Is Nottingham Country safe?
Houston, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Nottingham Country as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Nottingham Country
“Go. Nottingham Country is a peaceful, established suburban community offering a very safe environment with low crime rates and well-kept properties. Visitors will experience a quiet, family-oriented neighborhood with virtually no violent crime risks.”
About the area
Nottingham Country is a mature, tree-lined master-planned subdivision located in the Katy area of West Houston just south of Interstate 10. Built primarily in the late 1970s and 1980s, the neighborhood is known for classic brick homes, leafy greenbelts, and highly rated public schools.
- Family-Friendly
- Suburban / Tree-Lined
- Quiet / Peaceful
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Nottingham Country
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 46/100
While on-street dedicated bike lanes are absent on major arterials, quiet residential lanes and the nearby paved Mason Creek Hike & Bike Trail offer excellent recreational cycling routes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are exceptionally low compared to the broader Houston metropolitan area.
- Strong economic foundation with high homeownership rates, low poverty, and active neighborhood patrol by local law enforcement.
- Well-maintained neighborhood greenbelts and parks shaded by mature live oak canopies.
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as vehicle break-ins along outer perimeter thoroughfares.
- Almost completely car-dependent with minimal walkable amenities inside the neighborhood core.
- Low-lying drainage sections can experience localized street ponding during severe Gulf storms.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within Nottingham Country's residential interior, with only rare panhandling observed near highway interchanges along Interstate 10.
What Nottingham Country is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with morning joggers, dog walkers, and school-bound traffic under quiet suburban streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very calm throughout residential blocks with moderate commercial traffic concentrated on boundary roads like Fry.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and secure, with families walking the greenbelts and neighbors out in front yards.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Exceptionally quiet with minimal street lighting and almost no foot traffic, remaining very safe overall.
Transit, parking and getting around
Local fixed-route bus service is minimal in this area; METRO operates the Kingsland Park & Ride roughly two miles north, offering direct commuter express bus service into Downtown Houston and the Energy Corridor.
Residential street parking is free, open, and unrestricted, while adjacent retail centers along South Fry Road provide expansive, complimentary surface parking lots.
Things to do in Nottingham Country
- Stroll or jog along the shaded pathways of the Nottingham Country Greenbelt.
- Connect to the nearby Mason Creek Hike and Bike Trail for extended cycling and birdwatching.
- Explore the variety of local bakeries, diners, and specialty shops along South Fry Road.
Local favorites
- The Bagel Cafe · Bakery & Breakfast · 4.6★ (1250)Longtime local favorite serving authentic New York-style boiled bagels, spreads, and breakfast sandwiches.
- Las Mañanitas Mexican Restaurant · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (1380)Casual, family-friendly Mexican eatery known for sizzling fajitas, enchiladas, and strong margaritas.
- Pane e Vino Ristorante Italiano · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (820)Cozy neighborhood spot dishing out homemade pasta, fresh seafood, and traditional Italian entrees.
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Common questions about Nottingham Country
Is Nottingham Country safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Nottingham Country a good place to live?
On safety, Nottingham Country scores 88/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Nottingham Country?
Walk score 28/100 and bike score 46/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Nottingham Country are safer?
Kelliwood Parc (91), Green Trails Forest (91), Green Trails (90) score higher nearby.
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