Is Lakes of Highland Glen safe?
Pearland, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Lakes of Highland Glen as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Lakes of Highland Glen
“Go. Lakes of Highland Glen is a very safe, quiet master-planned suburban community in Pearland. Visitors and residents experience exceptionally low crime rates, well-kept surroundings, and a peaceful residential atmosphere.”
About the area
Lakes of Highland Glen is an established master-planned residential subdivision in eastern Pearland featuring scenic retention lakes, neighborhood trails, and well-maintained single-family homes. It offers a tranquil suburban lifestyle with convenient road access to nearby Pearland Parkway retail corridors and the Texas Medical Center.
- Family-Friendly
- Suburban Oasis
- Quiet / Peaceful
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Lakes of Highland Glen
Walk score: 15/100 · Bike score: 34/100
No bike-share programs exist in the neighborhood, but internal sidewalks and trail loops provide safe recreational cycling within the subdivision borders.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates than national and metro averages
- High household income levels and strong owner-occupancy with well-maintained properties
- Internal paved recreational trails looping around manicured community lakes
Cons
- Strictly residential interior requiring a vehicle for all dining, shopping, and services
- Occasional opportunistic vehicle break-ins common to open suburban driveways if cars are left unlocked
- Minimal street lighting on certain interior residential cul-de-sacs at night
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a factor in this master-planned residential community, with no encampments or panhandling present.
What Lakes of Highland Glen is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very safe and calm, with residents jogging, walking dogs, or commuting along neighborhood streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and pleasant with light residential traffic, school transit, and delivery vehicles.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Peaceful atmosphere as residents unwind, walk along the lake trails, and enjoy quiet suburban streets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and dark with virtually zero pedestrian activity; exceptionally safe to navigate.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no fixed-route public transit serving this subdivision. Commuters rely on personal vehicles or regional METRO Park & Ride facilities located along Highway 288 and Gulf Freeway corridors.
Parking is free, abundant, and straightforward, consisting of private residential driveways, garages, and unrestricted neighborhood street parking.
Things to do in Lakes of Highland Glen
- Walk or jog along the scenic paved paths bordering the community lakes and wetlands
- Visit nearby Independence Park for seasonal outdoor events, a dog park, and sports facilities
- Explore shopping and local dining centers along adjacent Pearland Parkway
Local favorites
- Grazia Italian Kitchen · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (1850)Upscale neighborhood Italian dining offering wood-fired pizzas, steaks, and craft cocktails.
- Killen's Barbecue · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.6★ (6100)Nationally acclaimed barbecue institution serving smoked brisket, ribs, and classic Southern sides.
- Bakfish Brewing Company · Brewery · 4.7★ (750)Spacious local microbrewery featuring rotating craft drafts, a covered patio, and visiting food trucks.
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Common questions about Lakes of Highland Glen
Is Lakes of Highland Glen safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Lakes of Highland Glen a good place to live?
On safety, Lakes of Highland Glen scores 90/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Lakes of Highland Glen?
Walk score 15/100 and bike score 34/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Lakes of Highland Glen are safer?
Lakes of Highland Glen scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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