Is Laurel Place safe?
Houston, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Laurel Place as “Caution”.
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Gogo's take on Laurel Place
“Go with care. Laurel Place is a quiet, older residential pocket in Northeast Houston that faces elevated rates of property crime and regional violent crime relative to national averages. While daytime visits for specific local errands or visiting residents are manageable, visitors should remain cautious, lock vehicles, and avoid wandering after dark.”
About the area
Laurel Place is an established single-family residential community situated in Northeast Houston near the I-69/US-59 corridor. The neighborhood is mostly comprised of modest mid-century ranch homes, local churches, and neighborhood convenience businesses along its perimeter.
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet Residential
- Modest / Working-Class
Walking and biking in Laurel Place
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 34/100
Dedicated bicycle lanes are virtually non-existent in the immediate neighborhood, and there are no Houston BCycle stations; cyclists generally share road space with vehicular traffic.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Quick vehicular access to I-69/US-59 for straightforward transit to Downtown Houston
- Primarily quiet, low-density residential streets with limited commercial pass-through traffic
- Affordable housing stock compared to greater Harris County medians
Cons
- Elevated rates of violent and property crime across the broader Northeast Houston patrol district
- Lower median household income and higher poverty rates compared to state and national averages
- Limited neighborhood-scale amenities, dining, and retail options within comfortable walking distance
- Sporadic street lighting and limited pedestrian infrastructure on select residential blocks
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is uncommon on interior residential streets, though panhandling and unhoused individuals are occasionally observed near major highway underpasses and strip shopping centers along US-59 and Little York Road.
What Laurel Place is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Mornings are generally peaceful as residents commute, making it the safest time of day for routine movement.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Afternoons remain relatively calm, though awareness is advisable near busy commercial strip intersections.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Activity tapers off quickly around dusk; street lighting is inconsistent, so caution is advised outdoors.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Late nights carry a higher risk of property crime and isolated criminal incidents; walking through the area is not recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by METRO Houston via local bus lines along major peripheral streets, but rail access is distant, with the nearest METRORail Red Line station located miles west at the Northline Transit Center.
Parking is straightforward and free, generally accommodated by private driveways and unrestricted curbside street parking on residential roads.
Things to do in Laurel Place
- Spend time outdoors and explore the walking trails and disc golf at nearby Keith-Weiss Park
- Sample authentic local Tex-Mex and casual dining along the nearby Little York Road corridor
- Play a round of public golf or visit the green spaces at the nearby Brock Park
Local favorites
- Taqueria El Sol De Jalisco · Mexican Restaurant · 4.3★ (310)A casual local spot serving traditional Mexican platters, breakfast tacos, and handmade tortillas.
- Southern Seafood · Seafood Restaurant · 4.2★ (275)A neighborhood favorite known for generous portions of fried fish, shrimp baskets, and hushpuppies.
- Donut Hole · Bakery · 4.5★ (120)A convenient morning staple offering fresh glazed donuts, breakfast kolaches, and hot coffee.
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Common questions about Laurel Place
Is Laurel Place safe to walk at night?
Take care after dark: stick to lit main streets or take a ride.
Is Laurel Place a good place to live?
On safety, Laurel Place scores 51/100 — below average, so visit at different times of day before deciding to move.
How walkable is Laurel Place?
Walk score 28/100 and bike score 34/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Laurel Place are safer?
Atascocita Meadows (80), Atascocita Forest (76), Belleau Wood East (74) score higher nearby.
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