Is Richland Manor safe?
Odessa, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Richland Manor as “Caution”.
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Gogo's take on Richland Manor
“Go with care. Richland Manor is a standard mid-century residential neighborhood in north-central Odessa that is generally peaceful during daylight hours. While violent crime rates are relatively low compared to southern parts of Odessa, standard precautions against vehicle break-ins and property theft are necessary.”
About the area
Richland Manor is an established residential enclave featuring modest single-family ranch homes, wide suburban streets, and mature desert landscaping. It sits conveniently close to the bustling East 42nd Street retail and dining corridor as well as the University of Texas Permian Basin campus.
- Quiet Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Mid-Century Suburb
Walking and biking in Richland Manor
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 41/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes or municipal bike-share stations within the neighborhood, though quiet interior streets allow low-stress recreational cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Primarily owner-occupied, stable residential blocks with minimal pedestrian pass-through
- Close proximity to Odessa's primary retail, grocery, and medical corridors along 42nd Street
- Significantly lower rates of violent crime than south or downtown Odessa neighborhoods
- High household vehicle ownership and easy vehicular access to major thoroughfares
Cons
- Elevated rates of opportunistic property crime, including vehicle burglaries and tool theft
- Pockets of aging infrastructure with inconsistent sidewalk networks and poor street lighting
- Permian Basin economic volatility influences occasional rental turnover and code enforcement issues
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the interior residential blocks of Richland Manor, though occasional unhoused individuals and panhandling can be observed along commercial intersections on East 42nd Street.
What Richland Manor is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and quiet with residents commuting to work and school; very safe for morning jogs or dog walking.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential atmosphere with light local traffic and service vehicles navigating the neighborhood.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued and family-oriented as residents return home; generally safe along residential streets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Streets become dark due to limited illumination, and caution is advised against isolated foot travel and property theft.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by EZ-Rider bus system, with fixed routes running along peripheral corridors like 42nd Street, but service frequency is limited and there is no passenger rail.
Free and abundant parking is readily available throughout the neighborhood via private driveways and wide residential curbs without meter restrictions.
Things to do in Richland Manor
- Explore the Stonehenge Replica located just east on the nearby UTPB campus grounds
- Catch a community theater performance or musical at the nearby Permian Playhouse
- Browse local shops, eateries, and regional services along the East 42nd Street strip
Local favorites
- Mi Piaci Italian Restaurant · Italian Restaurant · 4.3★ (1150)Longstanding local favorite serving classic pastas, seafood, and wood-fired pizzas in a warm setting.
- Keith's Hamburger Station · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (1420)No-frills counter-serve staple famous for hearty Texas-style burgers, steak fingers, and crinkle-cut fries.
- Dos Compadres Mexican Restaurant · Mexican Restaurant · 4.2★ (980)Casual eatery offering generous plates of Tex-Mex classics, sizzling fajitas, and homemade salsa.
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Common questions about Richland Manor
Is Richland Manor safe to walk at night?
Take care after dark: stick to lit main streets or take a ride.
Is Richland Manor a good place to live?
On safety, Richland Manor scores 64/100 — below average, so visit at different times of day before deciding to move.
How walkable is Richland Manor?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 41/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Richland Manor are safer?
The Fountains (Odessa) (79), East Odessa (76), San Miguel Square (68) score higher nearby.
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