Is Broadstone Parkway safe?
Farmers Branch, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Broadstone Parkway as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Broadstone Parkway
“Go. Broadstone Parkway is a modern, quiet suburban development in Farmers Branch that offers a secure and peaceful environment for visitors. Violent crime is exceptionally low, though standard vigilance regarding vehicle property crime is sensible.”
About the area
Broadstone Parkway is part of the master-planned Mercer Crossing community in western Farmers Branch, characterized by contemporary apartment complexes, townhomes, and manicured water features. It caters mainly to young professionals and families seeking a calm suburban base close to the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex job centers. The surroundings are quiet, clean, and dominated by residential and corporate campus developments.
- Suburban Master-Planned
- Quiet & Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Corporate & Modern
Walking and biking in Broadstone Parkway
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There is no local public bike-share system, but internal neighborhood paths are suitable for recreational cycling, with access to the Campion Trail network a short drive southwest.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rate compared to the broader Dallas-Fort Worth metro average
- Modern, well-maintained housing stock and luxury multi-family communities with controlled access
- High household median incomes and strong economic stability across the immediate census tract
- Convenient highway access to I-635 and President George Bush Turnpike
Cons
- Periodic vehicle break-ins typical of large apartment garage complexes and surface parking lots
- Very low pedestrian infrastructure, requiring a vehicle for almost all errands and dining
- Bordered by industrial parks and high-speed multi-lane parkways on outer edges
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent along Broadstone Parkway and within the Mercer Crossing development. Any occasional unhoused individuals in the wider area are generally concentrated closer to major highway underpasses or regional DART stations.
What Broadstone Parkway is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with residents jogging or walking dogs along the internal community paths.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and low-key with light local traffic and standard delivery vehicles moving through.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential feel with well-lit community streets and low foot traffic.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very tranquil with minimal activity; walking through residential complexes feels secure, though outer roadways are deserted.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is managed by DART, but service directly on Broadstone Parkway is extremely limited. The nearest DART rail station is the Farmers Branch Green Line Station, located about 3 miles east and best accessed via ride-share or car.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the area, utilizing dedicated surface parking lots and private residential garage decks.
Things to do in Broadstone Parkway
- Stroll along the landscaped ponds and trails within the Mercer Crossing community
- Visit the nearby Farmers Branch Historical Park for local heritage and seasonal events
- Play a round of golf or practice at the nearby Luna Vista Golf Course
Local favorites
- Roots Southern Table · Southern Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)Celebrated upscale Southern cuisine crafted by Chef Tiffany Derry located just a short drive away.
- Cattleack Barbeque · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.8★ (2300)Top-tier Texas barbecue known statewide for exceptional smoked brisket and ribs.
- Starbucks - Mercer Crossing · Coffee Shop · 4.2★ (210)Convenient, modern cafe spot for morning commutes and remote work.
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Common questions about Broadstone Parkway
Is Broadstone Parkway safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Broadstone Parkway a good place to live?
On safety, Broadstone Parkway 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 Broadstone Parkway?
Walk score 28/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Broadstone Parkway are safer?
Preston Racquet Club (87), Wooded Creek (84), Inwood (Dallas) (83) score higher nearby.
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