Is Fannin Farm safe?
Arlington, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Fannin Farm as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Fannin Farm
“Go. Fannin Farm is an exceptionally quiet, safe master-planned suburban community in South Arlington characterized by well-kept homes and minimal crime. It is ideally suited for families and travelers visiting residents in the area, offering complete peace of mind during standard visits. A personal vehicle is required, as the neighborhood is purely residential.”
About the area
Fannin Farm is an established master-planned subdivision in South Arlington known for its brick single-family homes, manicured lawns, and community green spaces. It sits near the Mansfield border, offering a tranquil suburban lifestyle with quick driving access to major retail corridors along Matlock Road and State Highway 360.
- Suburban Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Master-Planned
Walking and biking in Fannin Farm
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 32/100
There are no bike-share docking stations or dedicated on-street bike lanes, though the low-speed residential streets and local greenbelt paths offer safe recreational cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to city and national averages
- High rate of owner-occupied housing with active HOA upkeep and low vacancy
- Strong median household income levels and stable family demographics
- Quiet, low-traffic residential streets ideal for neighborhood walks and jogging
Cons
- Extremely car-dependent with zero commercial amenities within walking distance
- Susceptible to occasional suburban property crimes like unlocked vehicle burglaries
- No traditional fixed-route municipal transit or passenger rail connections
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within the interior residential streets of Fannin Farm, with very rare panhandling confined to major commercial intersections along Matlock Road and I-20 several miles away.
What Fannin Farm is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents walking dogs, jogging, and school buses moving through the streets with no safety concerns.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and secure, with broad sidewalks and standard suburban residential traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and family-oriented, as neighbors return from commutes and yards remain well-lit and comfortable.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and silent with minimal traffic; safety remains high, though standard suburban precautions against vehicle break-ins apply.
Transit, parking and getting around
Arlington does not operate a traditional fixed-route public bus system; public transit is provided solely through the app-based 'Arlington Via Rideshare' microtransit service. The nearest commuter rail is the Trinity Railway Express (TRE) CentrePort/DFW Airport Station, roughly 18 miles north.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the area, consisting of private residential driveways, two-car garages, and unrestricted curbside street parking on wide residential streets.
Things to do in Fannin Farm
- Stroll or jog along the neighborhood greenbelt trails and community parkways
- Spend an afternoon enjoying watersports and trails at nearby Lake Arlington and Bowman Springs Park
- Drive five minutes south to explore the dining, boutique shopping, and events in Historic Downtown Mansfield
Local favorites
- Bayou Cat Seafood · Cajun Restaurant · 4.4★ (1180)Popular local spot serving fried catfish, boiled crawfish, and po'boys just outside the neighborhood perimeter.
- Chapps Burgers · Hamburger Restaurant · 4.5★ (1420)Reliable neighborhood favorite crafting Nolan Ryan all-natural beef burgers with fresh toppings.
- El Primo's Mexican Grill & Cantina · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.2★ (2350)Vibrant nearby Tex-Mex venue featuring expansive patio seating, fajitas, and live weekend music.
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Common questions about Fannin Farm
Is Fannin Farm safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Fannin Farm a good place to live?
On safety, Fannin Farm 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 Fannin Farm?
Walk score 18/100 and bike score 32/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Fannin Farm are safer?
Fannin Farm scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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