Is Scurry safe?
Scurry, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Scurry as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Scurry
“Go. Scurry is a quiet, rural Kaufman County community with very low violent crime and a peaceful, spread-out countryside atmosphere. Visitors should simply prepare for complete car dependency and minimal commercial infrastructure.”
About the area
Scurry is an unincorporated rural community southeast of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, defined by ranches, open acreage, and school pride around Scurry-Rosser ISD. It offers a relaxed, slow-paced environment far removed from urban congestion.
- Quiet Rural
- Car-Dependent
- Farmland & Ranches
- Community-Focused
Walking and biking in Scurry
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 18/100
There are no bike lanes, multi-use greenways, or bike-share programs in Scurry; cycling is restricted to rural two-lane roads with narrow or unpaved shoulders.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than both Texas state and national averages
- High rate of homeownership creating a stable, close-knit rural residential environment
- Peaceful rural setting with zero traffic congestion or urban crime spillover
Cons
- Emergency medical and law enforcement response times can be longer due to wide rural coverage areas
- Absence of sidewalks, streetlighting, and pedestrian infrastructure along country roads
- Very limited commercial, healthcare, and retail options within immediate town limits
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in Scurry. There are no encampments, panhandlers, or dedicated shelters in the immediate area.
What Scurry is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and clear, with light morning commuter traffic along State Highway 34.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and sunny, seeing brief bursts of activity around school dismissal hours.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and relaxing as the rural area winds down with minimal vehicular activity.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Pitch-black and serene; safety risks are tied to dark roads and crossing wildlife rather than crime.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no fixed-route bus or rail transit in Scurry. STAR Transit provides demand-response, curb-to-curb microtransit service by advance booking across Kaufman County.
Parking is completely free and effortless, with expansive gravel and paved surface lots at all local businesses, schools, and churches.
Things to do in Scurry
- Catch a Friday night football game at Scurry-Rosser Wildcat Stadium to experience authentic Texas small-town spirit
- Take a scenic driving tour through the rolling pastureland and historic farmsteads of southern Kaufman County
- Make the short drive south to Cedar Creek Reservoir for boating, fishing, and waterfront relaxation
Local favorites
- Wildcat Cafe · Diner · 4.4★ (185)A cozy, hometown eatery serving hearty Texas breakfasts, burgers, and classic comfort food.
- Scurry Food Mart · Convenience Store · 4.2★ (45)A community convenience stop for fuel, cold drinks, snacks, and quick road supplies.
- Taqueria Rosser · Mexican Restaurant · 4.6★ (80)A nearby roadside favorite known for authentic street tacos, quesadillas, and homemade salsas.
Neighborhoods near Scurry
Common questions about Scurry
Is Scurry safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Scurry a good place to live?
On safety, Scurry scores 83/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Scurry?
Walk score 12/100 and bike score 18/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Scurry are safer?
Oak Grove (TX) (84) score higher nearby.
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