Is Crescent safe?
Bartonville, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Crescent as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Crescent
“Go. Bartonville's Crescent enclave is an exceptionally safe, affluent, and tranquil rural-suburban community in Denton County. Violent and property crime rates are virtually zero, making it an entirely worry-free destination for visitors exploring the North Texas countryside.”
About the area
Crescent is a pastoral, upscale residential neighborhood in Bartonville characterized by sprawling estate homes, horse pastures, and private ranch roads. Visitors come to enjoy the peaceful country atmosphere and visit nearby boutique dining and equestrian spots.
- Affluent Equestrian
- Rural Suburb
- Peaceful & Quiet
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Crescent
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 24/100
There is no bike-share program and no dedicated bike lanes, meaning cyclists must share narrow two-lane country roads with vehicular traffic.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Extremely low crime rates with nearly zero reported violent crime
- High median household income exceeding $175,000 and near-zero poverty
- Quiet, private, well-maintained rural residential lots and open land
- Plentiful free parking and zero urban congestion
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with zero public transit or sidewalk network
- Narrow country roads with limited street lighting at night
- Very few commercial amenities directly inside the residential enclave
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Bartonville or the surrounding residential developments.
What Crescent is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with minimal traffic and pristine country views.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and safe with occasional local residential and equestrian traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and family-oriented with residents gathering around private properties and nearby local eateries.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Pitch-black country roads with very little activity, but exceptionally safe from crime.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no fixed-route public transit in Bartonville; the Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA) operates on-demand GoZone services in nearby zones, and the nearest A-train rail station is Highland Village/Lewisville Lake Station roughly 10 miles east.
Parking is completely free and abundant across private driveways and commercial surface lots at the Bartonville Town Center.
Things to do in Crescent
- Enjoy live country music and Texas craft barbecue on the patio at Marty B's
- Shop artisan goods and local meats at The Bartonville Store & Jeter's Meat Shop
- Take a scenic countryside drive or equestrian trail ride through the Cross Timbers area
Local favorites
- Marty B's · Barbecue & Steakhouse · 4.5★ (3200)Vibrant Texas-style eatery featuring smoked meats, fire pits, rooftop seating, and live music.
- The Bartonville Store & Jeter's Meat Shop · American Gastropub & Meat Market · 4.6★ (460)Historic country store transformed into a boutique restaurant and butcher offering prime cuts and Southern fare.
- Casa Mia Italian Restaurant · Italian Restaurant · 4.7★ (380)Cozy, family-owned restaurant serving traditional Italian pasta dishes and hand-tossed pizzas.
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Common questions about Crescent
Is Crescent safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Crescent a good place to live?
On safety, Crescent scores 96/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Crescent?
Walk score 12/100 and bike score 24/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Crescent are safer?
Crescent scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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