Is Hayes Crossing safe?
Midlothian, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Hayes Crossing as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Hayes Crossing
“Go. Hayes Crossing is a quiet, highly secure master-planned residential community in Midlothian with virtually nonexistent violent crime and minimal property crime. Visitors will find a peaceful suburban environment, though you will need a personal vehicle for all activities.”
About the area
Hayes Crossing is a recently developed suburban neighborhood in Midlothian, Texas, characterized by spacious single-family homes, manicured lawns, and quiet residential cul-de-sacs. Located just off primary commuter corridors in Ellis County, it provides a safe, family-oriented base close to community parks and local commercial plazas.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Hayes Crossing
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 26/100
No bike-share programs operate here, and while neighborhood streets are peaceful for leisure riding, external arterial connections lack dedicated protected bike lanes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime and property crime rates are significantly lower than national and regional averages
- High household median income and near-total owner occupancy foster well-maintained properties
- Peaceful, low-traffic neighborhood streets ideal for families and evening walks
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with virtually no walkable retail or dining within the subdivision
- Far from Dallas and Fort Worth central amenities and transit hubs
- Suburban sprawl design means limited continuous dedicated cycling or pedestrian corridors along main arterials
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in Hayes Crossing and surrounding residential areas, with no established encampments or regular panhandling.
What Hayes Crossing is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and safe, with school traffic and residents jogging or walking dogs on residential sidewalks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and secure, with sporadic delivery traffic and parents walking with young children.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Peaceful neighborhood atmosphere with residents relaxing in yards; completely safe for strolling.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Exceptionally quiet and dark with minimal vehicular traffic; safe, though street lighting varies by street section.
Transit, parking and getting around
Midlothian does not have fixed-route public bus service or DART passenger rail access; on-demand regional transit is available through STAR Transit by reservation.
Ample free driveway, garage, and residential street parking is readily available throughout the neighborhood, and commercial strip centers offer large free surface lots.
Things to do in Hayes Crossing
- Visit nearby Midlothian Community Park for sports fields, walking trails, and splash pads
- Explore the historic downtown Midlothian square and boutique shops
- Enjoy outdoor recreation and catch-and-release fishing at Hawkins Spring Park
Local favorites
- Campuzano Fine Mexican Food · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (1280)A popular local spot serving classic Tex-Mex favorites, enchiladas, and margaritas.
- The Porch Pour · American Restaurant & Bar · 4.5★ (310)A trendy neighborhood gathering space featuring craft beer, cocktails, and elevated pub fare.
- Hideout Burgers · Burger Joint · 4.6★ (540)Family-owned counter-serve eatery known for gourmet smashed burgers and hand-cut fries.
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Common questions about Hayes Crossing
Is Hayes Crossing safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Hayes Crossing a good place to live?
On safety, Hayes Crossing scores 88/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Hayes Crossing?
Walk score 14/100 and bike score 26/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Hayes Crossing are safer?
Stone Hollow Estates (94), Mockingbird Estates (Midlothian) (93), Wind Ridge (92) score higher nearby.
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