Is Waco, TX safe?
It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 28 Waco neighborhoods we score (average 75/100), 20 are comfortable to walk around with normal awareness and 8 call for more care, especially after dark. Green means comfortable on foot; red means we would not walk it casually.
What makes up this score?Safest neighborhoods in Waco
- 1South Bosque· WacoSouth Bosque is an upscale, quiet suburban pocket located in southwestern Waco near Woodway. Dominated by spacious single-family homes, manicured…92Go
- 2Callan Village· WacoCallan Village is a master-planned residential development located along the southwestern edge of Waco near the Woodway and Hewitt borders. Known for…92Go
- 3Ritchie (Waco)· WacoSituated along the western suburban edge of Waco near the Woodway border, Ritchie is characterized by modern single-family subdivisions, acreage…91Go
- 4Speegleville· WacoSpeegleville is a low-density, semi-rural community in McLennan County situated right along Lake Waco. Characterized by lakeside parks, ranchettes…90Go
- 5Cole's Crossing· WacoCole's Crossing is a modern suburban enclave in southwest Waco near the Woodway and Hewitt borders, defined by manicured single-family homes and…88Go
All Waco neighborhoods by safety score
Go — 13 areas
Comfortable to walk around, day or evening.
- South Bosque· WacoSouth Bosque is an upscale, quiet suburban pocket located in southwestern Waco near Woodway. Dominated by spacious single-family homes, manicured…92Go
- Callan Village· WacoCallan Village is a master-planned residential development located along the southwestern edge of Waco near the Woodway and Hewitt borders. Known for…92Go
- Ritchie (Waco)· WacoSituated along the western suburban edge of Waco near the Woodway border, Ritchie is characterized by modern single-family subdivisions, acreage…91Go
- Speegleville· WacoSpeegleville is a low-density, semi-rural community in McLennan County situated right along Lake Waco. Characterized by lakeside parks, ranchettes…90Go
- Cole's Crossing· WacoCole's Crossing is a modern suburban enclave in southwest Waco near the Woodway and Hewitt borders, defined by manicured single-family homes and…88Go
- Bosqueville· WacoSituated just north of Waco along FM 1637, Bosqueville is a historic semi-rural community anchored by its independent school district and proximity…88Go
- Eichelberger Crossing· WacoEichelberger Crossing encompasses semi-rural acreage and emerging residential subdivisions situated along Eichelberger Crossing Road and the North…86Go
- Lake Waco· WacoLake Waco encompasses the scenic reservoir shoreline, US Army Corps of Engineers parks, and affluent residential enclaves in West Waco and Woodway…86Go
- Pecan Ridge· WacoPecan Ridge is a tranquil, planned suburban community in southwestern Waco near the Hewitt and Woodway borders. The neighborhood is composed…85Go
- Bosqueville (Waco)· WacoLocated just north of Lake Waco along the Bosque River corridor, Bosqueville is an unincorporated community with a tranquil, rural-suburban…84Go
- Waterford Village· WacoWaterford Village is a modern residential neighborhood situated in West Waco near the Woodway border. Characterized by well-kept single-family homes…83Go
- Castle Heights· WacoCastle Heights is an established early-to-mid-20th-century residential district in central Waco known for grand historic estates, Tudor Revival…82Go
- Baylor· WacoCentering around Baylor University, this vibrant campus neighborhood features stately brick architecture, lush green spaces, and riverside amenities…80Go
Go, stay aware — 7 areas
Fine with normal city awareness.
- Cameron Park· WacoEncompassing over 400 acres along the confluence of the Brazos and Bosque Rivers, Cameron Park features rugged limestone cliffs, dense woodlands, and…78Go, stay aware
- Dean Highland· WacoDean Highland is one of Waco's established mid-century residential neighborhoods, characterized by historic cottages, mature pecan trees, and quiet…76Go, stay aware
- Erath· WacoErath is a modest, primarily residential neighborhood situated in South Waco just south of the Baylor University campus and near the LaSalle Avenue…71Go, stay aware
- Wardlaw· WacoWardlaw is an established residential neighborhood characterized by mid-20th-century ranch-style homes, mature trees, and easy access to Waco's major…70Go, stay aware
- Downtown Waco· WacoDowntown Waco has transformed over the past decade into a bustling tourist and dining destination anchored by the Brazos River and Magnolia Market at…70Go, stay aware
- Beverly (Waco)· WacoBeverly is an established, mid-century residential neighborhood situated between central Waco and the enclave of Beverly Hills. Characterized by…67Go, stay aware
- Jewell· WacoJewell is an established South Waco residential neighborhood characterized by mid-century modest single-family homes, mature trees, and proximity to…65Go, stay aware
Caution — 8 areas
Go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
- Provident Heights· WacoProvident Heights is an established mid-century residential neighborhood situated between Waco Drive and Bosque Boulevard. It features older…64Caution
- Ocaw· WacoOCAW is a mixed residential, working-class, and student-adjacent neighborhood situated between LaSalle Avenue and the Baylor University corridor in…61Caution
- Sanger Heights· WacoSanger Heights is one of Waco's oldest central neighborhoods, featuring historic craftsman bungalows, Victorian residences, and an active Latino…60Caution
- South Waco· WacoSouth Waco is a historic, predominantly residential and light-commercial district situated south of downtown and west of the Brazos River. It…58Caution
- Kendrick (Waco)· WacoKendrick is a modest, mid-century residential neighborhood situated in South Waco just south of the historic Waco Traffic Circle. It consists…57Caution
- East Waco· WacoLocated just across the Brazos River from Downtown Waco, East Waco is a historic community experiencing significant revitalization alongside…56Caution
- North Waco· WacoNorth Waco is a historic, working-class residential district featuring mid-century bungalows, vibrant Hispanic-owned commercial strips along North…56Caution
- Brook Oaks· WacoBrook Oaks is a historic, diverse inner-city neighborhood situated just northwest of Downtown Waco and south of Cameron Park. It features a mix of…54Caution
Waco safety questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Waco?
South Bosque scores highest at 92/100, followed by Callan Village (92) and Ritchie (Waco) (91).
Is Waco safe to walk at night?
In the 13 green-rated areas, generally yes with normal awareness. In the 8 orange or red areas, stick to busy, lit streets or take a ride after dark.
Which Waco areas should visitors be careful in?
Our lowest-scoring areas are Brook Oaks (54), North Waco (56), East Waco (56). Visit in daylight and stay on the main streets.
How does VibeLoco score Waco neighborhoods?
Each score blends recent reported crime and local news with Census data on income, poverty and housing, refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately.