Goodwood comprises a largely residential neighborhood bounded by Florida Boulevard to the north, Jefferson Highway to the south, South Foster to the west and neighborhood Tara to the east.

BREC parks in the area include Independence Park and Goodwood Park.

The East Baton Rouge Parish Library Main Library is located in Independence Park.

The residential homeowners association is The Goodwood Property Owners Association.

The area includes many restaurants and businesses including Monjuni's, Superior Grill, Bistro Byronz, Whole Foods and many others.

Lasalle Elementary School is located in this neighborhood

Churches on Goodwood—