Is Jefferson Routh Woods safe?
Richardson, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Jefferson Routh Woods as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Jefferson Routh Woods
“Go. Jefferson Routh Woods is a safe, peaceful residential neighborhood in Richardson with minimal violent crime concerns. Visitors and residents experience a calm suburban environment with little risk beyond minor opportunistic property theft typical of North Texas suburbs.”
About the area
Jefferson Routh Woods is an established, tree-shaded suburban neighborhood in central-south Richardson characterized by well-kept mid-century single-family homes. It offers a tranquil residential atmosphere while sitting just minutes from major commercial corridors along the US-75 Central Expressway.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Tree-Lined
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Jefferson Routh Woods
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 51/100
There are no dockless bike-share programs in the neighborhood, but local roads have low traffic speeds and connect to the nearby Duck Creek Trail system.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are exceptionally low compared to the greater Dallas-Fort Worth metro average.
- High rates of homeownership and low residential vacancy foster neighborhood stability and upkeep.
- Rapid emergency response times and active patrols provided by the Richardson Police Department.
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as vehicle break-ins occur near peripheral corridors.
- Lacks dense internal commercial amenities, making errands car-dependent.
- Adjoining high-speed thoroughfares can present hazards for pedestrians attempting to cross outside the neighborhood.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within the neighborhood interior, with occasional isolated panhandling limited to busy commercial intersections along US-75.
What Jefferson Routh Woods is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very safe and quiet, with local residents walking dogs, jogging, and heading out on morning commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and family-friendly with low vehicle traffic throughout the interior residential streets.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Peaceful atmosphere as residents settle in, safe for twilight walks on illuminated neighborhood streets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low foot traffic and quiet; standard precautions against leaving valuables in cars are recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) provides regional bus service on surrounding arterials, while the Arapaho Center and Spring Valley DART Rail stations (Red/Orange lines) are a short 5- to 8-minute drive away.
Residential street parking is free, unrestricted, and easy to find, and all adjacent shopping centers offer ample free surface lot parking.
Things to do in Jefferson Routh Woods
- Enjoy quiet walks and neighborhood recreation under the mature canopy of local residential streets.
- Visit nearby Mark Twain Park and Duck Creek green spaces for outdoor leisure and play areas.
- Explore the eclectic dining and shopping destinations located along the nearby Central Expressway corridor.
Local favorites
- Ten50 BBQ · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.4★ (3600)Rustic, bustling smokehouse serving Central Texas-style brisket, ribs, and scratch sides.
- Del's Charcoal Burgers · Hamburger Restaurant · 4.6★ (1550)Iconic, long-standing retro counter serve dishing charcoal-grilled burgers and house-brewed root beer.
- Café Brazil · Cafe · 4.4★ (2300)Laid-back neighborhood cafe featuring an expansive coffee bar and all-day breakfast favorites.
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Common questions about Jefferson Routh Woods
Is Jefferson Routh Woods safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Jefferson Routh Woods a good place to live?
On safety, Jefferson Routh Woods scores 82/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Jefferson Routh Woods?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 51/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Jefferson Routh Woods are safer?
Pitman Creek Estates (91), Northwest Richardson (90), Northeast Richardson (89) score higher nearby.
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