Is Cooper Valley safe?
Joshua, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Cooper Valley as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Cooper Valley
“Go. Cooper Valley in Joshua is a quiet, low-crime residential community where violent crime is rare and visitor safety concerns are minimal. While it lacks commercial attractions within walking distance, it offers a secure, peaceful exurban environment.”
About the area
Cooper Valley is a tranquil residential enclave located in the small city of Joshua in Johnson County, south of Fort Worth. The area features spacious single-family homes, wide roads, and open rural-suburban landscapes. Visitors typically pass through or stay with family, experiencing a calm community atmosphere.
- Quiet Suburb
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Spacious Lots
Walking and biking in Cooper Valley
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 18/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes, greenways, or bike-share stations in Cooper Valley, and cycling is limited to quiet subdivision roads.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime and property crime rates well below state and national benchmarks
- High homeownership rates and stable, well-maintained single-family properties
- Peaceful, low-density exurban setting with virtually no street disorder
Cons
- Complete car dependency with no direct access to municipal transit
- Limited street lighting along rural feeder roads after dark
- No commercial amenities or walkable retail within the immediate neighborhood
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Cooper Valley or the surrounding residential areas of Joshua.
What Cooper Valley is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and pleasant with school buses, morning dog walkers, and very light local traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet throughout the residential streets, feeling exceptionally safe and open.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential winding down with minimal activity outside private driveways and yards.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and silent with minimal traffic; personal safety remains high though street lighting is sparse.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no fixed-route public transit serving Cooper Valley or Joshua; City of Cleburne/Johnson County provides limited curb-to-curb demand-response transit (CityLink), but personal vehicles are required.
Parking is completely hassle-free with ample private driveways and unrestricted, free residential street parking throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in Cooper Valley
- Visit nearby Joshua City Park for open walking tracks, playgrounds, and community events
- Explore local antique and boutique shops along Main Street (TX-174)
- Take a short drive to Chisenhall Fields in neighboring Burleson for sports and nature trails
Local favorites
- Mimi's Cafe & Bakery · Bakery / American Cafe · 4.6★ (320)Beloved local spot serving hearty breakfast plates, country lunch specials, and homemade baked goods.
- Napoli's Italian Restaurant · Italian Restaurant · 4.4★ (510)Family-run Italian eatery offering classic pasta dishes, hand-tossed pizzas, and garlic rolls.
- The Purple Goat · American Grill & Bar · 4.3★ (460)Nearby gathering spot featuring burgers, wings, craft drafts, and a laid-back patio atmosphere.
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Common questions about Cooper Valley
Is Cooper Valley safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Cooper Valley a good place to live?
On safety, Cooper Valley scores 86/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Cooper Valley?
Walk score 12/100 and bike score 18/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Cooper Valley are safer?
Mountain Valley Lake Estates (90) score higher nearby.
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