Is Midway Hollow safe?
Dallas, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Midway Hollow as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Midway Hollow
“Go. Midway Hollow is an upscale, quiet residential neighborhood that offers a safe and peaceful environment for visitors. While the commercial perimeter corridors see routine suburban property crime, the residential interior is very safe day and night.”
About the area
Midway Hollow is an established, rapidly gentrifying North Dallas enclave characterized by mid-century cottages and luxury new-construction custom homes. Situated just north of Dallas Love Field and west of Bluffview, it offers a sleepy suburban atmosphere with quick driving access to fine dining and shopping across the Metroplex.
- Peaceful
- Suburban
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Midway Hollow
Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 52/100
While dedicated bike lanes within the neighborhood are scarce, low vehicle traffic makes neighborhood streets cycle-friendly, connecting easily to the nearby Bachman Lake loop trail.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to greater Dallas averages
- High homeownership rate and strong household median income exceeding $110,000
- Tranquil, tree-canopied residential interior with very low through-traffic
- Proximity to Dallas Love Field and upscale dining corridors in Bluffview and Preston Hollow
Cons
- Opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins along outer boundary roads
- Commercial borders along Northwest Highway and Webb Chapel Road carry higher petty theft rates
- Sparse sidewalk infrastructure throughout several residential interior blocks
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically nonexistent within the residential core, though occasional panhandling and individuals experiencing homelessness can be seen at major commercial intersections along Northwest Highway.
What Midway Hollow is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers and joggers navigating the quiet interior streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and residential with light local traffic and service vehicles throughout the neighborhood.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential ambiance; walking is comfortable and safe on neighborhood streets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and low activity; remains generally safe, though standard precautions against car burglary apply.
Transit, parking and getting around
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) serves the periphery with bus routes along Northwest Highway and Marsh Lane, with the Bachman DART Rail Station (Green and Orange lines) located about 1.5 miles to the southwest.
Free and ample street parking is readily available throughout the residential grid, and commercial plazas along the borders provide dedicated free surface parking lots.
Things to do in Midway Hollow
- Enjoy classic Texas-style pit barbecue and outdoor patio seating at nearby local joints
- Stroll the quiet, shady residential blocks to view contrasting mid-century ranch architecture and modern builds
- Explore the nearby Bachman Lake Park trails located just southwest of the neighborhood
Local favorites
- Cattleack Barbeque · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.8★ (1850)Renowned, limited-hours destination serving award-winning Texas brisket and beef ribs.
- Fernando's Mexican Cuisine · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.4★ (620)Upscale Tex-Mex and Mexico City-style specialties in a polished, welcoming setting.
- White Rock Coffee - Midway Hollow · Coffee Shop · 4.6★ (210)Popular local roastery branch offering espresso drinks, pastries, and work-friendly seating.
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Common questions about Midway Hollow
Is Midway Hollow safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Midway Hollow a good place to live?
On safety, Midway Hollow scores 83/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Midway Hollow?
Walk score 48/100 and bike score 52/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Midway Hollow are safer?
Chase Place (86) score higher nearby.
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