Is Haleys Place safe?
Waxahachie, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Haleys Place as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Haleys Place
“Go. Haleys Place is a peaceful, family-oriented suburban neighborhood in Waxahachie characterized by quiet residential streets and minimal crime. Visitors and residents face very low safety risks, though you will definitely need a personal vehicle to get around.”
About the area
Haleys Place is a quiet subdivision situated in Waxahachie, featuring well-maintained single-family homes and manicured lawns. It offers a classic North Texas suburban atmosphere with easy access to major thoroughfares, shopping corridors, and the historic downtown square nearby.
- Quiet Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Suburban
Walking and biking in Haleys Place
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There is no bike-share system in Waxahachie, but local streets have light traffic; connection to the Waxahachie Creek Hike and Bike Trail requires a short drive or road cycle.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Very low rates of violent crime compared to state and national benchmarks
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes ensuring community stability
- Solid median household incomes and negligible neighborhood poverty
- Quiet, low-traffic residential streets safe for daytime walking and jogging
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with virtually no walkable amenities within the subdivision
- Occasional opportunistic property crime such as unlocked vehicle break-ins
- Limited neighborhood street lighting on certain internal residential roads
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Haleys Place, as unhoused individuals and support services are primarily concentrated in larger metro centers or along major commercial highway junctions.
What Haleys Place is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with neighbors walking dogs, jogging, and school buses picking up children.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with standard suburban traffic and children playing outdoors.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential feel with families returning home; streets remain very safe for evening strolls.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and silent with minimal activity; very safe, though standard caution applies due to reduced lighting.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is virtually nonexistent in the neighborhood; on-demand demand-response transit is provided across Ellis County by STAR Transit, but there are no fixed bus routes or passenger rail stations.
Parking is completely hassle-free with ample private driveways and unrestricted, free residential street parking.
Things to do in Haleys Place
- Take a family walk or bike ride along the quiet suburban streets and cul-de-sacs
- Drive a short distance to explore the historic Ellis County Courthouse and Downtown Waxahachie Square
- Visit nearby Getzendaner Memorial Park for shaded paved trails and community events
Local favorites
- The Dove's Nest · Southern Restaurant & Boutique · 4.6★ (820)Beloved local establishment offering refined Southern comfort dishes and unique gifts near the historic square.
- Tuscan Slice · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (1650)Popular neighborhood spot serving wood-fired pizzas, classic pasta dishes, and wines.
- Campuzano Fine Mexican Food · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.4★ (1420)Lively local favorite known for generous fajita plates, enchiladas, and house margaritas.
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Common questions about Haleys Place
Is Haleys Place safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Haleys Place a good place to live?
On safety, Haleys Place 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 Haleys Place?
Walk score 14/100 and bike score 28/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Haleys Place are safer?
The Arbors of Willow Grove (89), Gingerbread Village (87), Buffalo Ridge (86) score higher nearby.
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