Is Knott's Landing on Little Road safe?
Arlington, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Knott's Landing on Little Road as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Knott's Landing on Little Road
“Go. Knott's Landing on Little Road is a stable, quiet residential neighborhood in Southwest Arlington with strong safety fundamentals. Visitors have very little reason for concern here, with risks largely limited to rare opportunistic vehicle break-ins.”
About the area
Knott's Landing is a peaceful, established suburban community along Little Road in southwest Arlington near Lake Arlington. The area is characterized by single-family homes, mature trees, and a low-density suburban layout. It is primarily residential, offering convenient access to local parks, nature preserves, and nearby commercial corridors.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Safe & Residential
Walking and biking in Knott's Landing on Little Road
Walk score: 22/100 · Bike score: 31/100
There is no public bike-share program in the area; while interior residential streets are safe for cycling, Little Road lacks dedicated bike lanes and carries fast vehicular traffic.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than both the Arlington citywide and national averages
- High homeownership rate and consistently well-maintained residential properties
- Above-average median household income and low neighborhood poverty rates
- Close proximity to outdoor recreation at Southwest Nature Preserve and Lake Arlington
Cons
- Isolated incidents of opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked car burglaries
- Zero walkable commercial amenities or dining options directly within the subdivision
- Heavy reliance on major arterial roads like Little Road and I-20 for everyday travel
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is essentially absent in this strictly residential neighborhood, with occasional individuals observed only at major commercial intersections and freeway ramps along I-20 to the north.
What Knott's Landing on Little Road is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and pleasant with residents walking pets and children heading to local schools.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet with minimal road traffic and delivery trucks moving through residential cul-de-sacs.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and safe for neighborhood walks, with warm lighting from well-maintained homes.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and dark with virtually no pedestrian activity; standard vehicle-locking habits apply.
Transit, parking and getting around
Arlington lacks a traditional fixed-route bus network; public transit access relies on Arlington On-Demand (Via microtransit) or driving to the CentrePort/DFW Airport TRE commuter rail station located over 15 miles north.
Free and easy residential driveway and curbside parking throughout the neighborhood, with abundant free surface parking lots at shopping centers along Little Road.
Things to do in Knott's Landing on Little Road
- Hike the scenic nature trails and view native wildflowers at the Southwest Nature Preserve
- Launch a kayak, fish, or enjoy lakeside picnics at Bowman Springs Park on Lake Arlington
- Book a tee time at the Audubon Signature Sanctuary-certified Tierra Verde Golf Club nearby
Local favorites
- Moni's Pasta & Pizza · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (1150)Long-running local favorite offering hearty portions of classic Italian pasta dishes and New York-style pizza.
- Porky's Burgers & Wings · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (890)Neighborhood counter-serve spot serving loaded specialty burgers, seasoned fries, and wings.
- Dino's Subs · Sandwich Shop · 4.7★ (1420)Legendary Arlington deli serving classic cold and toasted sub sandwiches to loyal regulars.
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Common questions about Knott's Landing on Little Road
Is Knott's Landing on Little Road safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Knott's Landing on Little Road a good place to live?
On safety, Knott's Landing on Little Road scores 84/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Knott's Landing on Little Road?
Walk score 22/100 and bike score 31/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Knott's Landing on Little Road are safer?
Dalworthington Gardens (88) score higher nearby.
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