Is Lake Colony safe?
Garland, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Lake Colony as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Lake Colony
“Go. Lake Colony is an established, quiet suburban neighborhood offering a safe and peaceful environment for visitors. Violent crime is rare, and standard suburban precautions against vehicle break-ins are sufficient.”
About the area
Lake Colony is a classic residential subdivision in southern Garland, characterized by established single-family brick homes, mature trees, and calm streets. The neighborhood offers a relaxed, family-oriented atmosphere with convenient access to Lake Ray Hubbard and major East Dallas commuter corridors.
- Suburban
- Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Lake Colony
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 36/100
Dedicated bike lanes are scarce on neighborhood streets, but recreational riders can easily connect to the paved multi-use paths of the Duck Creek Greenbelt Trail.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low rates of violent crime compared to the wider Dallas-Fort Worth metro area
- High homeownership rate contributing to neighborhood stability and quiet streets
- Convenient access to Lake Ray Hubbard and nearby community park facilities
Cons
- Occasional property crimes including vehicle break-ins and package theft
- Heavily car-dependent layout with minimal walkable amenities
- Inconsistent sidewalk continuity on some interior residential blocks
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within Lake Colony's residential streets, with only occasional individuals observed near major commercial retail nodes or highway interchanges along I-30.
What Lake Colony is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very peaceful with low traffic, ideal for morning walks and routine suburban commuting.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with standard neighborhood activity and safe pedestrian conditions.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued and relaxing as residents return home; safe for evening jogs or walking dogs.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and dark with almost no foot traffic; remains generally safe, though typical vehicle locking precautions apply.
Transit, parking and getting around
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) provides bus service along nearby major thoroughfares like Broadway Boulevard and Centerville Road. The nearest light rail hub is the Downtown Garland Station on the DART Blue Line, located approximately 10 to 15 minutes away by car.
Free, unrestricted street parking is widely available throughout the residential neighborhood, supplemented by private driveways and ample free surface lots at area shopping plazas.
Things to do in Lake Colony
- Play a round of golf at the nearby Duck Creek Golf Club along the creek greenway.
- Spend a day boating, fishing, or relaxing near the shores of Lake Ray Hubbard.
- Walk, jog, or picnic along the paved pathways of the Duck Creek Greenbelt.
Local favorites
- Hubbard's Cubbard · Diner · 4.5★ (1250)Beloved local diner known for generous breakfast portions and homestyle American comfort food.
- Fish N' Tails · Seafood Restaurant · 4.4★ (1420)Laid-back neighborhood eatery serving fried catfish baskets, shrimp, and po' boys.
- Duck Creek Golf Club · Golf Course · 4.1★ (680)Public 18-hole championship golf course nestled in a tree-lined setting along Duck Creek.
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Common questions about Lake Colony
Is Lake Colony safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Lake Colony a good place to live?
On safety, Lake Colony scores 75/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Lake Colony?
Walk score 28/100 and bike score 36/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Lake Colony are safer?
The Point on Hubbard (83), Lake Park (Dallas) (81), Cypress Cove (78) score higher nearby.
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