Is La Mirada safe?
Dallas, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates La Mirada as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on La Mirada
“Go with care. La Mirada is a quiet, primarily residential pocket in Northeast Dallas that is generally peaceful during the day. While violent crime within the residential core is low, visitors should exercise standard urban precautions regarding vehicle security and situational awareness near surrounding arterial corridors.”
About the area
La Mirada is an established residential neighborhood in Northeast Dallas featuring mid-century ranch-style homes and quiet streets. It offers a low-key suburban atmosphere close to Lake Highlands amenities and major retail corridors. Visitors primarily come to visit residents or access nearby dining, parks, and regional trail systems.
- Suburban
- Residential
- Quiet
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in La Mirada
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 44/100
No public bike-share stations operate directly in the neighborhood, but local roads provide easy connectivity to the Lake Highlands Trail and the wider White Rock Creek Trail network.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Stable single-family residential enclave with high homeownership rates
- Relatively low violent crime rates within interior neighborhood streets
- Close proximity to Lake Highlands parks, recreation centers, and trail networks
- Reliable suburban infrastructure and high household vehicle access
Cons
- Susceptible to property crimes such as vehicle break-ins and opportunistic theft
- Proximity to busier commercial thoroughfares with higher service-call volumes
- Highly car-dependent with minimal walkable commercial amenities within the residential core
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is rarely seen within the interior residential streets of La Mirada, though occasional panhandling and unhoused individuals may be noticed near major commercial strip centers and transit stops along Skillman Street and Forest Lane.
What La Mirada is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with residents walking dogs and heading out for morning commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Low-traffic and calm throughout interior streets with high visibility and minimal disruption.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential setting, though standard vigilance is advised along darker street corners.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Streets are largely deserted; walking is uncommon and vehicle security precautions should be taken.
Transit, parking and getting around
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) operates local bus routes along peripheral arterials like Skillman Street and Forest Lane, with connections to the nearby Lake Highlands DART Rail Station (Blue Line) located about 2 miles away.
Curbside residential street parking is free, open, and readily available, while nearby commercial centers provide ample free surface parking lots.
Things to do in La Mirada
- Enjoy the playgrounds, splash pad, and walking trails at nearby Lake Highlands North Park.
- Connect to the scenic White Rock Creek Trail for long-distance cycling and jogging.
- Visit local Lake Highlands dining and craft brewing hubs along Skillman Street and Walnut Hill Lane.
Local favorites
- Mariano's Hacienda Ranch · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.5★ (4200)Historic, lively Tex-Mex venue famed as the birthplace of the frozen margarita machine.
- White Rock Coffee · Coffee Shop · 4.6★ (1250)Beloved local coffee roastery and cafe serving specialty espresso drinks and house-made pastries.
- Vector Brewing · Brewpub · 4.7★ (850)Community-focused microbrewery featuring craft beers, sourdough pizzas, and an open patio.
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Common questions about La Mirada
Is La Mirada safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is La Mirada a good place to live?
On safety, La Mirada scores 72/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is La Mirada?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 44/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near La Mirada are safer?
La Mirada (Richardson) (84), Lakeside On Spring Valley (81), The Reserve North Dallas (81) score higher nearby.
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