Is Northeast Grapevine safe?
Grapevine, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Northeast Grapevine as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Northeast Grapevine
“Go. Northeast Grapevine is an exceptionally safe, affluent suburban and lakeside community characterized by well-kept subdivisions, waterfront parks, and very low violent crime rates. It is an ideal area for families and outdoor recreation enthusiasts, requiring only standard vehicle-locking common sense.”
About the area
Northeast Grapevine borders the southern shoreline of Lake Grapevine, offering a quiet mix of established residential neighborhoods, marinas, and expansive municipal parklands. Visitors primarily come to enjoy lake recreation, hiking trails, and waterfront dining away from the denser commercial corridors. The area is peaceful, highly maintained, and overwhelmingly car-centric.
- Suburban
- Lakeside / Nature
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Northeast Grapevine
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 46/100
There is no city bike-share program, but the area connects directly into the Lake Grapevine multi-use trail system, offering miles of dedicated paved and unpaved recreational riding.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are extraordinarily low and well below state and national benchmarks.
- Strong economic baseline with high median household incomes and predominantly owner-occupied homes.
- Direct access to Lake Grapevine recreation, boat ramps, camping grounds, and shoreline trails.
Cons
- Lacks walkability, requiring a personal vehicle for nearly all errands and dining.
- Occasional opportunistic vehicle burglaries reported in unattended lakefront and trailhead parking lots.
- Limited public transit coverage within the immediate residential and park zones.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in Northeast Grapevine, with no established encampments or active panhandling in the area.
What Northeast Grapevine is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with morning joggers, dog walkers, and cyclists heading toward the lakeside parks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential atmosphere with light park visitor traffic and boaters heading to the lake ramps.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet suburban streets with active neighborhood walkers and relaxed patrons at waterfront spots.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet and dark along park roads, with virtually no foot traffic and minimal safety risk beyond standard wildlife awareness.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is very limited in this quadrant; Trinity Metro's TEXRail commuter train serves Grapevine Main Station about 2 miles southwest, but reaching Northeast Grapevine requires a car or rideshare.
Parking is exceptionally easy and abundant, with free residential street parking and ample designated lots at lakefront parks and marinas (though some park gates charge seasonal day-use entry fees).
Things to do in Northeast Grapevine
- Rent a paddleboard or relax along the shoreline at Meadowmere Park.
- Walk or jog along scenic paved and dirt paths connecting the Lake Grapevine trail system.
- Charter a boat or enjoy waterfront dining at Scott's Landing Marina.
Local favorites
- Big Daddy's Ship Store · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (1450)Laid-back lakeside burger joint and patio situated right on the docks at Scott's Landing Marina.
- Hop & Sting Brewing Co. · Brewery · 4.8★ (620)Popular local craft brewery featuring a spacious taproom, rotating food trucks, and regular live music.
- Meat U Anywhere BBQ · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.7★ (4100)Acclaimed Texas pit barbecue spot serving jalapeño cheddar sausage, brisket, and hearty breakfast tacos.
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Common questions about Northeast Grapevine
Is Northeast Grapevine safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Northeast Grapevine a good place to live?
On safety, Northeast Grapevine scores 90/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Northeast Grapevine?
Walk score 28/100 and bike score 46/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Northeast Grapevine are safer?
West Coppell (95), Bella Strada (94), Arbor Manors (94) score higher nearby.
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