Is Northeast Hurst safe?
Hurst, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Northeast Hurst as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Northeast Hurst
“Go. Northeast Hurst is a peaceful, established suburban area with low violent crime rates and well-kept residential streets. Visitors will find plenty of family-friendly parks, straightforward shopping, and safe neighborhoods, though you will definitely need a car to navigate comfortably.”
About the area
Northeast Hurst is a quiet residential and commercial pocket situated in the Mid-Cities region of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, bordering Bedford and Colleyville. The area features mid-century to modern single-family subdivisions, neighborhood parks like Chisholm Park, and suburban shopping strip centers along major thoroughfares.
- Quiet Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Mid-Century Subdivisions
Walking and biking in Northeast Hurst
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 44/100
There is no municipal bike-share system, but Chisholm Park and nearby park connectors provide paved multi-use paths for recreational cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are well below national and regional metro averages
- High rate of homeownership and stable, well-maintained middle-class housing stock
- Excellent municipal park infrastructure with family recreational amenities
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes and vehicle break-ins in retail parking lots
- Heavily car-dependent layout with high-speed arterial roads separating subdivisions
- Limited late-night entertainment and pedestrian-oriented dining options
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in Northeast Hurst, with only rare panhandling observed at major commercial intersections along Precinct Line Road and State Highway 183.
What Northeast Hurst is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with joggers, dog walkers, and school commuters along quiet residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe across neighborhood parks and local retail centers with steady suburban vehicle traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential feel with families dining out at local strip center eateries.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic and minimal street activity; neighborhoods remain safe and tranquil throughout the night.
Transit, parking and getting around
Transit service is limited; Trinity Metro provides on-demand rideshare/ZIPZONE connectivity, and the nearest commuter rail is the Hurst/Bell Station on the Trinity Railway Express (TRE), roughly 4 miles south.
Parking is abundant and entirely free throughout the neighborhood, with generous parking lots at all shopping centers, parks, and easy residential curb parking.
Things to do in Northeast Hurst
- Swim, fish, and stroll the paved walking trails at Chisholm Park
- Play pickleball, tennis, or take fitness classes at the Hurst Recreation Center nearby
- Browse local shops and family-owned restaurants along Precinct Line Road and Grapevine Highway
Local favorites
- Niki's Italian Bistro · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (1250)Longstanding, cozy neighborhood fixture serving classic pasta dishes, pizza, and garlic rolls.
- Broncho Bowl Pro Shop & Lanes (Near Hurst/Bedford Border) · Bowling Alley · 4.4★ (890)Popular local recreation spot offering casual open bowling, league play, and arcade games.
- Babe's Chicken Dinner House (North Richland Hills border) · Southern Restaurant · 4.6★ (3400)Beloved regional destination for family-style fried chicken and traditional Southern sides.
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Common questions about Northeast Hurst
Is Northeast Hurst safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Northeast Hurst a good place to live?
On safety, Northeast Hurst scores 83/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Northeast Hurst?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 44/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Northeast Hurst are safer?
Southwest Colleyville (96), Morrow Green (86), Northwest Bedford (85) score higher nearby.
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