Is Pecan Plantation safe?
Pecan Plantation, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Pecan Plantation as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Pecan Plantation
“Go. Pecan Plantation is an exceptionally safe, private gated community where violent crime is virtually nonexistent and access is closely monitored. Visitors visiting residents or utilizing approved guest amenities can expect a tranquil, upscale environment. Standard awareness around water and private roads is all that is required.”
About the area
Pecan Plantation is an expansive master-planned, gated riverside community situated inside a loop of the Brazos River near Granbury, Texas. Known for its mature pecan orchards, dual golf courses, private airstrips, and marina access, it is home primarily to affluent retirees and families.
- Gated Community
- Quiet & Suburban
- Golf & Riverfront
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Pecan Plantation
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no municipal bike-share stations or designated bike lanes, though neighborhood residential roads and golf cart paths are commonly used for recreational cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Virtually non-existent violent and property crime rates supported by 24/7 gated security access
- High median household incomes well above state averages and nearly 90% owner-occupied housing
- Well-maintained private infrastructure, parks, and recreational amenities
Cons
- Strictly gated with no public entry unless invited as a resident guest or club member
- Completely car-dependent with significant travel distance to major trauma or specialized medical centers
- Wildlife hazards such as deer and occasional feral hogs on unlit neighborhood roadways at night
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not present within Pecan Plantation due to the community's strict access-controlled gates and private security patrols.
What Pecan Plantation is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents walking dogs, jogging, and driving golf carts across tree-lined streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and serene, with light recreational activity around the country club, tennis courts, and river marinas.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential as neighbors gather at the clubhouse or relax at home with minimal outside traffic.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and dark with empty streets, maintaining a very high level of safety due to gated security checkpoints.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no public transit agency or fixed-route bus service operating within Pecan Plantation. The nearest passenger rail connection is the Trinity Railway Express or TEXRail in Fort Worth, roughly 45 miles to the northeast.
Ample free private parking is available at the country club, recreation centers, and residential driveways; street parking is strictly regulated by HOA guidelines.
Things to do in Pecan Plantation
- Play a round of golf at the scenic 18-hole Pecan Plantation Country Club course
- Enjoy boating, kayaking, or fishing at the Brazos River and Lake Granbury access points
- Stroll through the shaded groves of the historic Pecan Plantation orchards and green spaces
Local favorites
- Pecan Plantation Country Club Clubhouse · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (210)The central dining hub of the community offering traditional American fare and scenic golf course views.
- The 19th Hole Snack Bar · Casual Eatery · 4.4★ (45)A relaxed clubhouse grill popular with golfers for quick bites, sandwiches, and refreshments.
- Pecan Plantation Marina · Marina & Boat Rentals · 4.6★ (85)Community marina providing boat slips, fuel dock, and direct access to Lake Granbury waters.
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Common questions about Pecan Plantation
Is Pecan Plantation safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Pecan Plantation a good place to live?
On safety, Pecan Plantation scores 93/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Pecan Plantation?
Walk score 12/100 and bike score 28/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Pecan Plantation are safer?
Pecan Plantation scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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