Is Richwood (TX) safe?
Richwood, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Richwood (TX) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Richwood (TX)
“Go. Richwood is a quiet, family-oriented suburban community in Brazoria County with low crime rates and a calm residential atmosphere. Visitors will find it extremely safe, though you will definitely need a car to get around.”
About the area
Located in the Brazosport area near Lake Jackson and Clute, Richwood is primarily a residential suburb with quiet subdivisions and local municipal parks. It serves as a peaceful bedroom community for workers in the nearby petrochemical and industrial corridors.
- Quiet Suburb
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Peaceful
Walking and biking in Richwood (TX)
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 32/100
Dedicated bike infrastructure is virtually nonexistent beyond park walking paths; road cycling requires sharing narrow shoulders with vehicle traffic.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Very low rates of violent crime compared to Texas and national averages
- High rate of homeownership and solid median household incomes over $85,000
- Quiet, low-traffic neighborhood streets ideal for families
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with almost no commercial walkability
- Occasional vehicle burglaries reported in unlocked driveway vehicles
- Flood vulnerability during major Gulf Coast tropical storms
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Richwood; support services and temporary shelters are centered in larger neighboring towns like Freeport and Lake Jackson.
What Richwood (TX) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with residents jogging, walking dogs, or commuting along FM 2004.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and residential with minimal through-traffic outside of school pickup hours.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet suburban streets with high visibility and safe conditions throughout residential subdivisions.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and quiet with little activity; crime remains low, but general suburban awareness is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
Richwood has no fixed-route public transit system; Connect Transit provides limited on-demand rural transit service within Brazoria County.
Parking is abundant and free everywhere, consisting of private driveways and spacious surface parking lots at local businesses and municipal parks.
Things to do in Richwood (TX)
- Walk or picnic along the paved trails at Richwood City Park
- Bring children to play at the playground and splash pad at Larry Johnson Park
- Fish or launch a kayak on nearby Oyster Creek access points
Local favorites
- Asiel's Restaurant · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (1120)A popular local spot serving burgers, chicken fried steak, and classic comfort fare in a relaxed setting.
- Poly Asian Diner · Asian Restaurant · 4.3★ (310)Neighborhood eatery offering quick and flavorful Chinese and Southeast Asian dishes.
- Taco Crave · Mexican Restaurant · 4.6★ (480)Casual nearby favorite serving authentic street tacos, tortas, and fresh salsas.
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Common questions about Richwood (TX)
Is Richwood (TX) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Richwood (TX) a good place to live?
On safety, Richwood (TX) scores 84/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Richwood (TX)?
Walk score 18/100 and bike score 32/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Richwood (TX) are safer?
North Lake Jackson (86) score higher nearby.
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