Is Dennis (TX) safe?
Dennis, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Dennis (TX) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Dennis (TX)
“Go. Dennis is a quiet, rural community along the Brazos River in Parker County that offers exceptionally low crime and a tranquil country setting. It is ideal for outdoor recreation and rural escapes, though visitors will need a vehicle for everything.”
About the area
Located southwest of Weatherford, Dennis is an unincorporated rural hamlet defined by equestrian ranches, riverfront properties, and expansive countryside. It offers scenic Brazos River access and peaceful rural living with virtually no urban congestion.
- Rural & Quiet
- Car-Dependent
- Riverfront
- Equestrian
Walking and biking in Dennis (TX)
Walk score: 5/100 · Bike score: 15/100
There are no bike lanes, trails, or bike-share programs; cycling is limited to experienced road cyclists riding on paved, two-lane rural roads with narrow shoulders.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Negligible violent crime and very low property crime rates across Parker County sheriff jurisdiction
- High rate of homeownership and well-maintained private acreage and ranches
- Peaceful, uncrowded riverfront access along the Brazos River
- Close-knit rural community atmosphere with minimal traffic
Cons
- Extremely car-dependent with zero public transit or pedestrian infrastructure
- Limited local commercial amenities, requiring a drive to Weatherford or Granbury for major services
- Emergency response times can be longer due to expansive rural geography
- Narrow country roads with limited lighting and occasional wildlife hazards at night
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in Dennis due to its low-density, rural residential character.
What Dennis (TX) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and quiet with morning mist along the river and occasional farm and commuter traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe, with recreational boaters and golfers out enjoying the countryside.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Very dark and tranquil as rural activity settles down with no safety concerns.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Pitch-black with virtually no pedestrian or vehicular traffic; completely safe though watch for deer and livestock on roads.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no fixed-route public transit or commuter rail in Dennis; regional demand-response transit is provided across Parker County by Public Transit Services (PTS), but private personal vehicles are essential.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the area, primarily via open gravel lots, golf club parking areas, and roadside turnouts near the river.
Things to do in Dennis (TX)
- Play a round of golf along the river at SugarTree Golf Club
- Launch a kayak or canoe into the Brazos River for paddling and fishing
- Take a scenic countryside drive through rolling equestrian and cattle ranches
Local favorites
- SugarTree Golf Club · Golf Course · 4.3★ (290)A scenic championship golf course winding through native trees along the banks of the Brazos River.
- Brazos River Authority - Dennis Access Point · Park / Recreation · 4.4★ (110)A popular rural launching point for kayakers, canoers, and recreational river anglers.
- Dennis General Store & Fuel · Convenience Store · 4.2★ (45)A quintessential small-town outpost offering fuel, refreshments, and fishing gear for river-goers.
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Common questions about Dennis (TX)
Is Dennis (TX) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Dennis (TX) a good place to live?
On safety, Dennis (TX) scores 83/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Dennis (TX)?
Walk score 5/100 and bike score 15/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Dennis (TX) are safer?
Ranches West (90), Millsap (84) score higher nearby.
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