Is Bent Tree Trails safe?
Dallas, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Bent Tree Trails as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Bent Tree Trails
“Go. Bent Tree Trails is a tranquil, affluent residential community in Far North Dallas with low violent crime rates and well-kept grounds. Visitors staying or visiting here will encounter a safe, suburban environment where standard precautions against occasional vehicle burglary are sufficient.”
About the area
Bent Tree Trails is an established residential neighborhood in Far North Dallas nestled between Addison and Plano, comprised primarily of manicured townhomes, condos, and single-family properties. The area offers easy access to major corporate corridors along the Dallas North Tollway and dining hubs in nearby Addison.
- Quiet Residential
- Suburban Enclave
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Bent Tree Trails
Walk score: 46/100 · Bike score: 44/100
No dockless bike-share programs operate directly in the residential area, and while neighborhood streets are calm for riding, major arterial roads lack dedicated bike lanes to access regional paths.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates than city and national averages
- High median household incomes exceeding $95,000 and low poverty rates
- Well-maintained properties with active homeowner associations and mature tree canopy
- Convenient driving access to the Dallas North Tollway and President George Bush Turnpike
Cons
- Car break-ins and property crimes occur intermittently in shared parking lots and condo carports
- Heavy arterial traffic on surrounding thoroughfares like Keller Springs and Preston Road
- Highly car-dependent layout with limited neighborhood commercial options within direct walking distance
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within the interior neighborhood, with rare panhandling limited to major commercial intersections along Dallas Parkway and Keller Springs Road.
What Bent Tree Trails 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 with minimal pedestrian activity and standard residential traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Well-lit and generally very safe for walking through the neighborhood subdivisions.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low-key with deserted streets, remaining generally secure although basic awareness of surroundings is recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) provides limited bus service along major perimeter corridors like Route 239 on Preston Road, but the nearest rail station (DART Silver Line in Addison or Green Line in Carrollton) requires a 10-to-15-minute drive.
Parking is abundant and free, with dedicated driveways, private garages, and open residential surface lots throughout the community.
Things to do in Bent Tree Trails
- Play a round of golf or attend events near the adjacent Bent Tree Country Club
- Walk or jog along the quiet, tree-lined residential streets and neighborhood greenbelts
- Explore the extensive dining and nightlife scene in neighboring Addison Circle, just minutes away
Local favorites
- Kenny's Wood Fired Grill · American Restaurant · 4.7★ (2350)Upscale neighborhood staple nearby serving wood-grilled steaks, seafood, and classic cocktails.
- Cindi's NY Deli & Bakery · Deli & Bakery · 4.5★ (1650)Popular local spot serving authentic New York-style pastrami, bagels, and breakfast classics.
- Nate's Seafood & Steakhouse · Cajun Restaurant · 4.6★ (2800)Longstanding regional venue offering crawfish, po'boys, steaks, and regular live blues music.
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Common questions about Bent Tree Trails
Is Bent Tree Trails safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Bent Tree Trails a good place to live?
On safety, Bent Tree Trails 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 Tree Trails?
Walk score 46/100 and bike score 44/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Bent Tree Trails are safer?
Prestonwood (88) score higher nearby.
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