Is Firewheel safe?
Garland, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Firewheel as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Firewheel
“Go. Firewheel is one of the safest and most affluent sectors of Garland, offering a comfortable, family-oriented suburban environment. While standard retail property theft occurs around the major shopping centers, violent crime is exceptionally low.”
About the area
Firewheel is a prosperous suburban enclave anchored by the open-air Firewheel Town Center and extensive golf facilities in northern Garland. Visitors will find manicured residential subdivisions, big-box shopping, and family-friendly dining options set along wide, auto-centric thoroughfares.
- Family-Friendly
- Suburban Retail Hub
- Master-Planned
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Firewheel
Walk score: 41/100 · Bike score: 37/100
There is no bike-share program available, but paved community side paths connect parts of the golf park and residential neighborhoods to nearby Sachse and Rowlett trail networks.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to Dallas County averages
- High median household income exceeding $100,000 and low poverty rates
- Well-maintained housing stock with high rates of owner occupancy
Cons
- Opportunistic vehicle break-ins and shoplifting in high-volume shopping center parking lots
- High traffic congestion during peak hours along the President George Bush Turnpike (PGBT)
- Severe car dependency outside of the open-air shopping mall core
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Firewheel, with only occasional transient panhandling near the PGBT highway off-ramps and no established encampments or shelters in the immediate vicinity.
What Firewheel is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with joggers, dog walkers, and golfers moving through well-maintained streets and green spaces.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy retail and family traffic around the town center, maintaining a secure and vibrant feel.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Lively dining crowds gather on outdoor patios with regular private security and police visibility.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Calm and quiet once shops close, though standard caution is advised in expansive, dimly lit outer parking lots.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART), with local bus routes like Route 488 serving the commercial corridors; the nearest rail hub is Downtown Garland Station on the Blue Line, located about 5 miles south.
Free surface lots and multiple complimentary parking garages are widely available at Firewheel Town Center, and street parking in surrounding residential areas is readily accessible.
Things to do in Firewheel
- Shop, dine, or stroll the open-air pedestrian promenades at Firewheel Town Center
- Play a round of golf on the 63 regulation holes at Firewheel Golf Park
- Catch the latest blockbuster at the AMC Firewheel 18 movie theater
Local favorites
- Gloria's Latin Cuisine · Salvadoran & Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.4★ (2100)Lively regional chain serving pupusas, fajitas, and specialty margaritas in Firewheel Town Center.
- Firewheel Golf Park · Golf Course · 4.3★ (850)Expansive municipal complex featuring three distinct championship courses.
- Fish City Grill · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (1200)Casual neighborhood spot known for oyster platters, gumbo, and fresh seafood specials.
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Common questions about Firewheel
Is Firewheel safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Firewheel a good place to live?
On safety, Firewheel 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 Firewheel?
Walk score 41/100 and bike score 37/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Firewheel are safer?
Northeast Richardson (89), SpringPark (88), East Richardson (84) score higher nearby.
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