Is Kendall Lakes (Alvin) safe?
Alvin, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Kendall Lakes (Alvin) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Kendall Lakes (Alvin)
“Go. Kendall Lakes is an exceptionally safe, planned residential subdivision in northern Alvin. While it lacks commercial attractions or nightlife, it offers a peaceful, secure environment for visiting friends or family.”
About the area
Kendall Lakes is a modern master-planned community in Alvin characterized by newer single-family brick homes, scenic retention lakes, and quiet cul-de-sacs. The area is heavily family-oriented, featuring an on-site elementary school and well-kept community recreation spaces.
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet Suburb
- Car-Dependent
- Planned Community
Walking and biking in Kendall Lakes (Alvin)
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There is no bike-share program or dedicated external bike lane network, but the subdivision's internal streets and sidewalks are safe and popular for leisure riding.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Very low violent and property crime rates consistent with master-planned suburbs
- High household incomes and strong homeownership rates well above 85%
- Well-maintained infrastructure including community walking paths, playground, and pool
Cons
- Strictly residential with zero commercial dining or retail options within walking distance
- Completely car-dependent with no fixed-route public transit access
- Heavy commuter traffic on nearby Highway 35 during peak hours
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a factor in Kendall Lakes, with no encampments or panhandling anywhere within the neighborhood.
What Kendall Lakes (Alvin) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging and families walking children toward Mark Twain Elementary.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet suburban streets with minimal activity outside of school dismissal hours.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Warm and community-oriented as neighbors walk dogs and children play outside.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and calm with almost no street activity and high overall safety.
Transit, parking and getting around
Kendall Lakes has no fixed-route public transit service, as Alvin lies outside the Houston METRO boundary; Gulf Coast Transit District (Connect Transit) operates limited county-wide demand-response vans.
Parking is completely free and effortless, accommodated by multi-car residential driveways, private garages, and open curbside street parking where allowed by HOA rules.
Things to do in Kendall Lakes (Alvin)
- Take a morning or evening walk along the paved trails encircling the neighborhood retention lakes
- Spend time with family at the Kendall Lakes community playground and park area
- Drive five minutes north to Resoft County Park for disc golf, fishing, and open sports fields
Local favorites
- Gordon Street Tavern · American Gastropub · 4.5★ (980)Popular downtown Alvin spot offering a wide craft beer selection, burgers, and pub favorites.
- The Nook Grill · Diner · 4.6★ (840)Historic, retro diner serving hearty Southern breakfast platters and comfort classics.
- Stanton's Shopping Center · Grocery & Meat Market · 4.7★ (1420)Longstanding local market and specialty butcher known for fresh barbecue and homemade sausage.
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Common questions about Kendall Lakes (Alvin)
Is Kendall Lakes (Alvin) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Kendall Lakes (Alvin) a good place to live?
On safety, Kendall Lakes (Alvin) 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 Kendall Lakes (Alvin)?
Walk score 12/100 and bike score 28/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Kendall Lakes (Alvin) are safer?
Creekwood Estates (93), South Friendswood (92), Southwest League City (90) score higher nearby.
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