Is Harris Place safe?
Arlington, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Harris Place as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Harris Place
“Go. Harris Place is a peaceful and stable suburban enclave in south Arlington with crime rates well below citywide averages. Visitors will encounter a safe, family-oriented residential environment where standard precautions against vehicle theft are all that is typically needed.”
About the area
Harris Place is an established south Arlington neighborhood defined by well-kept single-family brick homes, quiet cul-de-sacs, and manicured yards. While primarily a tranquil residential zone, it is situated minutes away from major commercial corridors, dining centers, and community parks.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Safe & Residential
Walking and biking in Harris Place
Walk score: 31/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There is no municipal bike-share system in this area, and arterial perimeter roads lack dedicated bike lanes, making cycling best suited for quiet interior residential streets and nearby park trails.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to greater Arlington and Dallas-Fort Worth urban cores
- High homeownership rate and stable housing conditions contribute to community cohesion
- Above-average median household income with low poverty and vacancy rates
- Convenient driving access to South Arlington medical centers, parks, and retail corridors
Cons
- Opportunistic property crime such as parked vehicle break-ins occurs intermittently
- Heavily car-dependent layout with sparse pedestrian infrastructure along arterial boundaries
- Heavier traffic and congestion along nearby arterial roads during rush hours
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within the interior residential blocks of Harris Place. Occasional panhandling is limited to major commercial intersections along South Cooper Street or near I-20 a few miles north.
What Harris Place is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and pleasant, with residents walking dogs and joggers using the residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and low-key with minimal through-traffic and excellent personal safety.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet suburban atmosphere where neighbors are out in yards; well-lit for neighborhood walks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and quiet with practically no pedestrian activity; safe, though car doors should always be locked.
Transit, parking and getting around
Arlington does not operate a traditional fixed-route bus network; transit is provided through the Arlington On-Demand microtransit rideshare service operated by Via. The nearest passenger rail is the Trinity Railway Express (TRE) CentrePort/DFW Station, located about 15 miles north.
Residential street parking is free, plentiful, and unrestricted throughout the neighborhood. Commercial areas and strip centers nearby offer vast, free surface parking lots.
Things to do in Harris Place
- Explore the walking trails, lake views, and picnic pavilions at nearby Bowman Springs Park
- Play sports or walk the open grounds at the expansive Harold Patterson Sports Center
- Browse local shopping centers and dining options along the South Cooper Street and Matlock Road corridors
Local favorites
- Moni's Pasta & Pizza · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (1450)Longstanding local institution serving hearty homemade pastas, pizzas, and garlic rolls.
- Grounds & Gold Co. · Coffee Shop · 4.7★ (530)Vibrant neighborhood coffee shop featuring specialty roasts, breakfast tacos, and artisanal pastries.
- Bayou Cat · Cajun Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (980)Laid-back counter-serve venue known for generous baskets of fried catfish, shrimp po'boys, and crawfish.
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Common questions about Harris Place
Is Harris Place safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Harris Place a good place to live?
On safety, Harris Place scores 80/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Harris Place?
Walk score 31/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Harris Place are safer?
Fannin Farm (84), Russell Curry Estates (84), Martha's Vineyad (81) score higher nearby.
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