Is Cole's Crossing (Bellmead) safe?
Bellmead, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Cole's Crossing (Bellmead) as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Cole's Crossing (Bellmead)
“Go with care. Cole's Crossing is an ordinary working-class residential subdivision, but the surrounding municipality of Bellmead deals with elevated property crime and opportunistic vehicle thefts. Visitors staying locally will find daylight hours uneventful, though standard vehicle safety precautions and situational awareness after dark are advised.”
About the area
Cole's Crossing is a modest, quiet residential neighborhood located in the suburban city of Bellmead, just northeast of Waco. The area consists primarily of single-family homes and residential streets situated close to regional corridors like US-84 and I-35. It serves primarily as a commuter pocket with straightforward vehicular access to greater Waco attractions.
- Suburban Pocket
- Car-Dependent
- Working-Class
- Quiet Residential
Walking and biking in Cole's Crossing (Bellmead)
Walk score: 22/100 · Bike score: 34/100
There are no municipal bike-share programs or dedicated bike lanes in the neighborhood; cyclists must share lanes on roads lacking bicycle infrastructure.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Interior residential streets experience low through-traffic and generally quiet neighborhood conditions.
- Quick vehicular access to major thoroughfares like US-84, State Highway 31, and Interstate 35.
- High household vehicle availability allows easy connectivity to the broader McLennan County region.
Cons
- Bellmead exhibits property crime and vehicle theft rates notably higher than Texas state averages.
- Lower median household income and higher poverty rates compared to McLennan County as a whole.
- Inconsistent street lighting and sidewalk infrastructure along neighborhood perimeter roads.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent inside the residential streets of Cole's Crossing, though occasional individuals or panhandling can be observed near interstate access ramps along I-35 and Bellmead Drive.
What Cole's Crossing (Bellmead) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and standard as residents depart for work, school, and daily commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet suburban environment with minimal foot traffic and light local vehicle movement.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Settles down quickly at dusk, though patchy sidewalk coverage makes road walking less practical.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Generally still and dark; caution is advised due to poor visibility and potential property crime risks.
Transit, parking and getting around
Waco Transit System provides limited fixed-route bus service (Route 8) along the Bellmead Drive corridor connecting to the downtown Waco terminal. There is no passenger rail or BRT, and headways are wide.
Parking is completely free and easy to find, primarily utilizing private driveways and unrestricted residential curbsides.
Things to do in Cole's Crossing (Bellmead)
- Enjoy the playgrounds, pavilions, and sports fields at nearby Brame Park in Bellmead.
- Visit the nearby campus of Texas State Technical College (TSTC) Waco.
- Take a short 10-minute drive into Waco to explore the Cameron Park Zoo and Brazos River trails.
Local favorites
- Taqueria El Crucero · Mexican Restaurant · 4.6★ (1250)Beloved neighborhood Mexican eatery known for generous breakfast tacos, hearty tortas, and authentic salsa.
- George's Restaurant #2 · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (3400)Outpost of a celebrated local institution dishing out Texas comfort staples like chicken-fried steak and cold drinks.
- Sam's Southern Eatery Bellmead · Southern Restaurant · 4.3★ (780)Down-home diner serving generous platters of fried catfish, jumbo shrimp, and classic Southern sides.
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Common questions about Cole's Crossing (Bellmead)
Is Cole's Crossing (Bellmead) safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Cole's Crossing (Bellmead) a good place to live?
On safety, Cole's Crossing (Bellmead) scores 66/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Cole's Crossing (Bellmead)?
Walk score 22/100 and bike score 34/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Cole's Crossing (Bellmead) are safer?
Cole's Crossing (88), Bosqueville (88) score higher nearby.
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