Is Mockingbird Hills safe?
Joshua, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Mockingbird Hills as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Mockingbird Hills
“Go. Mockingbird Hills is a peaceful, low-density residential community in Joshua with very low crime rates and high homeownership. Visitors will find a secure and quiet suburban setting, provided they have a personal vehicle for getting around.”
About the area
Mockingbird Hills is an established, semi-rural residential neighborhood located in Joshua, Texas, characterized by single-family detached homes on generous lots. It offers a tranquil, family-oriented atmosphere with easy highway access to both Cleburne and the greater Fort Worth metroplex.
- Quiet Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Spacious Lots
Walking and biking in Mockingbird Hills
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 24/100
There are no bike-share stations or dedicated cycle lanes in the area, though the neighborhood's low-traffic interior roads are safe for recreational riding.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to state and national averages
- High rate of homeownership with well-maintained, stable residential properties
- Quiet streets with minimal through traffic, creating a calm residential environment
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with virtually no walkability to retail or services
- Inconsistent sidewalk coverage and limited street lighting along residential connectors
- Extended response distances to major tertiary hospital systems
Homelessness: Homelessness is not a notable presence in Mockingbird Hills, with no visible encampments, panhandling, or nearby shelters.
What Mockingbird Hills is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with school commutes and early morning joggers on quiet subdivision streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and residential, featuring light local traffic and high safety throughout.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and secure as residents return home, though roads can be quite dark due to limited streetlamps.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and silent with minimal activity, remaining safe from predatory crime but requiring personal vehicular navigation.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is virtually non-existent; Johnson County is served only by CityLink curb-to-curb demand-response rural transit, and the nearest commuter rail connections are miles north in Fort Worth.
Parking is abundant and entirely free, with private driveways at every home and unrestricted curbside street parking throughout the subdivision.
Things to do in Mockingbird Hills
- Spend an afternoon enjoying the walking trails and playground at nearby Joshua City Park
- Take a scenic country drive connecting through Johnson County to the Chisholm Trail Parkway
- Explore local independent dining and antique shops along State Highway 174
Local favorites
- Porky's Smokehouse BBQ · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.6★ (320)Down-home roadside joint serving up classic Texas smoked brisket, sausage, and ribs.
- La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.3★ (415)Neighborhood staple offering traditional Tex-Mex plates, enchiladas, and fresh salsa.
- Tito's Mexican Restaurant · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (290)Casual, family-friendly diner popular for breakfast burritos and hearty combo platters.
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Common questions about Mockingbird Hills
Is Mockingbird Hills safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Mockingbird Hills a good place to live?
On safety, Mockingbird Hills scores 84/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Mockingbird Hills?
Walk score 12/100 and bike score 24/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Mockingbird Hills are safer?
Mountain Valley Lake Estates (90), Cooper Valley (86), Southwest Burleson (86) score higher nearby.
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