Is Mission Hill Estates safe?
Southlake, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Mission Hill Estates as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Mission Hill Estates
“Go. Mission Hill Estates is an exceptionally safe, wealthy residential enclave in Southlake where violent and property crimes are virtually negligible. Visitors and residents face almost no safety hazards, though the area is strictly residential and car-dependent.”
About the area
Mission Hill Estates is an upscale suburban neighborhood characterized by sprawling custom estates, immaculate landscaping, and quiet residential streets. Located in Southlake near premier dining and retail destinations, it offers a peaceful and highly secure atmosphere.
- Affluent
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Mission Hill Estates
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no municipal bike-share stations in the immediate vicinity, though nearby Bicentennial Park and local arterial multi-use paths provide good recreational cycling routes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Extremely low rates of violent and property crime well below state and national medians
- Very high median household income and high rates of homeownership and property upkeep
- Close proximity to high-end dining, boutique shopping, and well-maintained municipal parks
Cons
- Strictly car-dependent layout with virtually no commercial destinations inside the subdivision itself
- Absence of public transit or extensive dedicated bicycle infrastructure
- Higher suburban speed limits along surrounding arterial connectors like Southlake Boulevard
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually non-existent in Mission Hill Estates, with no encampments or panhandling present in the community.
What Mission Hill Estates is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Quiet and secure, with local residents walking dogs or jogging along residential roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very peaceful with low traffic volumes and total ease of daytime navigation.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Tranquil and safe as families return home and neighborhood activity winds down.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Exceptionally quiet and dark with virtually zero pedestrian traffic and robust safety.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no fixed-route public bus service inside Mission Hill Estates. The nearest commuter rail hub is the TEXRail Grapevine/Main Street Station, located approximately 10 to 12 minutes away by car.
Parking is abundant with expansive private driveways and multi-car garages throughout the neighborhood, and street parking is generally unrestricted on residential roads.
Things to do in Mission Hill Estates
- Shop and dine outdoors at Southlake Town Square located just minutes away
- Explore nature trails and native wildlife habitats at the Bob Jones Nature Center and Preserve
- Visit Bicentennial Park for tennis courts, baseball fields, and paved community walking paths
Local favorites
- Truluck's Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab · Seafood Restaurant · 4.7★ (1220)Upscale dining destination renowned for fresh Florida stone crab, prime steaks, and extensive wine selections.
- Moxies Southlake Restaurant · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (1460)Modern restaurant serving elevated comfort food and creative cocktails in an energetic setting.
- Peace, Love & Little Donuts of Southlake · Donut Shop · 4.8★ (340)Quirky bakery offering freshly made mini donuts with an array of unique frostings and toppings.
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Common questions about Mission Hill Estates
Is Mission Hill Estates safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Mission Hill Estates a good place to live?
On safety, Mission Hill Estates scores 97/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Mission Hill Estates?
Walk score 12/100 and bike score 28/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Mission Hill Estates are safer?
Mission Hill Estates scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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