Is Craig Ranch North safe?
McKinney, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Craig Ranch North as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Craig Ranch North
“Go. Craig Ranch North is an exceptionally safe, affluent master-planned suburban community in McKinney with negligible violent crime and meticulously maintained public spaces. It is ideal for families, golfers, and visitors seeking a quiet, comfortable stay near the Collin County corridor.”
About the area
Craig Ranch North is an upscale residential enclave characterized by modern single-family homes, manicured green spaces, and neighborhood parks. Situated just north of the Sam Rayburn Tollway, it offers peaceful suburban living with rapid access to shopping and dining hubs across McKinney, Frisco, and Allen.
- Family-Friendly
- Master-Planned Suburb
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet & Manicured
Walking and biking in Craig Ranch North
Walk score: 22/100 · Bike score: 45/100
There are no municipal dockless bike-share programs, but the neighborhood features multi-use neighborhood paths connecting to the broader Rowlett Creek trail system.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent and property crime rates are among the lowest in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex
- High median household incomes well exceeding $130,000 with poverty rates under 3%
- Extensive network of private and neighborhood parks, trails, and athletic complexes
- Extremely well-maintained modern housing stock and active neighborhood association oversight
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with virtually no walkable retail within the core residential sections
- Occasional opportunistic vehicle burglaries targeting unlocked cars in driveways
- Congestion along major perimeter arteries like Custer Road and Highway 121 during peak hours
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a factor in Craig Ranch North, with no encampments or panhandling present in the residential developments.
What Craig Ranch North is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking dogs, and school bus traffic along well-lit residential avenues.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe with light local traffic and children playing in community parks and playgrounds.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential setting with families out walking; completely safe to navigate on foot.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and dark with virtually no foot traffic; exceptionally safe, though standard suburban vehicle-locking precautions apply.
Transit, parking and getting around
McKinney does not operate fixed-route municipal bus service; transit is limited to Collin County Transit (a shared-ride demand-response service for eligible riders). The nearest DART rail station is Parker Road Station in Plano, roughly a 20-minute drive south.
Parking is completely free and abundant throughout the neighborhood via private driveways, residential street parking, and large surface lots at community centers and strip malls.
Things to do in Craig Ranch North
- Play a round or practice at the nearby TPC Craig Ranch championship golf course
- Stroll, jog, or play tennis and pickleball around the neighborhood green spaces at Craig Ranch Fitness & Spa
- Explore the walking and biking paths winding through the Rowlett Creek corridor
Local favorites
- Local Yocal BBQ & Grill · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.6★ (1150)Popular nearby spot offering wood-fired wagyu steaks, Texas craft barbecue, and local draft beers.
- Craig Ranch Fitness & Spa · Fitness Club & Wellness · 4.3★ (320)Premier athletic facility featuring tennis courts, indoor running tracks, pools, and day spa services.
- Cadillac Pizza Pub · Pizza & Live Music · 4.5★ (1820)Wood-fired artisanal pizza joint in nearby downtown McKinney featuring local craft brews and live acoustic music.
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Common questions about Craig Ranch North
Is Craig Ranch North safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Craig Ranch North a good place to live?
On safety, Craig Ranch North scores 94/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Craig Ranch North?
Walk score 22/100 and bike score 45/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Craig Ranch North are safer?
Craig Ranch North scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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