Is Fairway Ranch safe?
Roanoke, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Fairway Ranch as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Fairway Ranch
“Go. Fairway Ranch is an exceptionally safe, affluent master-planned community in Roanoke with virtually nonexistent violent crime. Visitors will find manicured suburban streets, quiet residential parks, and immediate access to Roanoke's historic dining district.”
About the area
Fairway Ranch is an upscale master-planned residential neighborhood located on the rolling hills of the historic Bob Jones ranch property in Roanoke, Texas. Characterized by spacious modern single-family homes, neighborhood greenbelts, and community parks, it offers a peaceful suburban retreat in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. It is strictly residential, with major dining and entertainment situated just minutes away along Oak Street.
- Master-Planned
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet & Suburban
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Fairway Ranch
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There are no municipal bike-share hubs, but the neighborhood features paved internal multi-use paths suitable for recreational cycling and walking.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Exceptionally low violent and property crime rates compared to state and national averages
- High median household incomes and near-zero residential vacancy rates
- Well-maintained community infrastructure including neighborhood pocket parks, trails, and scenic water features
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with almost no commercial retail or dining within walking distance
- Proximity to Highway 114 creates peak-hour commuter traffic and ambient road noise near perimeter roads
- Limited public transportation options connecting to the broader Metroplex
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Fairway Ranch or the surrounding residential sections of Roanoke, with no encampments or panhandling observed.
What Fairway Ranch is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking dogs, and commuting along well-lit, tree-lined residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and tranquil with low vehicular traffic, safe for pedestrians and families enjoying neighborhood park amenities.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and safe as residents return home, with families walking the internal paved greenway trails.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and dark with virtually zero foot traffic; safe, though standard suburban awareness applies.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is practically nonexistent in this area; Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA) offers limited on-demand microtransit in Denton County, and the nearest commuter rail is the Trinity Metro TEXRail station at DFW Airport North roughly 15 miles away.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the neighborhood via private driveways and wide residential streets, with free surface lot parking available at nearby commercial centers.
Things to do in Fairway Ranch
- Stroll along the neighborhood walking trails and around the scenic community catch-and-release fishing pond
- Relax or picnic at the Fairway Ranch Community Park and playground facilities
- Take a short drive to Historic Downtown Roanoke on Oak Street for dining and seasonal community festivals
Local favorites
- Babe's Chicken Dinner House · Southern Restaurant · 4.6★ (3200)Famous regional landmark serving family-style fried chicken and homestyle sides in rustic surroundings just minutes from the neighborhood.
- The Classic Cafe at Roanoke · Fine Dining Restaurant · 4.7★ (950)Upscale American eatery featuring farm-to-table seasonal dishes, steaks, and fine wine in an intimate setting.
- Hard Eight BBQ · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.5★ (7100)Rustic Texas barbecue destination offering pit-smoked meats straight from the smoker alongside lively outdoor patio seating.
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Common questions about Fairway Ranch
Is Fairway Ranch safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Fairway Ranch a good place to live?
On safety, Fairway Ranch scores 94/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Fairway Ranch?
Walk score 18/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Fairway Ranch are safer?
Tuscany Estates (97), Meadow View (Westlake) (96), Trophy Club (96) score higher nearby.
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