Is Dallas Jones Crossing safe?
Oxford, Mississippi · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Dallas Jones Crossing as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Dallas Jones Crossing
“Go. Dallas Jones Crossing is a safe, predominantly residential and student-oriented area situated south of the University of Mississippi campus. Violent crime is rare, though visitors should lock vehicles to prevent routine opportunistic property theft common to college town apartment complexes.”
About the area
Dallas Jones Crossing is a suburban-style enclave in southern Oxford characterized by modern apartment complexes, townhomes, and proximity to Ole Miss athletic facilities. The area caters heavily to university students, faculty, and young professionals seeking quiet living slightly removed from the downtown square.
- Suburban
- Student-Oriented
- Quiet
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Dallas Jones Crossing
Walk score: 32/100 · Bike score: 45/100
While dedicated on-street bike lanes are intermittent, the nearby South Campus Rail Trail (Whirlpool Trails) offers miles of scenic multi-use paths for recreational cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Very low violent crime rate compared to state and national benchmarks
- Close proximity to the University of Mississippi campus and athletic complexes
- Modern residential developments with well-maintained grounds and lighting
Cons
- Occasional vehicle break-ins and package theft typical of high-density rental communities
- Heavy game-day and rush-hour traffic along major access corridors like Old Taylor Road
- Car-dependent with limited pedestrian infrastructure connecting to commercial zones
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically nonexistent in this neighborhood, as social services and temporary shelters are centered further north in central Oxford and Lafayette County.
What Dallas Jones Crossing is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and quiet with light traffic as students and commuters head toward campus and Jackson Avenue.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential atmosphere with moderate vehicle traffic and residents out walking pets.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and residential, with well-lit apartment drives and minimal foot traffic.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Generally tranquil and safe, though standard caution regarding locked doors and vehicles is recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by Oxford University Transit (OUT), which provides bus connections to the Ole Miss campus and commercial areas along lines such as the Old Taylor Road route.
Parking is abundant and free within dedicated apartment surface lots and private driveways, with no paid meters or parking garages in this immediate neighborhood.
Things to do in Dallas Jones Crossing
- Catch an Ole Miss baseball game at nearby Swayze Field just north along the campus edge
- Take a jog or leisure walk along the neighborhood streets and nearby campus connector paths
- Explore the South Campus Rail Trail located a short drive or bike ride to the west
Local favorites
- Lost Pizza Co. Oxford · Pizza Restaurant · 4.5★ (650)Funky, popular regional eatery serving craft pizzas, wings, and sandwiches in a laid-back setting.
- Volta Taverna · Greek / Mediterranean · 4.6★ (1150)Beloved local casual spot famous for Greek wraps, gyros, and outdoor patio dining.
- Chicory Market · Grocery & Cafe · 4.7★ (320)Community grocery market offering locally sourced produce, prepared southern foods, and specialty goods.
Scores are safety-driven — recent reported crime and local news plus Census income, poverty, housing, education, household and access data — refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately and do not affect the safety score. A guide, not a guarantee — conditions change street to street.