Is Raintree safe?
Lubbock, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Raintree as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Raintree
“Go. Raintree is a quiet, established residential neighborhood in southwest Lubbock that offers a safe and peaceful environment for visitors. While standard precautions against opportunistic property crime like vehicle break-ins should be taken, violent crime is low.”
About the area
Raintree is a mature, tree-lined suburban community characterized by traditional brick single-family homes, quiet cul-de-sacs, and neighborhood parks. Situated near the bustling 82nd Street and Slide Road commercial corridors, it combines tranquil residential living with convenient access to shopping and dining.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Tree-Lined
Walking and biking in Raintree
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 48/100
Neighborhood streets are low-traffic and pleasant for casual cycling, though dedicated bike lanes are absent on major perimeter roads and there is no public bike-share program.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to citywide Lubbock averages
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes fostering neighborhood stability
- Close proximity to South Plains retail and medical hubs while maintaining a quiet, insulated residential vibe
Cons
- Periodic vehicle burglaries and theft from yards along adjacent major roadways
- Highly car-dependent layout with minimal pedestrian infrastructure connecting to commercial areas
- Lacks dedicated nighttime entertainment or dining within the residential boundaries
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within Raintree's residential streets, though occasional panhandling occurs at major intersections along Slide Road and 82nd Street.
What Raintree is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking dogs, and commuting without safety concerns.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet residential atmosphere with light neighborhood traffic and safe conditions for walking.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential, though street lighting varies on some interior residential streets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Generally very quiet and safe, though standard precautions apply against opportunistic auto burglaries.
Transit, parking and getting around
Citibus provides local bus service on major peripheral corridors such as 82nd Street and Slide Road (including Route 12), but service is infrequent and Lubbock does not have a rail transit system.
Parking is exceptionally easy and free, with abundant driveway and curbside street parking throughout the neighborhood and large open surface lots at nearby retail strips.
Things to do in Raintree
- Relax or jog along the walking path at adjacent neighborhood parks like Leftwich Park
- Browse the vintage goods and antiques at nearby local shopping plazas along 82nd Street
- Enjoy casual family dining and Tex-Mex favorites along the nearby Slide Road commercial strip
Local favorites
- Taqueria Jalisco · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (1200)A popular local spot serving authentic Mexican staples, breakfast tacos, and hearty lunch plates.
- He-Brews Coffee · Coffee Shop · 4.8★ (320)A cozy, independent cafe offering specialty espresso drinks, teas, and house-made pastries.
- The Cakery · Bakery · 4.6★ (290)A well-known local bakery crafting custom cakes, cupcakes, and sweet treats for all occasions.
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Common questions about Raintree
Is Raintree safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Raintree a good place to live?
On safety, Raintree scores 80/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Raintree?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 48/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Raintree are safer?
Lakeridge (89), Cumberland (Lubbock) (86), Waters (81) score higher nearby.
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