Is Clements Ranch safe?
Dallas, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Clements Ranch as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Clements Ranch
“Go. Clements Ranch is an exceptionally safe, peaceful master-planned suburban community in the outer Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. While strictly residential with little commercial activity, visitors staying with family or exploring the area can walk the neighborhood trails day or night with virtually no safety concerns.”
About the area
Clements Ranch is a modern, master-planned residential development in Kaufman County near Forney, built on the historic former ranch of Texas Governor Bill Clements. The neighborhood is characterized by neatly manicured streets, private community lakes, dedicated walking paths, and newly constructed single-family homes.
- Suburban / Planned
- Quiet & Peaceful
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Clements Ranch
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no municipal bike-share programs or regional commuter cycle tracks, but the subdivision features internal paved multi-use paths well suited for recreational biking.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to the broader Dallas metropolitan average
- High rate of owner-occupied housing with a modern, well-maintained housing stock and active HOA oversight
- Strong middle-to-upper household median incomes with exceptionally low poverty rates
- Quiet, family-oriented residential environment with dedicated neighborhood greenbelts and private ponds
Cons
- Zero commercial footprint within the development, requiring a drive for all retail, dining, and daily errands
- Completely car-dependent with no direct public transit or urban rail connectivity
- Isolated location along FM 548 can experience regional commuter bottleneck traffic during peak rush hours
Homelessness: Visible homelessness and encampments are virtually non-existent within this master-planned residential community.
What Clements Ranch is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with neighborhood runners, dog walkers, and school buses moving along well-lit residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with light neighborhood traffic, occasional landscape maintenance, and families utilizing the community parks.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued suburban atmosphere with residents relaxing on porches and walking the trails; completely safe for foot travel.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and dark with virtually zero through-traffic and excellent overall security throughout the subdivision.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is not available; Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) does not operate routes in this area, and the nearest DART light rail station is Downtown Rowlett Station approximately 18 miles to the northwest.
Free and abundant parking is available throughout the subdivision via private driveways, residential garages, and unrestricted curbside street parking.
Things to do in Clements Ranch
- Stroll or jog along the paved walking paths surrounding the community's scenic catch-and-release fishing lakes
- Spend an afternoon relaxing at the historic governor's mansion converted into a community amenity center and clubhouse
- Drive a short distance north to Lake Ray Hubbard for boating, lakeside dining, and shoreline park recreation
Local favorites
- The Shed · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)A popular nearby Forney gathering spot serving craft burgers, brisket sandwiches, and draft beer in a rustic open-air setup.
- Eno's Pizza Tavern - Forney · Pizza Restaurant · 4.4★ (920)Family-friendly dining venue in nearby downtown Forney offering thin-crust artisan pizzas, pasta, and regional craft beer.
- Crumb & Kettle · Bakery & Cafe · 4.8★ (210)Cozy local bakery specializing in artisan cakes, handcrafted pastries, and specialty espresso drinks.
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Common questions about Clements Ranch
Is Clements Ranch safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Clements Ranch a good place to live?
On safety, Clements Ranch scores 88/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Clements Ranch?
Walk score 12/100 and bike score 28/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Clements Ranch are safer?
Arbor Enclave (94) score higher nearby.
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