It is never too late man! I do not know your age but @stickchumpion is 40+ and is still ripping! I say go for it. Even riding a skateboard will make you feel f*cking awesome.
I won't lie though, injuries are a really common thing in skating! Hehehe.
Yeah, the community is growing every day man. We have almost reached 90 followers and more than 20 active posters. Not bad for a niche community.
And yes, sliding a curb on a skateboard feel so f*cking good! Hehehe.
I've also debated a simple electric skateboard/longboard to get around my city. A bunch of people have them and they're so efficient. I would have to do a lot of basic training to get myself to a level of comfort before doing that, but it's an idea!
Go for it bro and you won't regret it! It is the most awesome way to move around the city! Eco-friendly, fast and of course you're gonna have so much fun!