Is La Chaussee safe?
Venus, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates La Chaussee as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on La Chaussee
“Go. La Chaussee near Venus is a quiet, rural-residential enclave with exceptionally low rates of violent crime and minimal pedestrian foot traffic. Visitors should have no safety concerns beyond typical rural precautions such as poorly lit county roads and navigating private property lines.”
About the area
La Chaussee is a tranquil, semi-rural residential neighborhood located just outside the small town of Venus on the border of Johnson and Ellis counties. It features spacious single-family lots, open prairie land, and a peaceful, car-dependent community vibe. Visitors typically pass through for residential visits, country drives, or local small-town dining in nearby Venus and Midlothian.
- Quiet / Rural
- Car-Dependent
- Spacious Lots
- Peaceful
Walking and biking in La Chaussee
Walk score: 10/100 · Bike score: 22/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes, protected paths, or bike-share stations in the immediate area, meaning cycling occurs on open, unlit rural roads without paved shoulders.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Extremely low rates of reported violent and property crime compared to national averages
- High rate of homeownership and quiet, low-density residential streets
- Peaceful rural setting with negligible street-level disturbances
Cons
- Lack of street lighting and sidewalks along semi-rural roadways
- Complete dependence on personal vehicles for transportation and basic services
- Extended emergency services response times compared to dense suburban centers
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in this rural residential enclave, with no encampments or panhandling present.
What La Chaussee is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and clear with sparse local commuter traffic and early-morning country tranquility.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and safe, though narrow county roads lack pedestrian shoulders if walking outdoors.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and subdued as residents return home, with dark roads requiring careful driving.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and silent with virtually no vehicle or foot traffic; exceptionally low risk of street crime.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no fixed-route public transit system serving this rural area; limited demand-response transit is coordinated across Johnson County by City/County Transportation, but personal vehicles are essential.
Parking is abundant and free, with ample space in residential driveways and open roadside shoulders without meters or pay garages.
Things to do in La Chaussee
- Take a scenic countryside drive through the rolling farm roads of eastern Johnson County
- Visit the historic downtown square and railway heritage landmarks in nearby Venus
- Enjoy outdoor recreation and community events at Venus Community Park
Local favorites
- Venus Donut · Bakery & Donut Shop · 4.6★ (120)A popular local stop in downtown Venus known for fresh glazed donuts, breakfast kolaches, and friendly morning service.
- Pastafina · Italian Restaurant · 4.4★ (840)A nearby favorite serving hearty portions of classic pasta dishes, garlic rolls, and New York-style pizza.
- Tacos El Paisa · Mexican Restaurant · 4.5★ (160)An authentic local taco joint offering street tacos, tortas, and flavorful salsas near the US-67 corridor.
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Common questions about La Chaussee
Is La Chaussee safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is La Chaussee a good place to live?
On safety, La Chaussee scores 80/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is La Chaussee?
Walk score 10/100 and bike score 22/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near La Chaussee are safer?
Mountain Peak (92), Ward (88), Patriot Estates (84) score higher nearby.
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