Is Coulter Landing safe?
Amarillo, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Coulter Landing as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Coulter Landing
“Go. Coulter Landing and the surrounding South Coulter corridor are among the safest, most stable suburban pockets in Amarillo. Violent crime is rare, and the area primarily deals with occasional routine property theft in commercial parking lots.”
About the area
Coulter Landing is a quiet, comfortable suburban neighborhood nestled along South Coulter Street in Southwest Amarillo. It is characterized by clean residential streets, manicured single-family lawns, and easy access to neighborhood shopping centers and medical clinics. While purely car-dependent, it offers a peaceful, low-stress environment for visitors and residents alike.
- Suburban
- Quiet / Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Coulter Landing
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 42/100
There is no municipal bike-share program, and dedicated on-street bike lanes are sparse, though quiet neighborhood streets provide manageable recreational cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Substantially lower violent and property crime rates compared to citywide Amarillo averages
- Above-average household income levels and high homeownership rates
- Well-maintained suburban housing stock with negligible residential blight
- Proximity to major medical facilities and essential retail along South Coulter Street
Cons
- Isolated incidents of opportunistic vehicle break-ins in retail parking lots
- Heavier traffic congestion during rush hours along Coulter Street and SW 45th Avenue
- Almost entirely car-dependent with minimal dedicated pedestrian infrastructure
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in this neighborhood; individuals experiencing homelessness and associated services are centered in downtown and North Amarillo.
What Coulter Landing is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with residents jogging or walking dogs on residential sidewalks as commuters head out.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Active and calm, with routine commercial traffic around strip malls and quiet residential streets.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Relaxed and very safe for evening strolls, with modest dinner traffic around local restaurants.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and dark with low foot traffic; safe overall, though standard residential precautions apply.
Transit, parking and getting around
Amarillo City Transit (ACT) provides limited fixed-route bus service along major arterials such as Route 4, but service frequencies are low and there is no rail or BRT system.
Parking is exceptionally easy and universally free throughout the neighborhood, with ample private driveway space and large open lots at all shopping plazas.
Things to do in Coulter Landing
- Take a relaxing stroll or let kids play at nearby John Stiff Memorial Park
- Browse local boutiques and specialty gift shops along the South Coulter retail strip
- Enjoy casual dining and patio drinks at nearby neighborhood grills
Local favorites
- Public House · American Restaurant & Bar · 4.5★ (920)A polished neighborhood venue offering upscale comfort food, craft cocktails, and an extensive wine list.
- 575 Pizzeria · Pizza Restaurant · 4.6★ (1650)Beloved local pizzeria serving gourmet thin-crust pies and craft beers in a lively atmosphere.
- Roasters Coffee & Tea · Coffee Shop · 4.6★ (840)A popular local coffee roaster serving specialty espresso drinks and fresh pastries with drive-thru convenience.
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Common questions about Coulter Landing
Is Coulter Landing safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Coulter Landing a good place to live?
On safety, Coulter Landing scores 84/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Coulter Landing?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 42/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Coulter Landing are safer?
Puckett West (85) score higher nearby.
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