Is Farrar safe?
Lubbock, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Farrar as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Farrar
“Go. Farrar is a stable, quiet residential neighborhood in central Lubbock that offers a safe and unassuming environment for visitors. While standard precautions against opportunistic property crime like vehicle break-ins are sensible, violent crime is uncommon on its residential streets.”
About the area
Farrar is an established neighborhood characterized by mid-century single-family ranch homes, mature trees, and calm residential blocks. Situated conveniently near key corridors like 34th and 50th Streets, it provides quick access to local retail and dining while preserving a peaceful suburban feel.
- Quiet / Residential
- Mid-Century Suburb
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Farrar
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 54/100
There is no public bike-share program in Lubbock, and while dedicated bike lanes are absent in the neighborhood, wide residential streets and flat topography make neighborhood biking easy.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates than citywide Lubbock averages
- High share of stable, owner-occupied single-family homes with well-kept properties
- Central location with direct, rapid driving access to Texas Tech University and the medical district
Cons
- Periodic property crime, such as vehicle break-ins and theft from yards
- Incomplete sidewalk infrastructure across several interior residential blocks
- Traffic congestion and noise along peripheral commercial corridors like 50th Street
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is uncommon within the interior residential streets, with occasional individuals or panhandlers seen primarily near busy commercial intersections along 50th Street.
What Farrar is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and safe, with morning joggers, dog walkers, and minimal neighborhood traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Pleasant and quiet throughout residential blocks, with activity centered on surrounding commercial roads.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued and relaxed as residents return home, feeling safe for evening walks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Generally peaceful and low-risk, though streets are dimly lit and standard nighttime awareness is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
Citibus provides local bus routes along the perimeter corridors of 34th and 50th Streets, offering connections across Lubbock, though headways are infrequent and there is no passenger rail system in the metro.
Street parking is free and widely available on all residential blocks, while commercial strips feature large, free surface parking lots.
Things to do in Farrar
- Stroll or jog along the peaceful, tree-lined residential streets of mid-century Lubbock
- Explore independent eateries and casual diners along the nearby 50th Street commercial corridor
- Take a short drive to nearby Maxey Park for lakeside walking paths and open green space
Local favorites
- Taqueria Autlan · Mexican Restaurant · 4.6★ (1350)Beloved local spot known for authentic street tacos, tortas, and generous salsa selections.
- Choochai Thai Kitchen · Thai Restaurant · 4.6★ (780)Cozy, enduring neighborhood favorite serving traditional curries, noodle dishes, and stir-fries.
- 50th Street Caboose · Family Entertainment & Restaurant · 4.1★ (2200)Longstanding family restaurant and arcade destination offering casual American-Mexican fare and games.
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Common questions about Farrar
Is Farrar safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Farrar a good place to live?
On safety, Farrar scores 74/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Farrar?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 54/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Farrar are safer?
Day Estates (90), Remington Park (85), Preston Smith (84) score higher nearby.
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