Is High Hawk safe?
Grand Prairie, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates High Hawk as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on High Hawk
“Go. High Hawk is a very safe, affluent suburban residential neighborhood in South Grand Prairie where violent crime is exceptionally rare. Visitors and residents can walk neighborhood streets with minimal concern, though having a car is essential.”
About the area
High Hawk is a modern master-planned subdivision situated in South Grand Prairie near Joe Pool Lake. The community consists almost entirely of well-maintained single-family homes, quiet cul-de-sacs, and manicured neighborhood parks. It offers a tranquil residential retreat with quick driving access to major retail corridors and outdoor recreation.
- Suburban
- Quiet / Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in High Hawk
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There is no public bike-share system, but the subdivision features paved sidewalks and connects to paved trails leading toward community parks and the Joe Pool Lake recreation network.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to national and regional averages
- High rate of homeownership with modern, well-kept single-family properties and low vacancy
- Strong local economic indicators with median household incomes well exceeding metropolitan averages
- Proximity to Joe Pool Lake parks, marinas, and outdoor recreation
Cons
- Extremely car-dependent with almost zero commercial amenities within walking distance
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins typical of suburban corridors
- Strictly residential layout offers minimal nightlife or cultural destinations within the immediate subdivision
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within High Hawk due to its strictly residential layout, with services concentrated in downtown Grand Prairie or neighboring urban centers.
What High Hawk is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and calm, with residents jogging, walking dogs, and departing for morning commutes along wide sidewalks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet suburban streets with school traffic and routine delivery vehicles moving through the subdivision.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Well-lit and tranquil, feeling very safe for evening strolls and family activities.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Completely quiet and dark with minimal vehicular traffic; safety remains high, though standard suburban awareness applies.
Transit, parking and getting around
Grand Prairie does not operate fixed-route municipal bus service; transit is limited to Grand Connection curb-to-curb paratransit/on-demand service for eligible riders, and the nearest TRE commuter rail stations are more than 15 miles north.
Street parking is free, readily available, and unrestricted throughout the neighborhood subdivisions, with large private driveways and multi-car garages standard on all properties.
Things to do in High Hawk
- Spend a day boating, fishing, or picnicking at nearby Lynn Creek Park on Joe Pool Lake
- Tee off at Tangle Ridge Golf Club, a top-rated championship public golf course just minutes away
- Walk or jog along the neighborhood trails and community greenbelts connecting nearby subdivisions
Local favorites
- Oasis at Joe Pool Lake · Seafood & Grill Restaurant · 4.1★ (3200)Floating waterfront restaurant serving classic American fare, seafood, and drinks with expansive lake views.
- Tangle Ridge Golf Club · Golf Course & Clubhouse · 4.5★ (510)Scenic 18-hole championship golf course featuring rolling hills, a pro shop, and casual dining.
- Campuzano Mexican Food · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.4★ (1150)Popular local spot serving hearty Tex-Mex classics, sizzling fajitas, and margaritas.
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Common questions about High Hawk
Is High Hawk safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is High Hawk a good place to live?
On safety, High Hawk scores 90/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is High Hawk?
Walk score 14/100 and bike score 28/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near High Hawk are safer?
High Hawk scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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