Is Oak Leaf (TX) safe?
Oak Leaf, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Oak Leaf (TX) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Oak Leaf (TX)
“Go. Oak Leaf is a peaceful, affluent rural-suburban enclave in northern Ellis County with exceptionally low violent and property crime rates. While there are virtually no commercial attractions or pedestrian infrastructure, it is an extremely safe place to reside or visit.”
About the area
Oak Leaf is a quiet, tree-filled community characterized by custom single-family homes on large multi-acre lots. Located just south of Red Oak and north of Waxahachie, the town is exclusively residential, offering a secluded country feel within commuting distance of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
- Affluent Residential
- Quiet Exurban
- Wooded / Acreage
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Oak Leaf (TX)
Walk score: 6/100 · Bike score: 18/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes, greenways, or bike-share programs; cyclists must share narrow two-lane country roads with vehicular traffic.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent and property crime rates are a fraction of national and Texas state averages
- High economic stability with median household incomes well over $120,000 and homeownership exceeding 90%
- Spacious, well-maintained residential properties with minimal congestion and noise
- Close proximity to larger suburban shopping and medical services in Red Oak and Waxahachie
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with no retail, dining, or commercial centers within town limits
- Lack of sidewalks, bike paths, and streetlights along narrow two-lane country roads
- Emergency response times can be slightly longer than dense suburban centers due to rural layout
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in Oak Leaf due to its purely residential, low-density layout and lack of commercial corridors.
What Oak Leaf (TX) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with light local commuter traffic on FM 664 and surrounding lanes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and safe with occasional landscaping crews and residents on private properties.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Tranquil and calm, though driving requires vigilance for deer and wildlife crossing dark roads.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Pitch-black and quiet with almost no street activity; exceptionally safe against violent crime.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no public bus or rail transit serving Oak Leaf or Ellis County; the town is entirely reliant on personal vehicles.
Parking is abundant and free on private driveways and large residential lots throughout the municipality.
Things to do in Oak Leaf (TX)
- Take a quiet scenic drive through the wooded residential lanes and sprawling ranchettes
- Explore the historic downtown square and boutique shops in neighboring Waxahachie, just 10 minutes south
- Enjoy outdoor recreation, fishing, and boating at nearby Lake Waxahachie
Local favorites
- Mo's Italian Place · Italian Restaurant · 4.4★ (420)A cozy, family-operated Italian favorite located just across the town border in adjacent Red Oak.
- Red Oak Diner · Diner / American · 4.5★ (680)A classic homestyle diner serving generous breakfast platters and comfort food near the Oak Leaf boundary.
- The Vault Smokehouse · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.6★ (310)A popular local spot serving Texas-style brisket, ribs, and craft sides nearby on Highway 77.
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Common questions about Oak Leaf (TX)
Is Oak Leaf (TX) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Oak Leaf (TX) a good place to live?
On safety, Oak Leaf (TX) 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 Oak Leaf (TX)?
Walk score 6/100 and bike score 18/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Oak Leaf (TX) are safer?
Bryson Manor (93) score higher nearby.
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