Is Harwood Hills safe?
Bedford, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Harwood Hills as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Harwood Hills
“Go. Harwood Hills is a quiet, well-established residential enclave in the Mid-Cities that offers a very safe and tranquil environment for visitors and residents alike. While primarily residential with little traditional nightlife, it poses minimal safety concerns for standard travel.”
About the area
Harwood Hills is a classic suburban neighborhood in Bedford, Texas, characterized by mature tree-lined streets, spacious single-family homes, and manicured lawns. It sits conveniently between Dallas and Fort Worth, offering easy access to nearby parks, dining corridors, and DFW International Airport.
- Quiet Suburban
- Tree-Lined
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Harwood Hills
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There are no municipal bike-share stations; however, cyclists can access local routes connecting to the Bedford Trails Linear Park and nearby Cotton Belt Trail segments.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Very low violent crime rate compared to state and national averages
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes with well-maintained properties
- Stable middle-to-upper-middle-class economic base with low poverty
- Quiet, low-traffic neighborhood streets suitable for morning and evening walks
Cons
- Heavy car dependency with almost no commercial amenities within direct walking distance
- Occasional opportunistic property theft and vehicle break-ins common to suburban areas
- Lacks dedicated pedestrian infrastructure on some surrounding arterial roads
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually non-existent within the residential interior of Harwood Hills, with only occasional individuals observed near major commercial intersections along Airport Freeway (SH-121/183) further south.
What Harwood Hills is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene, with neighborhood residents walking dogs, jogging, and commuting.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet throughout the residential blocks with light local traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued and family-oriented, feeling very safe for evening strolls under residential streetlights.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Exceptionally quiet with minimal foot traffic; standard vigilance is sufficient.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit options are extremely limited; Trinity Metro provides on-demand ZIPZONE microtransit in parts of Tarrant County, and the nearest commuter rail is the TRE or TEXRail station in North Richland Hills or Hurst, roughly 10 minutes away by car.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with free street parking throughout residential areas and ample free parking lots at all surrounding commercial plazas.
Things to do in Harwood Hills
- Enjoy the playgrounds, walking trails, and open green spaces at nearby Bedford Trails Linear Park
- Visit the nearby Old Bedford School for local community events and historical tours
- Play pickleball, tennis, or swim at the nearby Roy Savage Pool and Generations Park at Boys Ranch
Local favorites
- Oldwest Cafe · American Restaurant · 4.7★ (3200)A popular local western-themed diner serving hearty breakfast classics and comfort food platters.
- Maroni's Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.6★ (510)A neighborhood favorite offering New York-style thin crust pizzas, calzones, and pastas.
- Turning Point Beer · Brewery · 4.7★ (680)A bustling craft brewery nearby known for creative IPAs, sours, and a welcoming taproom vibe.
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Common questions about Harwood Hills
Is Harwood Hills safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Harwood Hills a good place to live?
On safety, Harwood Hills 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 Harwood Hills?
Walk score 28/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Harwood Hills are safer?
Morrow Green (86), Northeast Bedford (85) score higher nearby.
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