Is Teamster Manor safe?
Balch Springs, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Teamster Manor as “Caution”.
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Gogo's take on Teamster Manor
“Go with care. Teamster Manor is a modest, working-class residential subdivision in Balch Springs that is generally quiet for residents but offers few traditional attractions for visitors. While daytime visits are typically uneventful, standard precautions against property crimes such as vehicle burglaries are advised.”
About the area
Teamster Manor is an established residential neighborhood in Balch Springs, Texas, consisting of mid-century single-family ranch homes and quiet residential streets. Located southeast of the Dallas urban core, it primarily serves as a bedroom community with light commercial services located along surrounding arterials.
- Suburban
- Working-Class
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet
Walking and biking in Teamster Manor
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 32/100
There are no designated bike lanes, shared trails, or bike-share services within the subdivision, requiring cyclists to share suburban residential roadways with vehicular traffic.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low pedestrian foot traffic on interior residential streets
- Convenient access to major Dallas-area commuter highways including I-635 and US-175
- Stable residential pockets with a high share of multi-year homeowners
Cons
- Property crime and vehicle burglary rates are somewhat higher than national suburban averages
- Subdivision infrastructure features minimal sidewalk networks and limited street lighting
- Very few commercial amenities, retail spots, or parks within walking distance
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the interior residential streets of Teamster Manor, though occasional individuals and panhandling can be observed near major arterial intersections along Lake June Road and freeway access ramps.
What Teamster Manor is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Mornings are calm and safe as residents commute to work and school across the metro area.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Afternoons remain quiet with low vehicular traffic and standard residential activity.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Evenings are generally peaceful, though dim residential lighting requires heightened awareness.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Late nights are isolated and dark, when opportunistic vehicle break-ins and property crimes are most common.
Transit, parking and getting around
Balch Springs does not participate in the DART rail system and is served locally by STAR Transit microtransit on-demand vans; the closest DART rail hub is the Buckner Station several miles northwest.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the neighborhood via private residential driveways and open curbside street parking.
Things to do in Teamster Manor
- Enjoy the playgrounds, walking trails, and picnic areas at nearby Walter E. Luedeke Park
- Sample regional Tex-Mex and local comfort food along the Lake June Road commercial corridor
- Participate in community athletics and fitness programs at the Balch Springs Recreation Center
Local favorites
- Pioneer Bar-B-Q · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.3★ (540)Longstanding local smokehouse offering brisket, ribs, sausage plates, and classic Southern sides.
- Casa Del Rey Mexican Restaurant · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.2★ (710)Family-run local fixture dishing up traditional combination platters, enchiladas, and salsa.
- Taqueria Taxco · Mexican Restaurant · 4.1★ (820)Casual quick-service counter serving authentic street tacos, tortas, and all-day breakfast.
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Common questions about Teamster Manor
Is Teamster Manor safe to walk at night?
Take care after dark: stick to lit main streets or take a ride.
Is Teamster Manor a good place to live?
On safety, Teamster Manor scores 63/100 — below average, so visit at different times of day before deciding to move.
How walkable is Teamster Manor?
Walk score 28/100 and bike score 32/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Teamster Manor are safer?
Chamberlain Place (72), Hickory Creek Meadows (70), Edgewood Park (Mesquite) (68) score higher nearby.
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