Is High Point Estates safe?
North Richland Hills, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates High Point Estates as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on High Point Estates
“Go. High Point Estates is a quiet, highly secure suburban enclave in North Richland Hills with negligible violent crime and well-maintained properties. Visitors will find a family-friendly environment ideal for residential visits, with typical suburban caution needed only for vehicle security.”
About the area
High Point Estates is an established residential neighborhood in North Richland Hills, Texas, characterized by single-family homes, mature trees, and cul-de-sacs. It offers a calm, suburban lifestyle with convenient road access to shopping centers, dining, and parks across Northeast Tarrant County.
- Quiet Suburb
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Tree-Lined
Walking and biking in High Point Estates
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There is no local bike-share program, and interior streets lack dedicated bike lanes, but nearby municipal trails like the Cotton Belt Trail connect cyclists across North Richland Hills and Colleyville.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are exceptionally low compared to both state and national averages
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes and well-maintained properties
- Above-average median household income and low localized poverty rates
- Active municipal policing and quick emergency response times from North Richland Hills Police
Cons
- Isolated incidents of opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked vehicle break-ins
- Heavily car-dependent layout requiring a vehicle for almost all daily errands
- Limited continuous sidewalk networks and poor nighttime street lighting on secondary interior roads
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within High Point Estates, with virtually no encampments or panhandling reported in this residential area.
What High Point Estates is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with residents walking dogs and low residential traffic heading to work or school.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and family-oriented, with children playing outside and delivery vehicles frequenting the neighborhood.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and secure, ideal for evening walks along residential streets with very low foot traffic.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and tranquil; safety risks remain very low, though visitors should lock parked cars and turn on porch lights.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit options are minimal within the neighborhood; Trinity Metro serves Tarrant County, and the nearest commuter rail is the TEXRail North Richland Hills/Smithfield Station located about 3 to 4 miles away, requiring a car or rideshare to access.
Parking is exceptionally easy and free, with ample space on private driveways and unrestricted, curbside street parking throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in High Point Estates
- Take a morning jog or family stroll through the paved trails at nearby Walker's Creek Park
- Cool off with family water attractions at NRH2O Family Water Park, located just a short drive south
- Browse local shopping and dining options along the Rufe Snow Drive and Boulevard 26 retail corridors
Local favorites
- Niki's Italian Bistro · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)Longtime local staple serving hearty pasta dishes, calzones, and classic New York-style pizzas.
- From Across the Pond · British Pub & Restaurant · 4.6★ (1280)Casual British pub offering traditional fish and chips, savory pies, and a wide selection of gluten-free options.
- Bacon's Bistro & Cafe · Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant · 4.4★ (920)Popular morning gathering spot serving generous breakfast plates, skillet scrambles, and fresh coffee.
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Common questions about High Point Estates
Is High Point Estates safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is High Point Estates a good place to live?
On safety, High Point Estates scores 86/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is High Point Estates?
Walk score 28/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near High Point Estates are safer?
Southlake Hills (97), Whittier Heights (95), Fresh Meadows Estates (94) score higher nearby.
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