Is Talty safe?
Talty, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Talty as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Talty
“Go. Talty is an exceptionally safe, affluent exurban community in Kaufman County characterized by large properties and virtually nonexistent violent crime. Visitors traveling here for local events or rural relaxation will encounter a quiet, welcoming environment with essentially no urban safety risks.”
About the area
Talty is a tranquil, low-density rural-suburban town located east of Dallas near Interstate 20. The area is dominated by expansive single-family homes on multi-acre lots, equestrian properties, and wide-open pastoral land.
- Rural Retreat
- Affluent Exurb
- Car-Dependent
- Peaceful
Walking and biking in Talty
Walk score: 8/100 · Bike score: 18/100
There are no bike-share systems or designated multi-use trails in Talty, and cycling along narrow rural roads with high vehicular speeds requires significant caution.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Extremely low rates of violent and property crime compared to national and state averages
- Affluent economic profile with median household income well over $110,000 and poverty below 4%
- High rate of homeownership exceeding 90% in well-maintained residential subdivisions
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with high-speed, two-lane rural roads lacking sidewalks or lighting
- Minimal commercial or entertainment amenities within town borders
- Limited local emergency and municipal services compared to larger neighboring cities
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Talty due to its low-density, car-dependent residential layout and absence of commercial strips or shelters.
What Talty is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with light local commuter traffic heading toward regional highways.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet across residential acreage with slight traffic increases near school zones and FM 148.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Extremely calm and secure as residents return home to quiet properties.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Pitch-black and tranquil with no foot traffic; drivers should remain alert for wildlife on unlit roads.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no fixed-route public transit in Talty; STAR Transit operates demand-response curb-to-curb service across Kaufman County by advance booking, but personal vehicles are required for daily mobility.
Parking is abundant and completely free across all private driveways, local church grounds, and commercial surface lots.
Things to do in Talty
- Visit the historic St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church, the spiritual and historical anchor of the community
- Take a scenic drive through the expansive countryside and horse ranches along FM 1641
- Visit nearby seasonal farm markets and orchards in surrounding Kaufman County
Local favorites
- Ham Orchards · Farm Market & Bakery · 4.7★ (4600)A beloved regional destination offering fresh seasonal produce, famous peach ice cream, and smoked barbecue.
- St. Martin of Tours Church · Historical Landmark · 4.8★ (160)A landmark parish established in the late 19th century that remains the historical center of the town.
- Dos Charros Mexican Restaurant · Mexican Restaurant · 4.3★ (850)A popular nearby dining spot serving traditional Tex-Mex platters, fajitas, and margaritas.
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Common questions about Talty
Is Talty safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Talty a good place to live?
On safety, Talty 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 Talty?
Walk score 8/100 and bike score 18/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Talty are safer?
Talty scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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