Is Long Point Acres safe?
Houston, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Long Point Acres as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Long Point Acres
“Go. Long Point Acres is an established, predominantly residential neighborhood in Houston's Spring Branch area that offers a generally safe environment for visitors. While commercial strips along the neighborhood borders experience typical urban property crime, the interior residential streets are peaceful and well-maintained.”
About the area
Long Point Acres is a mid-century subdivision in northwest Houston characterized by mature trees, single-family ranch homes, and steady residential redevelopment. It sits adjacent to the bustling Long Point Road corridor, celebrated across Houston for its exceptionally diverse culinary scene.
- Residential Pocket
- Family-Friendly
- Diverse Dining Hub
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Long Point Acres
Walk score: 54/100 · Bike score: 46/100
Dedicated bike lanes are scarce in the immediate neighborhood, and there is no direct connection to the Houston Bayou Greenways trail network without navigating high-traffic streets.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates in the residential interior compared to Houston citywide averages.
- Strong homeownership rates with ongoing neighborhood reinvestment and home modernizations.
- Immediate access to one of Houston's premier international food corridors along Long Point Road.
Cons
- Moderate rates of vehicle break-ins and property crime in retail strip parking lots along perimeter roads.
- Inconsistent sidewalk infrastructure throughout older residential streets.
- High vehicular traffic and limited pedestrian crosswalks on major border arterials.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is uncommon within the interior residential blocks, though individuals experiencing homelessness and occasional panhandling can be observed near major bus stops and shopping strip intersections along Long Point Road.
What Long Point Acres is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with residents walking dogs and light neighborhood commuter traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Active and generally secure, with regular customer traffic visiting Long Point Road strip malls.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Vibrant along the dining corridor and quiet inside the residential grid, remaining safe for visitors.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Calm and low-activity on residential blocks; standard urban vigilance is advised around 24-hour convenience stores.
Transit, parking and getting around
METRO Houston serves the area with local bus routes, primarily Route 26 (Long Point) and Route 46 (Gessner), though there is no direct METRORail light rail connection.
Street parking is free and readily available throughout residential streets, while commercial plazas along Long Point Road offer free dedicated surface lots.
Things to do in Long Point Acres
- Embark on a self-guided global food tour along Long Point Road featuring authentic Korean, Mexican, and Vietnamese eateries.
- Spend an afternoon enjoying the walking paths and green space at nearby Spring Woods Park.
- Explore diverse international grocery stores and specialty bakeries located throughout Spring Branch.
Local favorites
- Roostar Vietnamese Grill · Vietnamese Restaurant · 4.7★ (1850)Popular fast-casual spot celebrated for flavorful banh mi, crispy egg rolls, and rice bowls.
- Korea House Restaurant · Korean Restaurant · 4.3★ (1420)Longstanding Spring Branch staple offering authentic Korean BBQ, hot pots, and traditional sides.
- Vieng Thai · Thai Restaurant · 4.4★ (1150)Cozy strip-mall gem serving bold, authentic Thai curries, noodles, and stir-fry dishes.
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Common questions about Long Point Acres
Is Long Point Acres safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Long Point Acres a good place to live?
On safety, Long Point Acres scores 76/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Long Point Acres?
Walk score 54/100 and bike score 46/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Long Point Acres are safer?
Long Point Acres scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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