Is Gaillardia safe?
Bartonville, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Gaillardia as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Gaillardia
“Go. Bartonville and its prestigious residential enclaves like Gaillardia are exceptionally safe, affluent, and tranquil semi-rural communities. There is virtually no violent crime, making physical safety concerns practically non-existent for visitors.”
About the area
Gaillardia in Bartonville is an exclusive, picturesque rural-residential neighborhood characterized by sprawling custom estate homes, equestrian pastures, and tranquil tree-lined country roads. Located in southern Denton County between Argyle and Flower Mound, it offers quiet country living with upscale dining and shopping clusters nearby.
- Affluent / Estates
- Equestrian / Semi-Rural
- Peaceful & Quiet
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Gaillardia
Walk score: 8/100 · Bike score: 22/100
There are no bike-share kiosks or dedicated bike lanes in the area, though rural roads are occasionally used by road cyclists sharing lanes with vehicular traffic.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Extremely low violent and property crime rates compared to Texas and national averages
- Affluent economic foundation with median household incomes well exceeding $180,000
- Pristine, low-density estate properties with virtually 100% homeownership and zero blighted housing
Cons
- Strictly car-dependent with zero pedestrian access to commercial essentials
- Rural two-lane roads lack sidewalks, curbs, and comprehensive street lighting
- Distance from major regional trauma centers and urban emergency facilities
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a factor in Bartonville, with no encampments or panhandling present due to its low-density, rural residential nature.
What Gaillardia is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with morning cyclists and local equestrian activity on open country roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and secure, with light local traffic moving between estate properties and nearby commercial hubs.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and tranquil with minimal street noise, though roadways quickly become dark as dusk sets in.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Pitch-black and exceptionally quiet with virtually no foot traffic or criminal activity.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no public transit service operating in Bartonville; the nearest passenger rail is the DCTA A-train at Highland Village/Lewisville Lake Station, approximately 10 miles east.
Residential parking is entirely off-street on private driveways; commercial destinations in Bartonville feature expansive and free surface parking lots.
Things to do in Gaillardia
- Dine and shop at the boutique venues within Bartonville Town Center
- Enjoy Texas steaks and live acoustic music on the patio at nearby Marty B's
- Take a scenic rural drive through surrounding horse ranches and open pastures
Local favorites
- The Bartonville Store & Jeter's Meat Shop · American Restaurant · 4.6★ (680)Historic country store reinvented as an upscale gastropub and butcher shop serving prime steaks and Wagyu burgers.
- Marty B's · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.5★ (3850)Massive ranch-style eatery offering wood-fired steaks, Texas barbecue, craft beer, fire pits, and live music.
- Cloud 9 Salon and Spa · Day Spa · 4.7★ (340)Full-service luxury day spa and hair salon located within Bartonville Town Center.
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Common questions about Gaillardia
Is Gaillardia safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Gaillardia a good place to live?
On safety, Gaillardia scores 95/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Gaillardia?
Walk score 8/100 and bike score 22/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Gaillardia are safer?
Crescent (96) score higher nearby.
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