Is Bethard (Garland) safe?
Garland, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Bethard (Garland) as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Bethard (Garland)
“Go with care. Bethard is a quiet, predominantly residential post-war suburb with low violent crime against visitors, though routine vehicle property crimes occur along peripheral thoroughfares. Daytime visits are straightforward, but nighttime walking along outer commercial strips warrants standard suburban vigilance.”
About the area
Bethard is an established, modest mid-century residential neighborhood in southern Garland, Texas. Dominated by single-family ranch homes and local green spaces, it offers a working-class suburban environment with quick road connectivity to regional retail corridors.
- Suburban
- Quiet
- Car-Dependent
- Working-Class
Walking and biking in Bethard (Garland)
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 45/100
There are no municipal bike-share stations or dedicated on-street bike lanes, though the low-speed interior residential grid allows for casual neighborhood cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Quiet residential streets with stable single-family occupancy and low violent crime
- Neighborhood green space available at Bethard Park for outdoor recreation
- High vehicle availability and direct vehicular access to I-635 and LBJ Freeway corridors
- Modest cost of living with lower commercial congestion than central Dallas
Cons
- Opportunistic vehicle break-ins and property theft reported across local streets
- Suburban auto-centric street design with limited sidewalks on peripheral roads
- Aging housing stock and older strip retail plazas along bordering corridors
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the interior residential blocks, though individuals experiencing homelessness are occasionally observed near bus stops and commercial plazas along Garland Avenue.
What Bethard (Garland) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Mornings are calm and safe, characterized by school commutes, dog walkers, and light residential traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Afternoons are peaceful within interior residential streets, with routine activity around local parks.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Evenings are generally quiet, though visibility decreases on side streets lacking bright street lighting.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Late nights are very low-traffic; while violent crime is rare, occasional car prowling makes walking unlit roads less advisable.
Transit, parking and getting around
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) operates local bus routes along peripheral arterials such as Garland Avenue and Miller Road; the nearest rail hub is the Downtown Garland DART Station (Blue Line), located approximately 2.5 miles to the north.
Parking is abundant and free, with private driveways and wide residential curbs available throughout the neighborhood without meters or time restrictions.
Things to do in Bethard (Garland)
- Spend a relaxing afternoon at Bethard Park enjoying the playground and open fields
- Sample diverse authentic dining spots along the Garland Avenue corridor
- Take a short drive north to explore the historic Downtown Garland square and cultural events
Local favorites
- Garland Cafe · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)Casual neighborhood diner known for classic homestyle breakfasts, chicken fried steak, and coffee.
- Taqueria El Sol De Jalisco · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (560)Popular local eatery serving traditional Mexican street tacos, fajitas, and hearty combo platters.
- Hubbard's Cubbard · Southern Restaurant · 4.4★ (1280)Longstanding Garland staple offering scratch-made Southern comfort food, classic pies, and morning fare.
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Common questions about Bethard (Garland)
Is Bethard (Garland) safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Bethard (Garland) a good place to live?
On safety, Bethard (Garland) scores 71/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Bethard (Garland)?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 45/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Bethard (Garland) are safer?
Lakeridge Heights (75) score higher nearby.
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