Is Northwest Bedford safe?
Bedford, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Northwest Bedford as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Northwest Bedford
“Go. Northwest Bedford is an exceptionally calm, established suburban enclave in the Dallas-Fort Worth Mid-Cities. Visitors and residents face very low violent crime risks, with occasional opportunistic property theft along major thoroughfares being the main concern.”
About the area
Northwest Bedford consists primarily of quiet residential subdivisions, shaded parks, and suburban strip centers near the Colleyville and Hurst borders. It offers an easygoing, family-oriented lifestyle with quick highway access to DFW International Airport and Fort Worth.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Tree-Lined
Walking and biking in Northwest Bedford
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 42/100
There are no public bike-share programs in the area, but cyclists can utilize residential side streets and municipal park loops like Meadow Park and the nearby Cotton Belt Trail corridor.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than state and national averages.
- Solid socio-economic base with above-average median household income and high homeownership.
- Well-maintained municipal parks and green recreation spaces.
Cons
- Isolated vehicle burglaries and catalytic converter thefts in commercial parking lots.
- Highly car-dependent layout with minimal pedestrian connectivity on major arterial roads.
- Congestion during peak commute hours along Highway 121 and Cheek-Sparger Road.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within the residential neighborhoods, with only rare panhandling observed near major highway service road intersections along Airport Freeway or SH 121.
What Northwest Bedford is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, joggers, and school traffic navigating neighborhood streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe with regular suburban errand-running and light residential vehicle movement.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential winding down with families dining out along major retail corridors without safety concerns.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and tranquil with minimal foot traffic, posing very low danger beyond the need for standard awareness.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is virtually nonexistent in Bedford as it is not a member city of Trinity Metro or DART; the nearest rail link is the Trinity Railway Express (TRE) at Bell Station or Hurst/Bell Station roughly 4 miles south.
Parking is abundant, free, and straightforward, featuring wide suburban driveways, unmetered residential streets, and spacious commercial parking lots.
Things to do in Northwest Bedford
- Play sports or walk the paved perimeter trail at Meadow Park Athletic Complex.
- Enjoy the playgrounds, green lawns, and peaceful walking paths at Brook Hollow Park.
- Explore the nearby Generations Park at Boys Ranch for lake fishing, disc golf, and family activities.
Local favorites
- Oldwest Cafe · Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant · 4.6★ (3200)Rustic Western-themed diner famous for hearty Southern breakfast plates and giant pancakes.
- Twisted Root Burger Co. · Hamburger Restaurant · 4.4★ (1850)Lively local burger joint offering specialty beef and game patties with house-made root beer.
- Babe's Chicken Dinner House · Southern Restaurant · 4.6★ (4100)Beloved Texas staple serving family-style fried chicken, biscuits, and homestyle sides.
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Common questions about Northwest Bedford
Is Northwest Bedford safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Northwest Bedford a good place to live?
On safety, Northwest Bedford 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 Northwest Bedford?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 42/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Northwest Bedford are safer?
Southwest Colleyville (96), Southeast Colleyville (94), Morrow Green (86) score higher nearby.
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