Is Memorial Club Townhouses safe?
Houston, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Memorial Club Townhouses as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Memorial Club Townhouses
“Go. Memorial Club Townhouses is a quiet, well-maintained residential community in West Houston that offers a very safe and secure environment for residents and visitors alike. Violent crime is rare, and the neighborhood feels insulated from typical urban risks.”
About the area
Memorial Club Townhouses is an established residential enclave spanning over 100 acres in Houston's Energy Corridor. Known for its mature tree canopy, extensive recreational amenities, and private greenbelts, it functions as a tranquil suburban retreat.
- Quiet Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Memorial Club Townhouses
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 52/100
Cyclists have convenient access to the nearby Terry Hershey Park Trail along Buffalo Bayou, though municipal bike-share stations are not available in the area.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than Houston citywide benchmarks
- Active HOA management maintains grounds, security standards, and recreational facilities
- High homeownership rate and strong household income levels in the broader Memorial district
- Direct proximity to expansive green space along Buffalo Bayou
Cons
- Car-dependent setting with virtually no commercial destinations inside the complex
- Occasional opportunistic property theft and vehicle break-ins common along major West Houston arterials
- Inconsistent walkway lighting in some interior courtyard passages after dark
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a factor within the private residential townhouse grounds, though occasional individuals may be seen near high-traffic intersections along Dairy Ashford Road or the I-10 frontage.
What Memorial Club Townhouses is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking pets, and commuting with no safety concerns.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Low-key and quiet throughout the residential pathways and parking courts.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and safe for an evening stroll, though some interior pathways are dimly lit.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet with minimal foot traffic; routine suburban vehicle-locking precautions apply.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transportation is provided by METRO Houston, primarily via bus route 162 along Memorial Drive, but headways are long and there is no nearby rail service.
Assigned covered carports are reserved for residents, while clearly marked visitor surface spaces are available throughout the property free of charge.
Things to do in Memorial Club Townhouses
- Walk or jog along the community's interior greenbelts and landscaped trails
- Access the nearby Terry Hershey Park network for miles of paved bayou-side biking and hiking
- Play tennis or relax near the community recreational facilities
Local favorites
- Sylvia's Enchilada Kitchen · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.4★ (2150)Well-known West Houston fixture serving authentic enchiladas and traditional northern Mexican cuisine.
- Beans Cafe Coffeehouse · Coffee Shop · 4.6★ (520)Relaxed neighborhood cafe serving specialty espresso drinks, breakfast sandwiches, and fresh pastries.
- Saldivia's South American Grill · South American Steakhouse · 4.7★ (680)Longtime family-run eatery specializing in prime grilled meats and Uruguayan specialties.
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Common questions about Memorial Club Townhouses
Is Memorial Club Townhouses safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Memorial Club Townhouses a good place to live?
On safety, Memorial Club Townhouses scores 85/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Memorial Club Townhouses?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 52/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Memorial Club Townhouses are safer?
Wilchester (94), Nottingham Forest VIII (87), Nottingham West (86) score higher nearby.
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