Is Aventerra safe?
Dallas, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Aventerra as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Aventerra
“Go with care. Aventerra is a quiet, predominantly residential suburban community with lower crime rates than central Dallas. While safe for a casual visit or residential stay, there are virtually no dedicated tourist attractions within its borders.”
About the area
Located in the outer southeastern section of Dallas, Aventerra is an established suburban neighborhood comprised mostly of single-family subdivisions built from the 2000s onward. It offers a tranquil, secluded atmosphere characterized by broad residential streets, family homes, and immediate proximity to rural-fringe greenery.
- Suburban Enclave
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet
Walking and biking in Aventerra
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 26/100
There are no bike-share stations or dedicated on-street bike lanes within the subdivision, though quiet internal streets are suitable for casual neighborhood cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to the broader Dallas metropolitan average.
- High rate of single-family homeownership creating a stable residential atmosphere.
- Spacious, low-traffic neighborhood streets with minimal through-traffic.
Cons
- Isolated location requiring a car for all dining, retail, and entertainment needs.
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as vehicle break-ins and package theft.
- Poor pedestrian infrastructure and sidewalk connectivity along main arterial roads.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is negligible within the residential tracts, with only occasional panhandling observed near major highway intersections several miles away.
What Aventerra is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents heading to work and children waiting for school buses.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet suburban streets with minimal activity and excellent general safety.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm atmosphere with neighbors walking dogs and families spending time in front yards.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and dark with virtually no pedestrian activity, requiring standard caution due to limited street lighting.
Transit, parking and getting around
Transit access is provided by Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) via localized on-demand GoLink zones and limited bus routes along US-175, with no nearby DART Rail stations.
Parking is exceptionally easy, with plentiful free residential street parking, private driveways, and large complimentary surface lots at nearby retail strips.
Things to do in Aventerra
- Explore the wetland trails and birdwatching boardwalks at the nearby Trinity River Audubon Center.
- Spend a recreation afternoon walking or picnicking across the open greenspaces of Crawford Memorial Park.
- Take a short drive to the Seagoville Sports Complex for community sports fields and walking paths.
Local favorites
- Heads or Tails Cajun Crawfish · Cajun Restaurant · 4.4★ (420)Popular local spot serving spicy boiled crawfish, shrimp baskets, and authentic Southern sides.
- Taqueria El Arriero · Mexican Restaurant · 4.5★ (310)Neighborhood eatery known for street tacos, hearty tortas, and flavorful homemade salsas.
- Hickory House Barbecue · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.3★ (560)Down-home roadside joint dishing up smoked brisket, ribs, and classic Texas BBQ fixings.
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Common questions about Aventerra
Is Aventerra safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Aventerra a good place to live?
On safety, Aventerra scores 74/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Aventerra?
Walk score 14/100 and bike score 26/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Aventerra are safer?
Kerr Park (Farmers Branch) (80), Sparkman (79) score higher nearby.
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