Is Millwood safe?
Fate, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Millwood as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Millwood
“Go. Millwood in Fate is an exceptionally safe, master-planned suburban residential neighborhood with minimal violent or property crime. Visitors and residents can navigate the area with complete peace of mind, though a personal vehicle is essential for getting around.”
About the area
Millwood is a modern, quiet residential development situated in Fate, Texas, featuring newly built single-family homes, neighborhood green spaces, and community amenities. It caters primarily to families and commuters seeking tranquil suburban living within the greater Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet Suburb
- Car-Dependent
- Modern Housing
Walking and biking in Millwood
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 30/100
There are no public bike-share stations, but the subdivision features internal paved multi-use sidewalks that connect internally and link to local Fate city trail connectors.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Extremely low rates of violent and property crime compared to national and state averages
- High median household incomes and high rates of homeownership with modern housing stock
- Well-maintained neighborhood infrastructure with lighted sidewalks and community parks
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with almost no commercial businesses within walking distance
- Limited public transit options connecting to Dallas or surrounding hubs
- Prone to commuter traffic along Interstate 30 and Highway 66 during rush hours
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Millwood or the city of Fate, with no established encampments or street panhandling observed.
What Millwood is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking dogs, and kids heading to school.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and sunlit with light neighborhood traffic and minimal street activity.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and family-oriented as residents return home, with safe conditions for evening strolls.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and tranquil with virtually no street activity or safety concerns.
Transit, parking and getting around
Fate is not directly served by fixed-route DART bus or rail services; limited on-demand regional transit is provided via STAR Transit, and the nearest DART light rail station is Downtown Garland Station approximately 18 miles west.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the neighborhood via private driveways, attached garages, and open residential street parking with no metered zones.
Things to do in Millwood
- Enjoy the community pool, splash pad, and playground at Millwood Amenity Center
- Take a walk or jog along the paved neighborhood paths and landscaped open spaces
- Visit nearby Robert Smith Family Park in downtown Fate for disc golf, sports courts, and playgrounds
Local favorites
- Fate Station Ice Cream · Ice Cream Shop · 4.8★ (185)A beloved local parlor serving artisanal scoops and sweet treats in downtown Fate.
- Mister Omelet · Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant · 4.6★ (820)A cozy, family-friendly diner in nearby Rockwall known for hearty breakfast platters and friendly service.
- Three Lines Beverage Co. · Coffee Shop & Taproom · 4.9★ (110)A modern community hub offering craft coffee, local brews, and light bites.
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Common questions about Millwood
Is Millwood safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Millwood a good place to live?
On safety, Millwood scores 93/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Millwood?
Walk score 14/100 and bike score 30/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Millwood are safer?
Millwood scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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