While these closures and occasional localized book-ban controversies present operational challenges, the district's robust financial health and academic excellence keep it highly resilient.
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Below average outcomes; significant attendance and academic challenges.
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