Is Rolling Ridge Estates safe?
Murphy, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Rolling Ridge Estates as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Rolling Ridge Estates
“Go. Rolling Ridge Estates is an exceptionally safe, affluent residential neighborhood in Murphy, Texas, characterized by negligible violent crime and high standards of living. Visitors and residents face minimal safety concerns at any time of day.”
About the area
Rolling Ridge Estates is a quiet, upscale suburban community in Collin County composed of well-maintained brick single-family homes on spacious lots. It provides a peaceful, family-oriented atmosphere with easy access to regional parks, quality schools, and commercial corridors along FM 544.
- Quiet Suburbia
- Family-Friendly
- Affluent
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Rolling Ridge Estates
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 38/100
No bike-share docks exist, but the neighborhood's low-speed residential streets easily connect cyclists to the multi-use Maxwell Creek Trail system.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent and property crime rates consistently rank among the lowest in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex
- High median household incomes well above $150,000 paired with near-zero poverty
- Pristine housing stock with high homeownership rates and active neighborhood pride
- Well-maintained streets and sidewalks with minimal through-traffic
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with no retail or dining directly inside the subdivision
- No municipal public transit options directly serving the neighborhood
- Occasional opportunistic overnight vehicle break-ins typical of affluent suburbs if cars are left unlocked
Homelessness: Homelessness is not a notable presence in Rolling Ridge Estates or the surrounding municipality of Murphy, with no visible encampments or panhandling.
What Rolling Ridge Estates is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very peaceful and safe with morning runners, dog walkers, and families commuting to local schools.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with light neighborhood traffic and children playing in yards.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Pleasant and secure for evening strolls with good street visibility and active neighborhood presence.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and tranquil with virtually no pedestrian activity and very low security risk.
Transit, parking and getting around
Murphy does not participate in the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) system; the nearest light rail connection is the DART Red Line at Parker Road Station in Plano, roughly 7 miles west.
Parking is abundant and free, with ample space in wide residential driveways and unrestricted curbside street parking throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in Rolling Ridge Estates
- Walk or jog along the quiet, tree-lined residential loops and cul-de-sacs
- Spend an afternoon at nearby Murphy Central Park enjoying the amphitheater, ponds, and paved trails
- Cycle along the connected Maxwell Creek greenbelt trail system
Local favorites
- Woody B's BBQ · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.8★ (480)Beloved local take-out counter specializing in slow-smoked ribs, brisket, and homemade sides.
- Mogio's Gourmet Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.6★ (520)Neighborhood pizzeria serving gourmet specialty pies, calzones, and classic pasta dishes.
- The Brass Tap · Gastropub · 4.4★ (380)Spacious sports bar offering an extensive craft beer menu, upscale pub grub, and patio seating.
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Common questions about Rolling Ridge Estates
Is Rolling Ridge Estates safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Rolling Ridge Estates a good place to live?
On safety, Rolling Ridge Estates scores 94/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Rolling Ridge Estates?
Walk score 14/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Rolling Ridge Estates are safer?
Rolling Ridge Estates scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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