Is Bluehaven safe?
Amarillo, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Bluehaven as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Bluehaven
“Go. Bluehaven is a calm, established residential neighborhood in southwest Amarillo with violent crime rates well below the citywide average. Visitors will find a typical suburban environment where standard vehicle and property awareness is sufficient for a safe stay.”
About the area
Bluehaven is a quiet, mid-century residential neighborhood in southwest Amarillo characterized by tidy single-family brick ranch homes and mature landscaping. It offers a relaxed residential retreat while remaining closely connected by car to key commercial corridors along Western Street and Interstate 40.
- Quiet Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Mid-Century Suburban
Walking and biking in Bluehaven
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 44/100
There are no bike-share programs or dedicated bike lanes in Bluehaven, though flat terrain and low-speed residential streets make casual neighborhood cycling easy.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than Amarillo's citywide average
- High homeownership rate and stable residential community
- Quick vehicular access to shopping, dining, and medical hubs along Western Street and I-40
- Low vacancy rates with well-maintained properties and quiet streets
Cons
- Occasional property crimes such as vehicle prowls and package theft
- Virtually car-dependent infrastructure with limited continuous sidewalks
- No cultural attractions or nightlife located directly inside the subdivision
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually absent within the interior residential blocks of Bluehaven, with services and unsheltered populations concentrated closer to downtown Amarillo and major highway corridors.
What Bluehaven is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and pleasant with residents walking pets and heading to work, feeling very safe.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet suburban atmosphere with light local traffic and excellent visibility.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and family-oriented as residents return home; safe for evening strolls.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and tranquil with minimal activity; safety remains good, though locking parked vehicles is standard precaution.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by Amarillo City Transit (ACT), which operates limited bus routes along major peripheral roads like Western Street and 34th Avenue; there is no rail or BRT service.
Parking is abundant and entirely free, with plenty of private driveway space and easy, unrestricted curbside street parking throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in Bluehaven
- Enjoy a morning run or walk through the quiet residential streets
- Visit nearby Austin Park or Paramount Park for outdoor recreation and open green space
- Explore local dining and shopping along the adjacent Western Street commercial strip
Local favorites
- Calico County Restaurant · Southern Restaurant · 4.5★ (3250)Long-running local institution serving homestyle Southern comfort fare and famous fresh-baked cinnamon rolls.
- Blue Sky Texas · Hamburger Restaurant · 4.6★ (2580)Popular regional outpost offering fresh-ground burgers, hand-battered onion rings, and milkshakes.
- Roasters Coffee & Tea · Coffee Shop · 4.6★ (1150)Beloved local specialty roaster serving espresso drinks, cold brew, and pastries in a relaxed setting.
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Common questions about Bluehaven
Is Bluehaven safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Bluehaven a good place to live?
On safety, Bluehaven scores 80/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Bluehaven?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 44/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Bluehaven are safer?
Zita (84), Coulter Acres (81) score higher nearby.
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