Is Seventeen Lakes safe?
Fort Worth, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Seventeen Lakes as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Seventeen Lakes
“Go. Seventeen Lakes is an exceptionally safe, quiet master-planned suburban community in far north Fort Worth. Violent and property crime rates are negligible, and the neighborhood is ideal for peaceful residential visits, though a personal vehicle is required for all dining, shopping, and entertainment.”
About the area
Seventeen Lakes is a modern master-planned subdivision situated in far north Fort Worth near the Roanoke border. Developed around a network of stocked catch-and-release lakes and walking paths, it features newer single-family homes and neighborhood amenities. Its setting offers a quiet suburban atmosphere within a short drive of the Texas Motor Speedway and Roanoke dining corridor.
- Suburban Oasis
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet / Peaceful
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Seventeen Lakes
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no public bike-share stations or connections to the regional Trinity Trails network, though internal paved loops provide safe recreational riding.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Extremely low violent and property crime rates far below regional and national averages
- High median household incomes and near-total owner-occupancy with well-maintained properties
- Private neighborhood amenities including paved scenic lakeside trails, community pools, and playgrounds
Cons
- Strictly residential layout with no commercial dining, retail, or entertainment within walking distance
- Total car dependency with no access to municipal public transportation
- Occasional opportunistic overnight vehicle burglaries targeting unlocked cars in driveways
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Seventeen Lakes, with no encampments or panhandling in the neighborhood or immediate surrounding area.
What Seventeen Lakes is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very safe and quiet, with early joggers, dog walkers, and school commuters moving through neighborhood streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and peaceful, with open green spaces and minimal daytime vehicular or pedestrian traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Exceptionally safe and family-oriented as residents walk along the community lakes before dusk.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Silent and dark with virtually no activity, maintaining very low risk for late-night safety concerns.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no public transit service available; Trinity Metro does not operate bus or rail lines in this far northern subdivision, requiring private vehicle transportation.
Parking is abundant and free, with ample space on private residential driveways, garages, and open neighborhood streets with no meters.
Things to do in Seventeen Lakes
- Walk or jog along the paved multi-use trails that loop around the community fishing lakes
- Explore the historic dining and shopping district in neighboring downtown Roanoke
- Attend a NASCAR race or driving experience at the nearby Texas Motor Speedway
Local favorites
- Babe's Chicken Dinner House · Southern Restaurant · 4.6★ (4920)Beloved local institution serving family-style fried chicken and traditional Southern sides in nearby Roanoke.
- Hard Eight BBQ · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.6★ (7850)Popular rustic smokehouse serving authentic Texas pit-style barbecue straight from the coals.
- The Classic Cafe at Roanoke · Fine Dining Restaurant · 4.7★ (860)Upscale American eatery featuring farm-fresh seasonal dishes, steaks, and an extensive wine list.
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Common questions about Seventeen Lakes
Is Seventeen Lakes safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Seventeen Lakes a good place to live?
On safety, Seventeen Lakes scores 91/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Seventeen Lakes?
Walk score 12/100 and bike score 28/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Seventeen Lakes are safer?
Fairway Ranch (94) score higher nearby.
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