Is Stoney Creek safe?
Sunnyvale, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Stoney Creek as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Stoney Creek
“Go. Stoney Creek is an exceptionally safe, affluent master-planned community in Sunnyvale characterized by quiet streets, large custom homes, and private community amenities. Visitors have virtually no safety concerns, making it an ideal destination for a peaceful stay or residential visit.”
About the area
Stoney Creek is an upscale residential subdivision in Sunnyvale, located east of Dallas and near Lake Ray Hubbard. It features sprawling estate lots, community lakes, manicured greenbelts, and a scenic, semi-rural aesthetic. The neighborhood is exclusively residential and designed for quiet suburban living rather than commercial entertainment.
- Affluent Suburb
- Master-Planned
- Quiet & Peaceful
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Stoney Creek
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no municipal bike-share services, but the subdivision features internal paved walking and biking paths suitable for casual, low-speed recreation.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Extremely low rates of violent and property crime well below state and national averages.
- Affluent economic profile with high median incomes and homeownership exceeding 95%.
- Well-maintained private neighborhood infrastructure including stocked lakes, walking trails, and clubhouses.
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with zero commercial businesses within walking distance.
- Limited street lighting along some outer residential corridors at night.
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like vehicle burglaries targeting unlocked cars.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a factor in Stoney Creek due to its strictly residential layout, low density, and lack of nearby commercial corridors or transit hubs.
What Stoney Creek is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking dogs around the community lakes, and school traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet with minimal local vehicle traffic on neighborhood cul-de-sacs.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and safe, with neighbors out on walks and families gathering in yards and parks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Exceptionally quiet and dark with virtually no pedestrian or vehicle movement, remaining very safe.
Transit, parking and getting around
Sunnyvale is not a member of DART (Dallas Area Rapid Transit), so there is no public bus or rail service in the immediate area. The closest DART light rail station is the Downtown Garland Station or Lawnview Station, roughly a 15- to 20-minute drive away.
Parking is abundant, free, and straightforward, primarily on private driveways, curbside residential streets, and at neighborhood amenity centers.
Things to do in Stoney Creek
- Stroll or jog along the paved walking trails encircling the Stoney Creek community lakes and greenways.
- Spend an afternoon at nearby Jobson Park enjoying its playground, tennis courts, and open fields.
- Take a short drive to Lake Ray Hubbard for lakefront dining, fishing, and boating access.
Local favorites
- Samee's Pizza Gwan · Pizza Restaurant · 4.6★ (750)A popular local spot serving creative artisanal pizzas, calzones, and casual Italian fare.
- Sunnyvale Cafe · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (420)A cozy hometown cafe known for classic American breakfast plates, burgers, and comfort food.
- Milano's Pizza & Italian Restaurant · Italian Restaurant · 4.4★ (380)A family-owned Italian eatery serving traditional pasta dishes, subs, and New York-style pizza.
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Common questions about Stoney Creek
Is Stoney Creek safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Stoney Creek a good place to live?
On safety, Stoney Creek scores 92/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Stoney Creek?
Walk score 12/100 and bike score 28/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Stoney Creek are safer?
Stoney Creek scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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