Is Avondale (Fort Worth) safe?
Fort Worth, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Avondale (Fort Worth) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Avondale (Fort Worth)
“Go. Avondale is a safe, rapidly growing suburban and semi-rural community on the far northwest edge of Fort Worth. Visitors will encounter minimal crime risks, though commercial attractions within the neighborhood itself are sparse.”
About the area
Avondale is an evolving exurban district located along US-287 northwest of central Fort Worth, characterized by newer master-planned housing subdivisions and open acreage. It offers a quiet, family-oriented atmosphere with easy highway access to both Fort Worth and the Texas Motor Speedway corridor.
- Suburban / Exurban
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Sprawling
Walking and biking in Avondale (Fort Worth)
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 24/100
There is no Fort Worth Bike Sharing station in this area, and dedicated bike lanes are absent on arterial roads, limiting cycling to internal subdivision streets.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are notably lower than Fort Worth citywide averages.
- High rates of homeownership and solid household incomes support neighborhood stability.
- Spacious, modern residential developments with quiet residential streets.
Cons
- Occasional property crimes such as vehicle break-ins and package thefts in newer developments.
- Very car-dependent with virtually no walkability between residential pockets and retail centers.
- Fast traffic along US Highway 287 and Avondale-Haslet Road creates pedestrian hazards.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Avondale, with no encampments or panhandling hubs typically found in the area.
What Avondale (Fort Worth) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe with commuters departing via US-287 and residents jogging within subdivision cul-de-sacs.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and family-focused with school traffic and minimal pedestrian activity along major corridors.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential setting where suburban roads feel very safe, though street lighting is sparse outside subdivisions.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic and minimal street activity; general safety remains high, but poorly lit rural connectors warrant driving rather than walking.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is virtually nonexistent in Avondale; Trinity Metro does not operate fixed bus routes or rail service this far northwest, making personal vehicles essential.
Parking is abundant and universally free across all neighborhood strip malls, standalone businesses, and residential driveways.
Things to do in Avondale (Fort Worth)
- Explore the hiking trails and lakefront scenery at nearby Eagle Mountain Park.
- Attend NASCAR or INDYCAR racing events just a short drive northeast at Texas Motor Speedway.
- Browse local seasonal farm stands and equestrian centers throughout the northwest Tarrant County countryside.
Local favorites
- Big Joe's Pizza & Pasta · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (750)A neighborhood favorite serving hearty portions of classic New York-style pizza, calzones, and baked pastas.
- Los Molcajetes · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (920)Vibrant Tex-Mex outpost popular for sizzling fajitas, generous margaritas, and family-friendly dining.
- Eagle Mountain Farmhouse Cheese · Artisan Cheese Shop · 4.8★ (110)Local specialty creamery producing handcrafted Gouda and Trappist-style cheeses from grass-fed milk.
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Common questions about Avondale (Fort Worth)
Is Avondale (Fort Worth) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Avondale (Fort Worth) a good place to live?
On safety, Avondale (Fort Worth) scores 81/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Avondale (Fort Worth)?
Walk score 12/100 and bike score 24/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Avondale (Fort Worth) are safer?
Northwest Haslet (91), Sendera Ranch East (89), Vista Ranch (87) score higher nearby.
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