Is Bent Creek (Cleburne) safe?
Cleburne, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Bent Creek (Cleburne) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Bent Creek (Cleburne)
“Go. Bent Creek is a quiet, well-maintained residential neighborhood in Cleburne with minimal crime and a calm suburban setting. While primarily residential with few commercial attractions inside the subdivision, visitors will find a very safe and welcoming environment.”
About the area
Bent Creek is an established suburban neighborhood in Cleburne featuring single-family brick homes, landscaped yards, and low-traffic streets. It offers a tranquil, family-oriented atmosphere situated just a short drive from Cleburne's local dining, parks, and regional highway connectors.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet Residential
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Bent Creek (Cleburne)
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 26/100
There are no bike-share kiosks or designated bike lanes in the neighborhood, but interior subdivision streets have low speed limits suitable for casual leisure riding.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Consistently low rates of violent crime and low neighborhood property crime
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes with well-maintained properties
- Peaceful residential street network with minimal cut-through vehicle traffic
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with no walkable commercial amenities inside the neighborhood
- Lack of scheduled fixed-route mass transit options
- Minimal evening activity or nightlife within the immediate vicinity
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable factor in Bent Creek, as unhoused populations and social services in Johnson County are situated further away near central commercial corridors.
What Bent Creek (Cleburne) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and safe, with residents walking dogs and departing for morning work commutes along quiet streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Peaceful and orderly with light local traffic and occasional neighborhood utility or delivery vehicles.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet atmosphere as families return home; walking through the subdivision feels secure and relaxing.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and quiet with virtually zero foot traffic, remaining secure against violent incidents.
Transit, parking and getting around
Cleburne is served by Johnson County Transit (City Transit Services), which offers on-demand curb-to-curb shared-ride van service; there are no fixed-route bus lines or regional rail stations in the area.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, consisting of private home driveways and ample unrestricted, free curbside parking along residential streets.
Things to do in Bent Creek (Cleburne)
- Take a quiet morning jog or evening walk through the residential loops and cul-de-sacs.
- Play a round of golf at the nearby municipal Cleburne Golf Links overlooking Lake Pat Cleburne.
- Catch local youth baseball and soccer matches at the nearby Cleburne Sports Complex.
Local favorites
- Grumps Burgers · Hamburger Restaurant · 4.6★ (1850)Beloved local burger joint known for fresh gourmet patties, seasoned fries, and a laid-back Texas vibe.
- Pastafina · Italian Restaurant · 4.4★ (1240)Casual, family-owned Italian eatery serving generous portions of classic pasta, garlic rolls, and pizza.
- Burger Bar · Fast Food Restaurant · 4.7★ (1120)Historic walk-up burger stand operating since 1949, serving classic griddled smashburgers.
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Common questions about Bent Creek (Cleburne)
Is Bent Creek (Cleburne) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Bent Creek (Cleburne) a good place to live?
On safety, Bent Creek (Cleburne) scores 84/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Bent Creek (Cleburne)?
Walk score 14/100 and bike score 26/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Bent Creek (Cleburne) are safer?
Bent Creek (Cleburne) scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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