Is Loma Terrace safe?
El Paso, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Loma Terrace as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Loma Terrace
“Go. Loma Terrace is a quiet, established residential neighborhood in East El Paso that offers a very safe environment for visitors. Violent crime is rare, and while it is predominantly a working-class residential area rather than a tourist district, it is peaceful and secure.”
About the area
Loma Terrace is a traditional mid-century neighborhood nestled in East El Paso, characterized by single-story brick ranch homes, local parks, and family-owned businesses. Bordered by arterial corridors like North Loop Drive and Gateway Boulevard, it provides a stable residential feel with convenient access to the wider Mission Valley and Eastside amenities.
- Quiet / Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Mid-Century
Walking and biking in Loma Terrace
Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 44/100
There are no municipal bike-share stations in Loma Terrace, and while residential streets are quiet enough for cycling, dedicated protected bike lanes are sparse.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low violent crime rates aligned with El Paso's standing as one of the safest large cities in the US
- High level of long-term homeownership fostering stable, tight-knit residential blocks
- Direct and easy access to Interstate 10 and arterial roadways
Cons
- Isolated incidents of opportunistic property crime and vehicle theft along commercial edges
- Aging sidewalk infrastructure and limited pedestrian streetlights on some residential roads
- Modest median household incomes compared to newer outer-suburban neighborhoods of El Paso
Homelessness: Homelessness is minimal within the interior neighborhood streets, though occasional individuals experiencing homelessness can be seen near I-10 off-ramps and major arterial bus stops.
What Loma Terrace is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Mornings are calm and safe, with residents walking dogs and heading out for school and work commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Afternoons are quiet on residential streets with steady, low-risk commercial activity along perimeter roads.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Evenings remain safe and peaceful as families wind down, with well-frequented neighborhood eateries.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Late nights are generally quiet and secure, though basic precautions against vehicle break-ins should be taken.
Transit, parking and getting around
Sun Metro operates local bus routes along North Loop Drive and Alameda Avenue, providing connections to the Mission Valley and Downtown transit centers.
Free, easy street parking is available across almost all residential streets, and commercial businesses offer ample free surface parking lots.
Things to do in Loma Terrace
- Enjoy the open green space, playground, and walking paths at Loma Terrace Park
- Sample authentic local border cuisine along North Loop Drive
- Take a short drive south to visit the historic sites along the El Paso Mission Trail
Local favorites
- Tacos Don Cuco · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (1450)A popular neighborhood staple renowned for its authentic street-style tacos and bistek.
- Rudy's Country Store and Bar-B-Q · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.5★ (2800)Rustic roadhouse serving generous portions of oak-smoked Texas pit barbecue and sides.
- Pho Tre Bien · Vietnamese Restaurant · 4.4★ (1100)Longstanding local restaurant known for hearty bowls of Vietnamese pho and traditional noodle dishes.
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Common questions about Loma Terrace
Is Loma Terrace safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Loma Terrace a good place to live?
On safety, Loma Terrace scores 78/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Loma Terrace?
Walk score 48/100 and bike score 44/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Loma Terrace are safer?
Vista Hills Park (86), Vista de Sol West (82), Marty Robbins South (81) score higher nearby.
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