Is Mustang safe?
Pilot Point, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Mustang as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Mustang
“Go. Mustang and the surrounding Pilot Point area offer a peaceful, low-crime rural and equestrian setting with very little violent crime. Visitors should expect a car-dependent country atmosphere where standard precautions are sufficient.”
About the area
Mustang is a quiet rural expanse located just outside Pilot Point in northeast Denton County, renowned for horse ranches and open acreage. Visitors typically come to explore North Texas horse country, visit local distilleries, or access nearby Lake Ray Roberts.
- Rural / Equestrian
- Quiet & Peaceful
- Car-Dependent
- Scenic Acreage
Walking and biking in Mustang
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 24/100
There are no dedicated municipal bike lanes or bike shares; cycling is primarily recreational along Lake Ray Roberts multi-use trails or rural roads with narrow shoulders.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than state and national medians
- High rate of homeownership and well-maintained ranch properties
- Low population density minimizes street friction and property crime risks
- Close proximity to state park recreational facilities
Cons
- Sparse rural lighting along unpaved or two-lane country roads at night
- Emergency response times can be longer than in dense suburban municipalities
- Extreme car dependency with zero walkable amenities
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in this rural pocket, with no encampments or panhandling present.
What Mustang is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with light equestrian and commuter traffic on FM roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe, with high visibility and minimal vehicle congestion outside school hours.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential winding-down with dark country roads requiring cautious driving.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and quiet with virtually no foot traffic, though personal safety risks remain very low.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no fixed-route public transit serving Mustang or Pilot Point; the nearest DART or DCTA rail connections are in Denton roughly 20 miles southwest.
Parking is abundant and universally free across ranch properties, trailheads, and commercial lots in nearby Pilot Point.
Things to do in Mustang
- Take a tour and enjoy live music at Western Son Distillery
- Explore the hiking and equestrian trails at nearby Lake Ray Roberts State Park
- Visit historic Pilot Point square for antique shopping and local dining
Local favorites
- Western Son Distillery · Distillery · 4.7★ (680)A popular craft vodka distillery offering weekend tours, tastings, and live outdoor entertainment.
- Nick's Italian Restaurant · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (560)A hometown staple serving classic pasta dishes, hand-tossed pizzas, and garlic knots.
- Uncle Beto's Mexican Restaurant · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.5★ (420)A casual dining spot offering generous portions of traditional Tex-Mex favorites.
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Common questions about Mustang
Is Mustang safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Mustang a good place to live?
On safety, Mustang scores 86/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Mustang?
Walk score 12/100 and bike score 24/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Mustang are safer?
Creeks of Legacy (94), Creekside West (94), Central Celina (94) score higher nearby.
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