Is Lakemont Grove safe?
Houston, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Lakemont Grove as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Lakemont Grove
“Go. Lakemont Grove is a safe, quiet, master-planned suburban community in the Greater Houston metro area with very low violent crime. It is predominantly residential with well-maintained single-family homes, making it safe for visitors and families, though you will need a car to get around.”
About the area
Located in Fort Bend County along the Westpark Tollway corridor, Lakemont Grove features quiet residential streets, community lakes, and manicured subdivisions. It offers easy vehicular access to major retail hubs in nearby Richmond, Katy, and Westchase.
- Quiet Suburb
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Sprawling
Walking and biking in Lakemont Grove
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 38/100
Neighborhood sidewalks and internal pond paths are great for recreational riding, but there are no dedicated commuter bike lanes connecting to regional trails or bike-share stations.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to the Houston metro average
- High homeownership rate and well-maintained modern housing stock
- Affluent suburban setting with low poverty rates and strong infrastructure
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with almost no commercial amenities within walking distance
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins typical of suburban subdivisions
- Limited public transit connectivity to central Houston employment and entertainment districts
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within Lakemont Grove; there are no encampments or panhandlers in this strictly residential community.
What Lakemont Grove is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking dogs, and commuting along clean subdivision streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very low foot traffic and quiet residential atmosphere with standard suburban delivery and service traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and safe for family strolls around the community lakes and residential cul-de-sacs.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Calm and dark with minimal street activity; exceptionally safe, though standard precautions against car burglary apply.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is virtually nonexistent inside the subdivision; METRO does not operate direct local fixed-route bus service here, making a personal vehicle or rideshare essential.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the area, consisting primarily of private driveways, garages, and unrestricted residential street parking.
Things to do in Lakemont Grove
- Stroll along the paved walking paths surrounding the Lakemont neighborhood lakes and community green spaces
- Shop and dine at the nearby Grand Center at Fort Bend shopping center
- Take a short drive to play 18 holes at the nearby Meadowbrook Farms Golf Club
Local favorites
- Alicia's Mexican Grille · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.5★ (1650)Upscale Tex-Mex eatery known for fajitas, handmade tortillas, and fresh margaritas.
- Local Table · American Restaurant · 4.6★ (1280)Family-friendly modern tavern offering craft cocktails, burgers, and Mediterranean-inspired dishes.
- Block House Coffee & Kitchen · Coffee Shop · 4.7★ (840)Charming nearby specialty coffee house serving artisanal brews, pastries, and brunch plates.
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Common questions about Lakemont Grove
Is Lakemont Grove safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Lakemont Grove a good place to live?
On safety, Lakemont Grove scores 85/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Lakemont Grove?
Walk score 18/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Lakemont Grove are safer?
Meadows of Parkway Lakes (90), Lakemont Meadows (87) score higher nearby.
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