Is Stone River Glen safe?
Royse City, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Stone River Glen as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Stone River Glen
“Go. Stone River Glen is an exceptionally quiet, safe master-planned community centered around golf and suburban family living. Violent and property crime rates are well below state and national averages, making safety concerns virtually non-existent for visitors.”
About the area
Stone River Glen is a modern residential neighborhood centered on the Stone River Golf Club on the southern edge of Royse City. It features manicured lawns, newer single-family homes, and a peaceful exurban Dallas-Fort Worth lifestyle.
- Suburban Retreat
- Golf Community
- Quiet / Peaceful
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Stone River Glen
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 28/100
No bike-share stations or regional greenways connect to the neighborhood, but the interior residential streets are safe and low-stress for casual biking.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime and property crime rates are among the lowest in the outer Dallas-Fort Worth metro area.
- Very high rate of owner-occupied housing and high median household income.
- Scenic, well-maintained golf course surroundings with minimal through traffic.
Cons
- Extremely car-dependent with no retail or dining options within walking distance.
- Limited street lighting along some outer connector roads after dark.
- Distance from major urban amenities and long commutes along Interstate 30.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Stone River Glen or the immediate surrounding residential subdivisions.
What Stone River Glen is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with neighborhood joggers, dog walkers, and golfers heading out in complete safety.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet residential ambiance with light local traffic and standard groundskeeping activity.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm neighborhood streets where residents stroll and relax outdoors with zero safety concerns.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and tranquil with virtually no street activity or criminal hazards.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no fixed-route bus or rail transit serving Stone River Glen; local demand-response service is provided by STAR Transit, and the closest DART rail station is Downtown Rowlett Station approximately 20 miles west.
Parking is completely hassle-free with ample free street parking, private driveways, and a large free parking lot at the golf clubhouse.
Things to do in Stone River Glen
- Play an 18-hole round on the championship fairways at Stone River Golf Club.
- Take an evening run or walk along the quiet residential streets around the greens.
- Drive five minutes north to explore the historic shops and community events in downtown Royse City.
Local favorites
- Stone River Golf Club · Golf Course · 4.0★ (320)Public 18-hole golf course featuring a full-service clubhouse, driving range, and grill.
- Smoke Sessions Barbecue · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.7★ (1480)Acclaimed Texas craft barbecue joint serving brisket, ribs, and house-made sausage nearby.
- Native Station Beer Garden · Beer Garden · 4.6★ (290)Lively downtown spot offering regional craft beers, pub grub, and outdoor patio seating.
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Common questions about Stone River Glen
Is Stone River Glen safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Stone River Glen a good place to live?
On safety, Stone River Glen scores 89/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Stone River Glen?
Walk score 12/100 and bike score 28/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Stone River Glen are safer?
Karendale Village (92), Parkside Village (91), Waterscape (90) score higher nearby.
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