Is Ross safe?
Lake Jackson, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Ross as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Ross
“Go. Ross is a quiet, leafy residential section of Lake Jackson with low violent crime rates and an established neighborhood feel. Visitors will find a peaceful suburban environment, though there are minimal commercial attractions within the residential core itself.”
About the area
The Ross neighborhood is a classic mid-century residential enclave in Lake Jackson, centered near O.M. Roberts and Bess Brannen elementary schools. Dominated by single-family homes with mature hardwood canopies, it represents typical Brazosport suburban living with close ties to the local petrochemical and industrial workforce.
- Suburban Quiet
- Tree-Lined
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Ross
Walk score: 32/100 · Bike score: 46/100
No bike-share programs exist in the neighborhood, but residential streets are low-speed and wide enough for casual cycling, connecting easily to municipal park paths.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are consistently below national and Texas state averages
- High rate of homeownership and well-maintained single-family properties
- Tranquil, family-oriented neighborhood with minimal thru-traffic
Cons
- Car-dependent with virtually no walkable retail or dining within the residential grid
- Occasional property offenses such as unlocked vehicle burglaries
- Limited street lighting on some interior residential streets at night
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in this residential area, with occasional unhoused individuals only seen sporadically along major commercial corridors like Highway 288.
What Ross is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, joggers, and school-bound traffic under quiet, shaded streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and residential with light local traffic and standard suburban activity.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential winding down with minimal pedestrian movement and very low safety concerns.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and quiet; walking is generally safe, though standard awareness is advised due to sparse street illumination.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is limited to Connect Transit operated by the Gulf Coast Transit District (GCTD), which offers demand-response service and local circulators across Southern Brazoria County; there is no passenger rail or BRT service.
Parking is exceptionally easy with abundant free street parking and private residential driveways; there are no parking meters or garages in the area.
Things to do in Ross
- Visit Dunbar Park nearby for running trails, fishing ponds, and disc golf
- Explore the nearby Sea Center Texas marine aquarium and fish hatchery
- Take a short drive to the Lake Jackson Historical Museum in downtown Lake Jackson
Local favorites
- Asiel's · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)Popular local eatery serving generous portions of comfort food, seafood, and burgers.
- The Fill Station · Bar & Grill · 4.4★ (420)Casual neighborhood hangout offering craft beers, pub fare, and patio seating.
- Wurst Haus · German Deli & Restaurant · 4.6★ (780)Longtime local favorite specializing in bratwurst, schnitzel, and authentic German sides.
Neighborhoods near Ross
Common questions about Ross
Is Ross safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Ross a good place to live?
On safety, Ross scores 81/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Ross?
Walk score 32/100 and bike score 46/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Ross are safer?
East Lake Jackson (84), Richwood (TX) (84), Woodshore (84) score higher nearby.
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