Is Brooklyn Village safe?
Forney, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Brooklyn Village as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Brooklyn Village
“Go. Brooklyn Village is a quiet, newly developed suburban residential neighborhood in Forney with very low violent crime and well-maintained single-family homes. While there is little for an outside tourist to do directly within the subdivision, it is an exceptionally safe and tranquil environment for visitors staying with family or renting accommodations.”
About the area
Brooklyn Village is a master-planned residential community located on the northern edge of Forney, Texas, featuring contemporary brick homes and quiet cul-de-sacs. The area is heavily car-dependent but offers easy vehicular access to retail centers along US Highway 80 and historic downtown Forney.
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet Suburb
- Car-Dependent
- New Construction
Walking and biking in Brooklyn Village
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 24/100
There are no dedicated on-street bike lanes or bike-share programs in the neighborhood, though the low-speed residential streets are suitable for casual neighborhood cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are negligible compared to both state and national averages
- High household incomes and strong homeownership rates promote well-maintained properties
- Peaceful, family-centric suburban layout with minimal cut-through traffic
- Quick driving access to major grocery stores, shopping plazas, and healthcare along US-80
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with virtually no walkable dining or entertainment options
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like unlocked vehicle burglaries common to outer suburbs
- Far eastern commute location leading to heavy traffic delays on Highway 80 during peak hours
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually nonexistent in Brooklyn Village and the surrounding residential subdivisions of Forney.
What Brooklyn Village is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and quiet with neighbors walking dogs and school buses circulating through the subdivision.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very calm with minimal vehicular traffic except for delivery vehicles and returning residents.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Active with families playing in yards and residents walking along residential sidewalks under good ambient light.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and safe, though isolated due to suburban darkness and lack of commercial activity.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is practically nonexistent here; Forney is outside the DART service area, and regional transit is limited to STAR Transit demand-response curb-to-curb service requiring advance booking.
Parking is exceptionally easy and free, with ample space on private driveways and wide residential streets with no meters or restrictions.
Things to do in Brooklyn Village
- Relax or picnic at the neighborhood green spaces and community park amenities
- Take a short drive to Forney Community Park to enjoy the splash pad, walking trails, and sports fields
- Explore the historic downtown Forney square for boutique shopping and community festivals
Local favorites
- The Shed Market · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.6★ (1150)Rustic, highly rated local spot serving classic Texas pit-smoked brisket, ribs, and down-home sides.
- Crumb & Kettle Bakery · Bakery & Cafe · 4.8★ (140)Charming local bakery offering custom cakes, artisanal pastries, and specialty espresso drinks.
- Eno's Pizza Tavern - Forney · Pizza Restaurant · 4.5★ (920)Popular gathering place in historic downtown Forney known for thin-crust artisan pizzas and craft beers.
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Common questions about Brooklyn Village
Is Brooklyn Village safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Brooklyn Village a good place to live?
On safety, Brooklyn Village scores 87/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Brooklyn Village?
Walk score 12/100 and bike score 24/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Brooklyn Village are safer?
Trails of Chestnut Meadows (90), Brookville Estates (88), The Villages of Fox Hollow (88) score higher nearby.
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