Is Ashford St. Cloud safe?
Houston, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Ashford St. Cloud as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Ashford St. Cloud
“Go. Ashford St. Cloud is a quiet, established residential neighborhood in West Houston with relatively low violent crime compared to the wider metro. Visitors should maintain standard vehicle security precautions along commercial corridors like Dairy Ashford and Westheimer Road.”
About the area
Located in Houston's Westchase / Energy Corridor vicinity, Ashford St. Cloud is an established enclave characterized by mature trees and 1970s-era single-family homes. While primarily residential, it offers quick access to the diverse international dining options along Westheimer Road and outdoor trails along Buffalo Bayou.
- Suburban
- Quiet / Tree-Lined
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Ashford St. Cloud
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 48/100
While neighborhood streets are calm enough for cycling, dedicated protected lanes are rare; however, connection to the extensive Terry Hershey Park trail system is just a short ride north.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates than Houston citywide averages
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes fostering neighborhood stability
- Close proximity to the Energy Corridor employment hub and Terry Hershey Park trails
- Convenient access to diverse dining along Westheimer Road
Cons
- Property crime, particularly vehicle break-ins, occurs near perimeter arterial roads
- Completely car-dependent layout requiring a vehicle for most daily tasks
- Prone to localized street flooding during severe Gulf Coast storm events
- Lack of immediate walkable entertainment within the residential core
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the residential core, though occasional panhandling and unhoused individuals can be seen near major intersections along Westheimer Road.
What Ashford St. Cloud is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with residents walking dogs and commuting along residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet within the neighborhood, with modest traffic increasing along peripheral arterials.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Generally safe for neighborhood strolls; basic awareness is recommended around shopping centers along Dairy Ashford.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet residential streets with very low foot traffic; parking vehicles in secure driveways or garages is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
METRO Houston operates local bus routes (such as Route 82 Westheimer and Route 26 Long Point/Cavendish connections) along major boundary streets, but there is no nearby light rail or BRT service.
Parking is abundant and free, with ample residential curbside parking and spacious surface lots at all commercial plazas.
Things to do in Ashford St. Cloud
- Bike or walk along the nearby Terry Hershey Park Hike and Bike Trail
- Explore the global dining corridors along nearby Westheimer and Kirkwood
- Visit the nearby Ray Miller Park for neighborhood recreation and walking paths
Local favorites
- Pho Huy · Vietnamese Restaurant · 4.5★ (420)Popular local strip-mall spot serving hearty bowls of traditional beef pho and banh mi.
- Roostar Vietnamese Grill · Casual Eatery · 4.7★ (1850)Well-regarded West Houston counter-serve known for gourmet banh mi and crispy wings.
- Fellini Caffe · Cafe & Bakery · 4.6★ (510)Charming nearby Italian coffee shop offering artisanal espresso, pastries, and light bites.
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Common questions about Ashford St. Cloud
Is Ashford St. Cloud safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Ashford St. Cloud a good place to live?
On safety, Ashford St. Cloud scores 72/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Ashford St. Cloud?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 48/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Ashford St. Cloud are safer?
Ashford St. Cloud scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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