Is Somerset safe?
Dallas, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Somerset as “Caution”.
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Gogo's take on Somerset
“Go with care. Somerset is predominantly a quiet, working-class residential enclave in Southwest Dallas, but surrounding commercial corridors experience elevated property and violent crime rates. Visitors will find little dedicated tourist infrastructure and should exercise standard urban precautions, especially after dark.”
About the area
Somerset is a modest suburban-style neighborhood located in Southwest Dallas characterized by mid-century single-family homes and neighborhood green spaces. It serves primarily as a residential commuter community with convenient highway access to I-20 and US-67. Visitors typically pass through for local community parks or nearby neighborhood dining options.
- Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Suburban
- Working-Class
Walking and biking in Somerset
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 41/100
There is no city bike-share system present in the neighborhood, but cycling enthusiasts frequently access the rugged mountain biking trail system at adjacent Boulder Park.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Established single-family residential streets with minimal commercial congestion
- Proximity to regional outdoor spaces like Boulder Park and Mountain Creek Lake
- Easy highway accessibility to Interstate 20 and US-67 for regional travel
Cons
- Property crime rates, particularly vehicle burglaries and auto theft, are above national averages
- Household median incomes trail Dallas metro averages alongside localized economic vulnerability
- Sparse pedestrian infrastructure creating high car dependency
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the interior single-family blocks, though occasional panhandling and unhoused individuals are present near bus stops and commercial plazas along West Ledbetter Drive.
What Somerset is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Mornings are calm and quiet as residents commute to work and school, making neighborhood streets generally safe for walking.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Afternoons remain mostly peaceful on interior blocks, though perimeter arterial roads experience heavier commercial and vehicle traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Dusk brings quieter residential streets; while stable, visitors should stay alert along commercial strips and apartment access roads.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Late-night foot transit is not recommended due to sporadic property offenses and intermittent street lighting on interior residential corridors.
Transit, parking and getting around
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) provides local bus connections along nearby arterials such as routes 223 and 445, linking travelers to the Westmoreland and Ledbetter DART Rail Stations located a few miles away.
Residential street parking is widely available and free, and nearby strip malls and commercial venues feature spacious, complimentary surface parking lots.
Things to do in Somerset
- Hike or mountain bike the forested single-track trails at adjacent Boulder Park
- Enjoy neighborhood recreation, sports fields, and open greenspace at Pecan Grove Park
- Sample regional Tex-Mex and soul food spots along the West Ledbetter Drive corridor
Local favorites
- Taqueria Taxco · Mexican Restaurant · 4.2★ (850)Casual local outpost serving authentic street tacos, tortas, and breakfast platters around the clock.
- Catfish Floyd's · Seafood Restaurant · 4.4★ (1150)Beloved long-standing counter-serve staple renowned for fried catfish, hushpuppies, and classic sides.
- Williams Chicken · Fast Food · 4.0★ (420)Regional Texas chain serving classic Southern-style fried chicken wings, tenders, and seasoned fries.
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Common questions about Somerset
Is Somerset safe to walk at night?
Take care after dark: stick to lit main streets or take a ride.
Is Somerset a good place to live?
On safety, Somerset scores 60/100 — below average, so visit at different times of day before deciding to move.
How walkable is Somerset?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 41/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Somerset are safer?
University Place (Dallas) (87), Renner (85), Cottonwood Creek (84) score higher nearby.
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