Is Egan safe?
Burleson, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Egan as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Egan
“Go. Egan is a peaceful, sparsely populated exurban community with exceptionally low violent crime and a relaxed countryside atmosphere. Visitors have virtually nothing to worry about regarding personal safety, though you will need a reliable vehicle to navigate the rural roadways.”
About the area
Egan is an unincorporated rural community located just south of Burleson in Johnson County, characterized by open pastures, equestrian properties, and spacious single-family homes. It offers a quiet, slow-paced Texas country ambiance while remaining within a short drive of Burleson's commercial amenities and Fort Worth.
- Rural / Exurban
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet & Peaceful
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Egan
Walk score: 11/100 · Bike score: 21/100
There are no bike lanes, bike-share stations, or dedicated multi-use trails in Egan; road cycling is limited to narrow rural county roads with fast-moving traffic.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Very low rates of violent and opportunistic property crime compared to urban Johnson and Tarrant counties
- High rate of homeownership and well-maintained semi-rural acreage properties
- Quiet, family-oriented neighborhood with virtually no urban traffic congestion
Cons
- Complete lack of pedestrian infrastructure with unlit, shoulderless rural county roads
- Longer response times for emergency services due to rural county jurisdiction
- Limited local commercial amenities requiring travel into central Burleson or Alvarado for basic services
Homelessness: Homelessness is not a visible presence in Egan, with no encampments or panhandling observed due to its sparse, rural nature.
What Egan is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with morning mist over pastures and minimal commuter traffic on local roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with bright open skies, local residential driving, and farm activities.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Very tranquil as residents return home, though roadways quickly turn dark due to minimal street lighting.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Completely quiet with dark rural roads where personal safety risk is low, but driving requires caution due to wildlife.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no fixed-route public transit in Egan; the closest regional rail service is the Trinity Metro TEXRail or TRE stations over 20 miles north in Fort Worth.
Parking is completely effortless and free throughout the area, with extensive private driveways and ample surface lots at nearby rural businesses.
Things to do in Egan
- Explore the scenic country roads and equestrian landscapes surrounding County Road 312 and FM 2280
- Visit nearby Bailey Lake Park just north in Burleson for fishing and walking trails
- Take a short drive to Old Town Burleson for local dining, craft breweries, and community events
Local favorites
- Babe's Chicken Dinner House · Southern Restaurant · 4.6★ (3200)Beloved regional destination in nearby Old Town Burleson serving family-style fried chicken and classic Southern sides.
- Old Town Brewing Company · Brewery · 4.7★ (290)Relaxed local microbrewery serving a rotating selection of craft beers with a lively outdoor patio.
- Dalton's Corner · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (510)Cozy neighborhood spot known for hearty burgers, comfort food, and friendly country hospitality.
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Common questions about Egan
Is Egan safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Egan a good place to live?
On safety, Egan 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 Egan?
Walk score 11/100 and bike score 21/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Egan are safer?
Briaroaks (92), Cross Timber (90), Happy Hill (86) score higher nearby.
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