Is Clearcroft safe?
Houston, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Clearcroft as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Clearcroft
“Go with care. Clearcroft is a quiet, modest residential enclave in southeast Houston that poses few dangers during normal daylight hours. Visitors should remain mindful of vehicle-related property crime and exercise standard precautions after dark.”
About the area
Clearcroft is a quiet, mid-century to 1970s single-family residential subdivision situated in the Southbelt / Ellington region of Houston. It offers quiet suburban streets with convenient proximity to Interstate 45, Beltway 8, and the retail corridors along Scarsdale Boulevard.
- Suburban Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet Streets
- Modest / Established
Walking and biking in Clearcroft
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 42/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes within the subdivision, but nearby connections exist along the Southbelt Hike and Bike Trail along local bayous; no Houston BCycle stations operate in this sector.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Lower violent crime rates compared to Houston citywide averages
- Primarily owner-occupied, single-family homes with settled residential blocks
- Quick vehicular access to major regional corridors like Beltway 8 and I-45
- Close proximity to Southbelt shopping, dining, and local neighborhood parks
Cons
- Elevated risk of catalytic converter theft and overnight vehicle break-ins
- Limited pedestrian infrastructure with missing sidewalks on several internal streets
- Heavily car-dependent with minimal destinations reachable on foot
- Spillover property crime from busier commercial strips along major thoroughfares
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is low within the residential blocks of Clearcroft, with occasional individuals seeking assistance near major intersections along Scarsdale Boulevard and I-45.
What Clearcroft is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents heading to work and children heading to local schools; safe for morning walks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet throughout the residential blocks with typical residential traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Streets wind down early, though street lighting is patchy on secondary blocks so stay alert.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet with low foot traffic, but isolated opportunistic property crime makes walking late not recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by METRO Houston, primarily serving the perimeter via Route 88 (Sagemont) and Route 247 on regional corridors; there is no rail or BRT nearby.
Parking is completely free and widely available via private driveways and unrestricted curbside street parking throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in Clearcroft
- Explore the walking paths and green space at nearby Beverly Hills Park
- Browse authentic local culinary offerings along Scarsdale Boulevard and Beamer Road
- Take a short drive to the Southbelt Hike and Bike Trail for outdoor recreation
Local favorites
- Taqueria Arandas · Mexican Restaurant · 4.1★ (1150)Longstanding local staple serving traditional tacos, tortas, and hearty breakfast platters.
- Frenchy's Chicken · Southern / Fast Casual · 4.0★ (780)Famous Houston-area chain popular for spicy Creole-style fried chicken and sides.
- Pho Binh 59 South / Southbelt · Vietnamese Restaurant · 4.5★ (620)Relaxed eatery dishing out fragrant beef pho and classic Vietnamese specialties.
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Common questions about Clearcroft
Is Clearcroft safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Clearcroft a good place to live?
On safety, Clearcroft scores 72/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Clearcroft?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 42/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Clearcroft are safer?
Stillwater Cove (82) score higher nearby.
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