Is Southeast Carrollton safe?
Carrollton, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Southeast Carrollton as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Southeast Carrollton
“Go. Southeast Carrollton is a safe, established suburban community with violent crime rates well below the national and Dallas regional averages. Visitors can explore local restaurants and retail strips comfortably with routine awareness of their surroundings.”
About the area
Southeast Carrollton is a quiet, diverse suburban district characterized by mid-century single-family neighborhoods and vibrant commercial corridors along Belt Line Road and Josey Lane. It offers excellent access to regional highways, quiet community parks, and a broad array of multicultural dining options.
- Suburban
- Diverse Dining Hub
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Southeast Carrollton
Walk score: 46/100 · Bike score: 48/100
There is no local bike-share program, though recreational riders can utilize neighborhood side streets and the nearby Furneaux Creek Blue Trail.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than regional Dallas metropolitan benchmarks.
- Stable housing stock with high rates of long-term homeownership in established residential subdivisions.
- Abundant everyday conveniences, grocery centers, and diverse independent restaurants.
Cons
- Isolated incidents of opportunistic property crime, mainly vehicle burglaries in commercial parking plazas.
- Heavily vehicle-oriented arterial roadways with high-speed traffic along Belt Line and Marsh Lane.
- Pockets of older multifamily housing units with slightly higher rates of minor nuisance calls.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is uncommon in this area, with occasional individuals near transit stops along Belt Line Road; there are no active encampments or permanent shelters nearby.
What Southeast Carrollton is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very safe and quiet, with commuters heading out and residents walking dogs through residential blocks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy and secure as shopping plazas and thoroughfares see steady commercial activity.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Pleasant and safe for dining out, though standard vigilance is recommended in unlit commercial parking areas.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Calm and peaceful with minimal street activity, carrying low risk beyond isolated property checks.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) via local bus lines such as Route 229 and 233, connecting northwest to the Downtown Carrollton DART Green Line rail station.
Parking is readily available, free, and uncomplicated, consisting primarily of large strip-center surface lots and unmetered residential curb parking.
Things to do in Southeast Carrollton
- Sample diverse international cuisine along the bustling Belt Line Road and Josey Lane corridors.
- Walk, jog, or cycle along the paved paths of the Furneaux Creek Trail network.
- Visit nearby Historic Downtown Carrollton for seasonal community festivals, antique shops, and local dining.
Local favorites
- El Rincon Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar · Mexican Restaurant · 4.6★ (2400)Lively destination offering modern Mexican specialties, traditional street tacos, and an expansive craft tequila menu.
- Cuban Dulceria International Bakery · Bakery · 4.6★ (850)Popular local bakery crafting traditional Cuban pastries, pressed sandwiches, and classic espresso.
- Tacos La Banqueta Puro DF · Mexican Restaurant · 4.5★ (1100)Straightforward counter-serve taqueria known for authentic Mexico City-style street tacos and house salsas.
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Common questions about Southeast Carrollton
Is Southeast Carrollton safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Southeast Carrollton a good place to live?
On safety, Southeast Carrollton scores 80/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Southeast Carrollton?
Walk score 46/100 and bike score 48/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Southeast Carrollton are safer?
Wooded Creek (84), East Carrollton (83) score higher nearby.
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