Is Bell Gateway Village safe?
Plano, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Bell Gateway Village as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Bell Gateway Village
“Go. Bell Gateway Village is a modern, affluent residential and commercial node in West Plano with exceptionally low violent crime. It offers a clean, well-monitored suburban environment that is safe for visitors day and night, though having a car is essential.”
About the area
Bell Gateway Village is a contemporary master-planned apartment and commercial enclave located along the Dallas North Tollway corridor in West Plano. The area is characterized by luxury mid-rise residential complexes, corporate office parks, and manicured suburban retail strips. It provides convenient access to major North Texas business headquarters and upscale dining hubs.
- Suburban Affluence
- Master-Planned
- Corporate Hub
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Bell Gateway Village
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 48/100
No dockless bike-share programs operate here, but nearby suburban connector paths offer cycling access to Plano's expansive trail network, including sections of the White Rock Creek Trail.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Exceptionally low rates of violent and severe crime consistent with West Plano
- High local median household income exceeding $110,000 with very low poverty rates
- Modern, professionally managed apartment developments with controlled-access security
- Pristine public infrastructure, clean grounds, and well-maintained streetscapes
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as vehicle break-ins in parking lots
- High car dependency requiring driving for almost all daily errands
- Substantial vehicular congestion along nearby Dallas Parkway and arterial intersections
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is essentially negligible within Bell Gateway Village, with no encampments and only very rare panhandling at major distant freeway underpasses.
What Bell Gateway Village is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking pets, and commuting to nearby corporate campuses.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy with business professionals and shoppers visiting local restaurants and office centers in a very secure environment.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and well-illuminated around multi-family residential complexes and adjacent retail plazas.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet with minimal foot traffic; highly safe, though standard caution around surface parking lots is prudent.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit service is provided by Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) with limited bus coverage on major arterials; the nearest DART light rail connection is Parker Road Station, approximately nine miles east.
Parking is abundant and free, consisting of large surface lots at commercial plazas and dedicated multi-level parking decks for apartment residents and visitors.
Things to do in Bell Gateway Village
- Dine and shop at surrounding multi-use retail and restaurant centers along Dallas Parkway
- Take a jog or fitness walk along the landscaped neighborhood paths and sidewalk network
- Make a short five-minute drive north to explore the vibrant Legacy West shopping and dining district
Local favorites
- Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (7500)Popular farm-to-fork eatery serving scratch-made comfort dishes and craft cocktails in a rustic setting.
- Black Walnut Cafe · Cafe & Bistro · 4.3★ (2200)Casual neighborhood cafe known for hearty breakfasts, fresh sandwiches, and specialty coffee drinks.
- Seasons 52 · New American Restaurant · 4.5★ (3100)Polished grill and wine bar featuring a seasonally rotating menu and oak-fire cooking.
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Common questions about Bell Gateway Village
Is Bell Gateway Village safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Bell Gateway Village a good place to live?
On safety, Bell Gateway Village scores 90/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Bell Gateway Village?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 48/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Bell Gateway Village are safer?
Bell Gateway Village scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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