Is Groveland Terrace safe?
Houston, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Groveland Terrace as “Caution”.
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Gogo's take on Groveland Terrace
“Go with care. Groveland Terrace is a modest, primarily residential pocket in Southeast Houston that does not draw typical tourist traffic. While residential streets are generally calm during daylight hours, elevated property crime and opportunistic theft along nearby commercial arterials warrant basic situational awareness.”
About the area
Groveland Terrace is a small, mid-century residential enclave located in Southeast Houston near the intersection of Interstate 45 and Loop 610. It is characterized by single-story ranch homes, quiet suburban-style streets, and convenient highway access to downtown Houston and Hobby Airport.
- Quiet Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Working-Class
- Mid-Century Suburb
Walking and biking in Groveland Terrace
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 46/100
There are no Houston BCycle stations in the immediate vicinity, though cyclists can access the Brays Bayou Greenway Trail a few miles to the north.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Established residential streets with relatively stable long-term homeownership
- Quick vehicular access to Interstate 45 and William P. Hobby Airport
- Subdued residential street traffic away from major commercial strips
Cons
- Elevated rates of vehicle theft, burglary, and property crime along adjacent major thoroughfares
- Lower median household income and higher poverty rates compared to metro Houston averages
- Limited pedestrian infrastructure with sporadic sidewalks and poorly lit side streets
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal on inner residential streets, but individuals and temporary panhandling are occasionally observed near freeway underpasses and commercial intersections along I-45 and Loop 610.
What Groveland Terrace is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and quiet as residents commute to work, with low pedestrian activity on residential blocks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Relatively calm across neighborhood streets, though commercial access roads experience heavy traffic and occasional property crime risks.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet in the residential core, but visibility drops quickly on streets lacking consistent lighting.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Not recommended for walking after dark due to limited foot traffic, poor illumination, and increased risks of property crime.
Transit, parking and getting around
METRO Houston operates local bus routes (such as Route 40 on Telephone Rd and Route 73 on Bellfort), connecting riders to the METRORail Purple Line at Palm Center Transit Center approximately 2.5 miles away.
Free residential curbside parking and private driveways are standard throughout the neighborhood, and commercial strip centers offer ample free surface parking.
Things to do in Groveland Terrace
- Play soccer or relax in the green open space at nearby Reveille Park
- Tee off at the historic Gus Wortham Park Golf Course a short drive north along Wayside Drive
- Explore authentic regional Mexican dining options along neighboring Long Drive and Gulf Freeway
Local favorites
- Taqueria Del Sol · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (1180)Popular local staple nearby serving classic street tacos, tortas, and hearty breakfast plates.
- Tel-Wink Grill · Diner · 4.6★ (2350)Longstanding retro diner serving Southern breakfast platters, waffles, and homestyle lunches nearby on Telephone Road.
- Spanky's Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.5★ (3100)Iconic neighborhood spot on the Gulf Freeway famed for loaded pizzas, wings, and classic pasta dishes.
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Common questions about Groveland Terrace
Is Groveland Terrace safe to walk at night?
Take care after dark: stick to lit main streets or take a ride.
Is Groveland Terrace a good place to live?
On safety, Groveland Terrace scores 54/100 — below average, so visit at different times of day before deciding to move.
How walkable is Groveland Terrace?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 46/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Groveland Terrace are safer?
Hardy Yards (60) score higher nearby.
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