Is Krugerville safe?
Krugerville, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Krugerville as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Krugerville
“Go. Krugerville is a peaceful, low-crime semi-rural and suburban community in Denton County that presents virtually no street-crime risk to visitors. The primary safety concerns are vehicular, particularly navigating high-speed traffic along the US Highway 377 commercial corridor.”
About the area
Krugerville is a quiet, small residential city situated along the US-377 corridor between Denton and Pilot Point. The area consists primarily of modern single-family subdivisions, quiet residential streets, and light highway-oriented retail. Visitors typically pass through for local dining, equine services, or on their way to nearby Lake Ray Roberts.
- Quiet Suburb
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
- Semi-Rural
Walking and biking in Krugerville
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 22/100
There is no bike-share program or dedicated bike lanes in Krugerville; cycling is generally limited to low-traffic residential loops or experienced road cyclists on rural county roads.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Exceptionally low rates of violent crime and violent street encounters
- High rate of homeownership and solid median household incomes supporting stable residential areas
- Active regional policing provided by the Northeast Police Department
- Quiet, family-friendly residential neighborhoods with low ambient noise
Cons
- High-speed traffic and limited pedestrian infrastructure along US-377 create pedestrian hazard
- Virtually no public transit options, creating absolute car dependency
- Limited street lighting along rural cut-through roads and older residential streets
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Krugerville. There are no known encampments or panhandling hubs, with regional emergency shelter resources concentrated in the city of Denton.
What Krugerville is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and calm, with local commuters heading out via US-377 and low residential activity.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and safe throughout neighborhoods, with moderate commercial traffic on the main arterial road.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential; neighborhood walking is very safe, though highway edges lack sidewalks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and safe from interpersonal crime, though dark roads require careful driving.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no fixed-route public bus or rail service in Krugerville; the Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA) serves the wider county, and the nearest A-train commuter rail station is the Downtown Denton Transit Center, approximately 12 miles southwest.
Parking is completely free, abundant, and hassle-free, with private surface lots at all commercial establishments and ample curbside parking in residential subdivisions.
Things to do in Krugerville
- Dine at family-owned roadside restaurants along the US-377 corridor
- Take a short drive north to explore boating, hiking, and camping at Lake Ray Roberts State Park
- Tour the surrounding North Texas horse country and equestrian ranches
Local favorites
- Villa Grande Mexican Restaurant · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (1120)Popular local eatery serving generous portions of classic Tex-Mex, fajitas, and margaritas in a casual setting.
- World Famous Mom's · American Restaurant · 4.6★ (1450)Down-home diner favorite located nearby on US-377 known for hearty breakfasts, comfort food, and homemade pies.
- Northeast Police Department Community Park · Public Park · 4.5★ (45)Local community recreation area offering open green space, walking paths, and a playground.
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Common questions about Krugerville
Is Krugerville safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Krugerville a good place to live?
On safety, Krugerville 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 Krugerville?
Walk score 14/100 and bike score 22/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Krugerville are safer?
Bridle Ridge Ranch (92), Central Cross Roads (91), Aubrey (90) score higher nearby.
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