Is Stewart Peninsula safe?
The Colony, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Stewart Peninsula as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Stewart Peninsula
“Go. Stewart Peninsula is an exceptionally safe, affluent lakeside community offering quiet residential streets and scenic waterfront recreation. Visitors will experience virtually no safety concerns whether enjoying the golf course, shoreline parks, or nearby lakeside trails.”
About the area
Stewart Peninsula is a master-planned, upscale residential enclave jutting into Lewisville Lake in The Colony, Texas. It features manicured suburban streets, lakeside parks, and a popular Scottish links-style golf course, appealing mainly to golfers, outdoor enthusiasts, and families.
- Lakeside Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Golf Community
- Quiet & Peaceful
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Stewart Peninsula
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 32/100
There is no public bike-share program, but cyclists regularly use the low-traffic neighborhood streets and the adjacent multi-use Shoreline Trail.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Extremely low violent and property crime rates compared to state and national averages.
- High median household incomes and high homeownership rate fostering exceptionally well-maintained infrastructure.
- Direct access to Lewisville Lake shoreline parks, boat ramps, and golf facilities.
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with no walkable access to grocery stores or retail within the peninsula.
- Limited commercial dining and entertainment directly inside the neighborhood.
- Single primary access point from FM 423 can bottleneck during peak lake recreation weekends.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a factor in Stewart Peninsula due to its isolated geography and strictly single-family residential makeup.
What Stewart Peninsula is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and very safe, with residents jogging, walking dogs, and heading to the golf course.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and secure, with light neighborhood traffic and active recreation around the lake parks.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm, tranquil suburban atmosphere where walking along neighborhood sidewalks remains completely safe.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and dark with virtually no pedestrian activity and negligible safety risk.
Transit, parking and getting around
The Colony is a non-member city of DART and DCTA, meaning there is no public bus or rail service directly serving Stewart Peninsula; a personal vehicle or rideshare is required.
Parking is free and ample throughout the neighborhood, with open surface lots at the golf course and parks, as well as easy residential street parking.
Things to do in Stewart Peninsula
- Play a round of golf along the water at Stewart Peninsula Golf Course.
- Launch a kayak, swim, or camp along the water at nearby Stewart Creek Park.
- Walk or jog along sections of The Colony Shoreline Trail bordering Lewisville Lake.
Local favorites
- Stewart Peninsula Golf Course · Golf Course · 4.2★ (420)Scenic 9-hole links-style golf course featuring panoramic views of Lewisville Lake from almost every hole.
- Stewart Creek Park · City Park · 4.4★ (1280)Popular waterfront park offering boat ramps, fishing piers, camping sites, and picnic pavilions.
- Heritage Pizza and Taproom · Pizza Restaurant · 4.5★ (980)Lively nearby spot serving thin-crust artisan pizzas alongside an extensive regional craft beer list.
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Common questions about Stewart Peninsula
Is Stewart Peninsula safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Stewart Peninsula a good place to live?
On safety, Stewart Peninsula 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 Stewart Peninsula?
Walk score 14/100 and bike score 32/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Stewart Peninsula are safer?
Stewart Peninsula scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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