Is Lakes of Prosper safe?
Prosper, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Lakes of Prosper as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Lakes of Prosper
“Go. Lakes of Prosper is an exceptionally safe, affluent master-planned residential community in the northern Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Crime rates are among the lowest in the state, making it a peaceful suburban enclave for families and visitors.”
About the area
Lakes of Prosper is a quiet, master-planned neighborhood located in the town of Prosper, Texas. It features modern single-family brick homes, neighborhood lakes, green spaces, and well-maintained walking paths. The area is purely suburban and car-dependent, focused around residential living and nearby town parks.
- Suburban Oasis
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet / Residential
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Lakes of Prosper
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There are no public bike-share docks, but internal multi-use paths connect cleanly to municipal trails leading to Frontier Park.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent and property crime rates are well below national and Texas averages
- High median household incomes and near-zero residential vacancy rates
- Well-lit, clean residential streets with active community surveillance
Cons
- Virtually no commercial amenities within direct walking distance
- Requires a vehicle for all dining, shopping, and everyday errands
- Limited public lighting on outer arterial connectors at night
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Lakes of Prosper or surrounding residential subdivisions. Support services and emergency shelters are located in larger Collin County hubs like McKinney and Plano.
What Lakes of Prosper is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with joggers, dog walkers, and school commuters feeling completely secure.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet suburban streets with occasional service vehicles and family activity around common spaces.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential with families out for evening strolls under well-lit neighborhood lamps.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet with minimal traffic; safe to traverse though virtually all activity ceases.
Transit, parking and getting around
Prosper is outside the DART transit service area and has no fixed-route bus or light rail service. The nearest DART rail station is Plano Station over 20 miles south, requiring personal vehicle transportation.
Parking is completely free and widely available via residential driveways and standard curb parking throughout the neighborhood without meters or restrictions.
Things to do in Lakes of Prosper
- Walk or jog along the paved neighborhood lakeside trails
- Visit the nearby Frontier Park for sports fields, playgrounds, and splash pad
- Picnic by the pond and open green belts inside the community
Local favorites
- The Gin at The Silos · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (750)Popular nearby spot serving elevated Southern comfort food and craft cocktails in a rustic setting.
- Tanner's Bar & Grill · Bar & Grill · 4.3★ (320)Local gathering place offering classic pub grub, draft beers, and sports viewing.
- Honeylu's Coffee · Coffee Shop · 4.7★ (410)Community-focused cafe offering specialty espresso drinks and light bites.
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Common questions about Lakes of Prosper
Is Lakes of Prosper safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Lakes of Prosper a good place to live?
On safety, Lakes of Prosper scores 96/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Lakes of Prosper?
Walk score 12/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Lakes of Prosper are safer?
Lakes of Prosper scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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