Is Southeast Kaufman safe?
Kaufman, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Southeast Kaufman as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Southeast Kaufman
“Go. Southeast Kaufman is a quiet, low-density exurban residential area with low violent crime and a small-town atmosphere. Visitors will face few safety hazards beyond the standard precautions for rural and outer suburban roads.”
About the area
Southeast Kaufman occupies the semi-rural transition between the city of Kaufman and open Kaufman County farmland. The area is dominated by modest single-family homes, small acreages, and local commercial services along arterial connectors.
- Exurban / Rural Edge
- Quiet
- Car-Dependent
- Low-Density
Walking and biking in Southeast Kaufman
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 32/100
There are no designated bike lanes, trail networks, or bike-share stations; cycling is purely road-sharing with vehicles on high-speed shoulders.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low violent crime rates well below large Texas metropolitan averages
- Quiet, low-density exurban setting with minimal street-level disturbances
- High vehicle ownership providing seamless regional mobility
Cons
- Sporadic property crime and vehicle theft common to outer rural corridors
- Sparse street lighting and lack of pedestrian infrastructure along secondary roads
- Lower average household income and higher poverty pockets compared to northern Kaufman County
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Southeast Kaufman, with no known encampments or street panhandling clusters.
What Southeast Kaufman is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe as commuters head toward Dallas and Highway 175 with little pedestrian foot traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Safe and relaxed with standard suburban errands and school-related traffic dominating local roads.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and dark as commercial activities close early, remaining safe for residents and drivers.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very calm with little movement, though unlit roads and isolated stretches require careful driving.
Transit, parking and getting around
There are no fixed-route bus lines or rail stations in the area; public transit is handled exclusively by STAR Transit via on-demand curb-to-curb microtransit bookings.
Parking is free, ample, and easy to find across all commercial strip centers and residential roads.
Things to do in Southeast Kaufman
- Visit the Kaufman County Veterans Memorial Park nearby on Highway 175
- Spend a peaceful morning walking or fishing at Kaufman City Lake Park
- Explore independent shops and heritage dining around the Kaufman Historic Town Square
Local favorites
- Luigi's Italian Cafe · Italian Restaurant · 4.4★ (950)Longstanding local favorite serving generous portions of classic pasta, baked dishes, and garlic bread.
- The Stable Sports Bar & Grill · Bar & Grill · 4.4★ (320)Relaxed sports bar offering American grill classics, beers on tap, and casual patio seating.
- Tacos Del Rey · Mexican Restaurant · 4.5★ (280)Authentic, fast-casual Mexican outpost known for street tacos, fresh salsas, and breakfast plates.
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Common questions about Southeast Kaufman
Is Southeast Kaufman safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Southeast Kaufman a good place to live?
On safety, Southeast Kaufman scores 74/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Southeast Kaufman?
Walk score 28/100 and bike score 32/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Southeast Kaufman are safer?
Oak Grove (TX) (84), Post Oak Bend (84), Scurry (83) score higher nearby.
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