Is Coronado safe?
Lubbock, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Coronado as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Coronado
“Go. Coronado is a stable, established mid-century residential neighborhood in west-central Lubbock that offers a safe and quiet environment for visitors. While property crime rates reflect general urban averages for Lubbock, violent crime is low and standard residential precautions are sufficient.”
About the area
Coronado is a traditional, suburban-style neighborhood centered around Coronado High School and several neighborhood parks in central-west Lubbock. Developed primarily between the 1950s and 1970s, it features ranch-style homes, mature trees, and easy access to shopping centers along 34th Street and Slide Road.
- Mid-Century Residential
- Quiet & Suburban
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Coronado
Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 52/100
There is no citywide bike-share system in this area; while interior residential streets are calm enough for cycling, dedicated bike lanes connecting to regional trails are sparse.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than Lubbock's eastern and central core neighborhoods
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes with well-maintained properties
- Close proximity to major retail corridors and medical centers in west Lubbock
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins along commercial edges
- Aging infrastructure and inconsistent sidewalk continuity throughout residential interior blocks
- High vehicular traffic along boundary arterial corridors like Slide Road and 34th Street
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the residential heart of Coronado, though occasional individuals or panhandlers may be seen along major retail intersections on Slide Road or 34th Street.
What Coronado is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, joggers, and school-bound traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet interior streets with moderate commercial buzz along the boundary roads.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm residential atmosphere where residents walk their pets and streets remain well-lit.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic; generally peaceful, though standard precautions against car break-ins apply.
Transit, parking and getting around
Citibus provides limited fixed-route bus service along boundary thoroughfares such as Route 5 and Route 12 on 34th Street and Slide Road; Lubbock has no passenger rail or BRT systems.
Free and ample street parking is readily available throughout residential streets, with large free surface parking lots at all neighborhood shopping plazas.
Things to do in Coronado
- Take a relaxing stroll or have a picnic at Leftwich Park around its central playa lake
- Shop and dine along the commercial corridors flanking 34th Street and Slide Road
- Catch local community events and youth athletics hosted at Coronado High School grounds
Local favorites
- One Guy from Italy · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)A long-standing local favorite known for calzones and classic New York-style pizza.
- Jalapeños Mexican Restaurant · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (820)Casual neighborhood staple serving traditional Tex-Mex platters and homemade tortillas.
- Sugar Bakers Bakery & Cafe · Bakery & Cafe · 4.6★ (460)Charming bakery and cafe serving gourmet sandwiches, fresh pastries, and custom cakes.
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Common questions about Coronado
Is Coronado safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Coronado a good place to live?
On safety, Coronado scores 72/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Coronado?
Walk score 48/100 and bike score 52/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Coronado are safer?
Westover Heights (Lubbock) (76), Coronado Crossing (74), Maxey Park (74) score higher nearby.
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