Is North Haltom City safe?
Haltom City, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates North Haltom City as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on North Haltom City
“Go. North Haltom City is a standard, working-to-middle-class suburban community that is generally safe and peaceful for residents and visitors alike. While commercial thoroughfares require standard awareness against property crime, residential subdivisions are quiet and low-risk.”
About the area
North Haltom City offers established suburban neighborhoods, family-friendly municipal parks, and vibrant commercial corridors along Denton Highway and Loop 820. Visitors mostly come through for diverse casual dining, local sports parks, or quick access to neighboring North Richland Hills and Fort Worth.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Diverse Dining
Walking and biking in North Haltom City
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 42/100
There is no municipal bike-share system, and dedicated bike lanes are scarce on major roads, though neighborhood streets and paths within North Park offer casual cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Lower rates of violent crime compared to southern Haltom City and central Fort Worth
- Solid single-family residential stability with high vehicle ownership and access
- Abundant community parks and recreational fields such as North Park
- Active local police patrols across residential and retail corridors
Cons
- Occasional property crimes and vehicular burglaries around major retail plazas and apartment complexes
- Pockets of aging rental housing with lower median household incomes relative to neighboring Keller or North Richland Hills
- Car-dependent arterial roads like Denton Highway (US-377) with high-speed vehicle traffic
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in North Haltom City, with only occasional individuals seen near major intersections along Loop 820 or Denton Highway; there are no major encampments or shelters directly in this area.
What North Haltom City is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and busy with school traffic, commuters heading to Loop 820, and residents walking dogs in residential subdivisions.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Active around shopping centers and commercial strips, feeling entirely safe for dining and running errands.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet in residential areas with steady traffic around restaurants; safe for standard suburban activities.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Calm and generally quiet, though standard precautions apply around commercial strip parking lots and poorly lit thoroughfares.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit in Haltom City is very limited as the city is not a member of Trinity Metro; the nearest commuter rail connection is the North Richland Hills/Iron Horse Station on the TEXRail line roughly 2 to 3 miles away.
Parking is exceptionally easy and free throughout the area, with large surface lots at every retail plaza and unrestricted curb parking in residential neighborhoods.
Things to do in North Haltom City
- Enjoy the walking trails, disc golf course, and sports courts at North Park
- Explore authentic Vietnamese and Asian cuisine along the Denton Highway and Belknap commercial strips
- Visit nearby Diamond Oaks Country Club for golfing along Big Fossil Creek
Local favorites
- Pho Son Nam · Vietnamese Restaurant · 4.5★ (680)Longtime local favorite serving hearty bowls of pho and authentic Vietnamese specialties.
- Clown Burger · Hamburger Restaurant · 4.4★ (1150)Retro, nostalgic burger joint famous for classic greasy-spoon burgers and fries.
- Roots Coffeehouse · Coffee Shop · 4.6★ (820)Community-focused specialty coffee shop offering artisan drinks and baked goods.
Neighborhoods near North Haltom City
Common questions about North Haltom City
Is North Haltom City safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is North Haltom City a good place to live?
On safety, North Haltom City scores 74/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is North Haltom City?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 42/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near North Haltom City are safer?
Grayson Ridge (86), North Richland Hills West (84), Watauga (84) score higher nearby.
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