Is North Irving safe?
Irving, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates North Irving as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on North Irving
“Go. North Irving is an affluent, well-maintained suburban area with significantly lower violent crime rates than both regional and national averages. Visitors will find safe shopping centers, master-planned residential tracts, and business parks, with standard suburban situational awareness regarding vehicle security being the only real precaution needed.”
About the area
North Irving encompasses the master-planned communities, corporate corridors, and modern subdivisions stretching north toward Valley Ranch and Las Colinas. It features high homeownership rates, strong household incomes, diverse international dining options, and expansive park trail networks. The area is largely modern, car-dependent, and quiet.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Diverse Dining
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in North Irving
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 48/100
The district provides access to the northern section of the paved Campion Trail, though dedicated on-street bike lanes on high-speed thoroughfares are sparse.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are exceptionally low compared to the broader Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex
- High median household incomes exceeding $95,000 and low poverty across residential tracts
- Well-maintained municipal parks, corporate campuses, and scenic multi-use greenbelts
Cons
- Occasional vehicle break-ins and property crimes in hotel and retail parking corridors
- Car dependency requires navigating high-speed arterial roads and tollways
- Limited late-night pedestrian activity makes walking alone after dark feel isolated
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in North Irving, with occasional individuals near major highway underpasses along SH 114 or I-635, but it is not a prominent feature of the neighborhood.
What North Irving is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and busy with commuters, school traffic, and morning joggers along residential sidewalks and trailheads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Active commercial centers and quiet residential streets with a relaxed, low-stress environment.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Popular dining plazas fill up along major corridors, maintaining a secure and bustling suburban atmosphere.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and largely empty with light highway traffic; safe overall, though isolated retail lots require normal caution.
Transit, parking and getting around
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) serves the district via the Orange Line light rail (accessible at stations like North Lake College and Las Colinas Urban Center) alongside local bus routes like the 227 and 230.
Parking is abundant, free, and straightforward across vast surface lots in strip malls, office parks, and residential driveways.
Things to do in North Irving
- Walk or cycle the scenic paved paths of the Campion Trail along the Elm Fork Trinity River
- Sample authentic global cuisine ranging from South Indian to Middle Eastern along the MacArthur Boulevard corridor
- Play a round of golf at nearby championship courses such as the TPC Las Colinas or Hackberry Creek
Local favorites
- Andalous Mediterranean Grill · Mediterranean Restaurant · 4.6★ (3200)Popular cafeteria-style spot serving freshly baked pita, kebabs, and traditional Mediterranean mezze.
- Via Real · Southwestern Fine Dining · 4.5★ (1150)Longstanding upscale restaurant known for refined Southwestern fare and an extensive tequila selection.
- Our Place Indian Cuisine · Indian Restaurant · 4.3★ (1850)Revered dining venue featuring a broad array of classic North and South Indian specialties and buffets.
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Common questions about North Irving
Is North Irving safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is North Irving a good place to live?
On safety, North Irving scores 85/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is North Irving?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 48/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near North Irving are safer?
The Lakes of Las Colinas (91) score higher nearby.
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