Is Dicey safe?
Weatherford, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Dicey as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Dicey
“Go. Dicey is a quiet, semi-rural community southeast of Weatherford where visitors will encounter virtually no street crime. While there are no urban amenities and having a vehicle is essential, the area is safe, peaceful, and welcoming.”
About the area
Dicey is an unincorporated, rural enclave in Parker County known for ranchettes, horse pastures, and spacious single-family homesteads. Located near FM 51 just minutes south of downtown Weatherford, it provides a quiet country atmosphere with easy regional highway access.
- Quiet & Rural
- Car-Dependent
- Ranches & Acreage
- Peaceful
Walking and biking in Dicey
Walk score: 8/100 · Bike score: 18/100
There is no bike-share program or dedicated bike lane network, meaning cyclists must share narrow rural FM roads with fast-moving vehicular traffic.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Very low violent and property crime rates typical of rural Parker County
- High homeownership and steady property values across spacious rural acreage
- Calm, family-oriented country setting with minimal traffic congestion
Cons
- Virtually no pedestrian infrastructure, sidewalks, or dedicated street lighting
- Zero direct public transit options requiring total automobile dependency
- Distance from major municipal facilities and advanced trauma centers
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is essentially nonexistent in Dicey, with support services and emergency shelters concentrated in Fort Worth and central Weatherford.
What Dicey is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Mornings are calm and sunny with light school and commuter traffic on local two-lane roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Afternoons are quiet and safe, dominated by farm activity and occasional residential traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Evenings are peaceful with negligible street activity as residents settle in at home.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Late nights are pitch-black due to the absence of streetlights, requiring careful driving but posing minimal crime hazard.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no fixed-route public transit in Dicey; Parker County Transportation (PTS) operates an on-demand curb-to-curb rural transit van service requiring advance reservation.
Parking is free, abundant, and easily managed via private driveways, business surface lots, and wide shoulders.
Things to do in Dicey
- Take a scenic rural drive through the rolling hills and horse properties of Parker County
- Visit nearby Lake Weatherford for lakeside recreation, walking trails, and fishing
- Explore the historic Parker County Courthouse and boutique shops in central Weatherford just north
Local favorites
- The Mesquite Pit · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.4★ (2350)Rustic North Texas staple serving wood-smoked brisket, ribs, steaks, and classic country sides.
- Shep's Place · American Grill · 4.5★ (870)Casual gathering spot famous for oversized burgers, chicken fried steak, and relaxed patio dining.
- Yesterday's Sandwich Shop · Deli / Sandwich Shop · 4.6★ (490)Charming local eatery offering gourmet sandwiches, homemade soups, and fresh desserts.
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Common questions about Dicey
Is Dicey safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Dicey a good place to live?
On safety, Dicey 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 Dicey?
Walk score 8/100 and bike score 18/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Dicey are safer?
Southwest Willow Park (91), Central Willow Park (90), Hudson Oaks (88) score higher nearby.
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