Is Parkland Place (Houston) safe?
Houston, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Parkland Place (Houston) as “Caution”.
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Gogo's take on Parkland Place (Houston)
“Go with care. Parkland Place is a predominantly quiet, working-class residential pocket, but it is situated in a broader Southeast Houston sector that experiences above-average property crime and occasional violent incidents. Daytime visits for local errands or dining are generally manageable, but visitors should maintain situational awareness, particularly at night.”
About the area
Parkland Place is an established single-family residential neighborhood located in Southeast Houston near the Gulf Freeway corridor. The area features modest mid-century ranch-style homes, local convenience retail, and strong highway connectivity to downtown and Hobby Airport.
- Residential
- Working-Class
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet
Walking and biking in Parkland Place (Houston)
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 46/100
There are no bike-share stations in the immediate vicinity and dedicated bike lanes are scarce, though residential interior streets have low speed limits.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Established single-family residential street grid with low pass-through vehicular traffic
- Convenient highway connectivity to Loop 610 and Interstate 45
- Proximity to authentic, diverse culinary spots along neighboring commercial avenues
Cons
- Property crime rates, including vehicle break-ins and theft, are higher than national averages
- Poverty rates in surrounding census tracts are elevated above the Houston metro average
- Pedestrian infrastructure is inconsistent, with missing sidewalks and dim street lighting
Homelessness: Homelessness is rare within the residential interior of Parkland Place, though unhoused individuals and sporadic panhandling are visible along major commercial intersections near I-45 and Bellfort.
What Parkland Place (Houston) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Calm and peaceful as residents depart for work, with negligible foot traffic and low risk for visitors.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet overall, though vehicle traffic picks up along perimeter thoroughfares with standard urban caution warranted.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Streets darken quickly due to sparse streetlighting, making walking outside less secure.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Isolated and generally quiet, though elevated risks of property theft and opportunistic crime make late-night pedestrian activity ill-advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
METRO Houston provides local bus service along nearby arterial corridors such as Route 40 on Telephone Road and Route 50 near Broadway, but there is no direct METRORail rail station within walking distance.
Parking is exceptionally easy with abundant free residential curbside parking and ample surface lots at neighboring retail plazas.
Things to do in Parkland Place (Houston)
- Sample traditional tacos and Mexican pastries along nearby Broadway Boulevard
- Spend time outdoors at nearby Charlton Park enjoying the green space and sports courts
- Browse local goods and regional items at nearby strip centers along the Gulf Freeway corridor
Local favorites
- Taqueria Del Sol · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (2150)A longtime community staple famous for homemade tortillas, pan dulce, and traditional Mexican platters.
- Tel-Wink Grill · Diner · 4.6★ (2820)An iconic retro diner on Telephone Road serving classic hearty Southern breakfasts and lunches.
- Taqueria El Sol De Jalisco · Mexican Restaurant · 4.3★ (760)Unpretentious neighborhood taqueria serving quick breakfast tacos and combination platters.
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Common questions about Parkland Place (Houston)
Is Parkland Place (Houston) safe to walk at night?
Take care after dark: stick to lit main streets or take a ride.
Is Parkland Place (Houston) a good place to live?
On safety, Parkland Place (Houston) scores 61/100 — below average, so visit at different times of day before deciding to move.
How walkable is Parkland Place (Houston)?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 46/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Parkland Place (Houston) are safer?
Laurel Creek (80), Windfern Meadows (68), Wagon Wheel Estates (64) score higher nearby.
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