Is Legend Trails safe?
The Colony, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Legend Trails as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Legend Trails
“Go. Legend Trails is a quiet, well-maintained suburban community in The Colony with exceptionally low violent crime rates. Visitors will find a tranquil residential setting with convenient driving access to major regional entertainment districts like Grandscape.”
About the area
Legend Trails is a master-planned residential neighborhood located in the southern portion of The Colony, Texas. It features modern single-family brick homes, manicured lawns, and neighborhood green spaces close to Lewisville Lake and major retail corridors.
- Family-Friendly
- Suburban / Peaceful
- Car-Dependent
- Manicured
Walking and biking in Legend Trails
Walk score: 22/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There are no public bike-share stations; cyclists generally use wide residential neighborhood streets and connected pedestrian paths leading toward local parks and Lewisville Lake trail connections.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than both Texas and national averages
- High rates of homeownership and well-maintained residential properties
- Close proximity to premier dining, shopping, and entertainment at Grandscape
- Strong socioeconomic stability with high median household incomes
Cons
- Virtually no commercial amenities within direct walking distance inside the subdivision
- Complete reliance on personal vehicles for daily errands and transportation
- Occasional vehicle burglaries reported in driveways, typical of suburban neighborhoods
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within the Legend Trails neighborhood and surrounding residential subdivisions.
What Legend Trails is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking dogs, and commuting out to work.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and calm throughout the residential streets with very light neighborhood traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued suburban atmosphere with families spending time outdoors and strolling the sidewalks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet and safe with minimal foot or vehicle traffic; standard suburban vigilance applies.
Transit, parking and getting around
The Colony is not part of the DART or DCTA regular transit systems, and there are no fixed-route bus lines or train stations serving Legend Trails. Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA) provides on-demand microtransit (GoZone) via app within designated zones.
Parking is abundant, straightforward, and free throughout the area, consisting of residential driveways and unrestricted curbside street parking.
Things to do in Legend Trails
- Enjoy a family picnic or playground time at nearby Stewart Creek Park on Lewisville Lake
- Explore the outdoor entertainment, dining, and live concerts at Grandscape just minutes away
- Play a round of golf at the nearby Stewart Peninsula Golf Course overlooking the lake
Local favorites
- Hard Eight BBQ · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.5★ (11500)Rustic, lively Texas barbecue joint serving pit-smoked meats by the pound just down the road.
- Heritage Pizza and Taproom · Pizza Restaurant · 4.6★ (1420)Neighborhood spot offering craft beer on tap and specialty thin-crust pizzas.
- Andretti Indoor Karting & Games · Amusement Center · 4.6★ (5100)High-energy entertainment complex featuring electric karting, arcade games, and laser tag.
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Common questions about Legend Trails
Is Legend Trails safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Legend Trails a good place to live?
On safety, Legend Trails scores 88/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Legend Trails?
Walk score 22/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Legend Trails are safer?
Stewart Peninsula (91), Austin Waters (91), Legend Crest (91) score higher nearby.
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