Is Summer Place safe?
Coppell, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Summer Place as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Summer Place
“Go. Summer Place in Coppell is an exceptionally safe, quiet suburban neighborhood with virtually negligible violent crime. Visitors will find a peaceful residential environment that is safe at all hours, though having a personal vehicle is necessary to reach shops and dining.”
About the area
Summer Place is a well-established, manicured residential enclave in Coppell featuring tidy single-family homes and calm streets. Located in the heart of the DFW metroplex, it offers rapid access to regional hubs while maintaining a secluded, small-town community feel.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Summer Place
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 48/100
There are no public bike-share stations, but the neighborhood connects easily to Coppell's extensive municipal multi-use trail network linking local parks.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent and property crime rates are among the lowest in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area.
- Affluent, stable community characterized by high homeownership rates and pristine property upkeep.
- Very peaceful streetscape with virtually no ambient noise or disruptive commercial traffic.
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with virtually no walkable retail, dining, or grocery options inside the subdivision.
- No direct fixed-route public bus or rail service within immediate walking distance.
- Isolated incidents of opportunistic overnight vehicle break-ins typical of quiet suburbs.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Summer Place or the surrounding areas of Coppell, with no encampments or panhandling.
What Summer Place is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and safe, with neighbors out jogging, walking dogs, and commuting along well-lit streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and tranquil with negligible vehicular traffic and total pedestrian safety.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Pleasant and family-oriented as residents unwind, feeling completely secure for an evening stroll.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Exceptionally quiet and dark with virtually no foot traffic; remains extremely safe.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is virtually absent in the subdivision; Coppell is not a direct DART member city for fixed bus routes, though on-demand GoLink curb-to-curb service connects to nearby DART rail stations several miles away.
Parking is abundant, easy, and free, with ample space in private residential driveways and plenty of open curbside parking along neighborhood streets.
Things to do in Summer Place
- Stroll or jog the scenic paved trails and lakeside paths at nearby Andrew Brown Park East.
- Discover native wildlife and hiking trails at the Coppell Nature Park and Biodiversity Education Center.
- Browse local produce and artisanal goods at the Coppell Farmers Market in Old Town Coppell.
Local favorites
- Local Diner · American Diner · 4.6★ (1150)Retro-style neighborhood joint serving hearty breakfast platters, pancakes, and classic comfort food.
- J. Macklin's Grill · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (1420)Popular gathering spot featuring elevated pub fare, craft cocktails, and a relaxed patio.
- George Coffee + Provisions · Coffee Shop · 4.7★ (1280)Sprawling, beautifully appointed cafe offering specialty espresso drinks, pastries, and outdoor seating.
Neighborhoods near Summer Place
Common questions about Summer Place
Is Summer Place safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Summer Place a good place to live?
On safety, Summer Place 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 Summer Place?
Walk score 28/100 and bike score 48/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Summer Place are safer?
Arbor Manors (94), Bethel (Coppell) (94), Vistas of Coppell (93) score higher nearby.
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