Is Hurst Gardens safe?
Hurst, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Hurst Gardens as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Hurst Gardens
“Go. Hurst Gardens is a quiet, established Mid-Cities residential neighborhood with very low rates of violent crime and a calm suburban atmosphere. While it borders busier commercial corridors along Hurst Boulevard where routine property theft occurs, the residential interior is peaceful and generally very safe for visitors and residents alike.”
About the area
Hurst Gardens is a mature mid-century residential enclave located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth Mid-Cities. Characterized by modest single-family ranch homes, mature trees, and community parks, it offers a typical suburban Texan environment with quick access to regional retail corridors.
- Quiet Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Mid-Century
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Hurst Gardens
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 46/100
There is no municipal bike-share program, but the nearby Cotton Belt Trail and local park pathways provide dedicated recreational cycling routes within a short drive.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Very low incidence of violent crime within the residential blocks
- Stable housing stock with high owner-occupancy and low vacancy rates
- Convenient proximity to major DFW thoroughfares, shopping centers, and Bell Helicopter facilities
Cons
- Occasional property crimes like vehicle break-ins along commercial perimeters
- Lack of sidewalks on many residential interior streets
- Car-dependent with minimal walkable retail inside the neighborhood proper
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within the residential streets, though occasional unhoused individuals may be seen near highway service roads and major commercial intersections along Hurst Boulevard.
What Hurst Gardens is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with locals walking dogs and school buses circulating through the neighborhood.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with standard suburban delivery and residential traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued and secure, though street lighting varies on residential side streets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic and minimal activity; remain aware of standard property security precautions.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is limited; Trinity Metro operates commuter rail via the Trinity Railway Express (TRE) at the nearby Bell Station roughly 2 miles south, but local bus service inside the neighborhood is virtually nonexistent.
Parking is exceptionally easy with abundant free street parking along residential roads and large dedicated surface lots at all area shopping centers.
Things to do in Hurst Gardens
- Enjoy the playgrounds, walking path, and athletic fields at nearby Central Park
- Visit the Hurst Public Library on Precinct Line Road for community events and quiet study
- Browse local shopping and dining options along the Hurst Boulevard and Grapevine Highway retail strips
Local favorites
- Niki's Italian Bistro · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)Long-running, relaxed family-style eatery serving classic pasta dishes, pizza, and garlic rolls.
- Miguelito's Mexican Restaurant · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.4★ (890)Casual neighborhood staple serving traditional Tex-Mex platters and margaritas.
- Hurst Bakery · Bakery · 4.7★ (340)Beloved local shop offering fresh donuts, pastries, and custom cakes.
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Common questions about Hurst Gardens
Is Hurst Gardens safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Hurst Gardens a good place to live?
On safety, Hurst Gardens scores 79/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Hurst Gardens?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 46/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Hurst Gardens are safer?
Lakes of River Trails West (84), The Meadows of Bedford (83) score higher nearby.
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