Is The Meadows of Bedford safe?
Bedford, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates The Meadows of Bedford as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on The Meadows of Bedford
“Go. The Meadows of Bedford is a calm, well-maintained suburban neighborhood with very low rates of violent crime and a family-oriented atmosphere. Visitors and residents can comfortably walk the neighborhood streets day or night with standard suburban awareness.”
About the area
The Meadows of Bedford is an established residential community in the heart of the Mid-Cities between Dallas and Fort Worth. Characterized by mature shade trees, single-family brick ranch homes, and proximity to municipal parks, it offers a peaceful suburban retreat.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in The Meadows of Bedford
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 42/100
There are no public bike-share systems in the immediate area, but quiet interior neighborhood streets and park paths like those at Generations Park offer comfortable recreational cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than both national and Texas state averages
- Stable residential base with high homeownership rates and well-kept properties
- Close proximity to city parks, community athletic facilities, and basic retail centers
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like vehicle burglaries occur, especially near major thoroughfares
- Car-dependent layout with sparse pedestrian infrastructure along arterial streets
- Limited cultural attractions or nightlife within the immediate subdivision
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically nonexistent within the residential core of the neighborhood, with only occasional individuals seen near busy highway intersections along Airport Freeway (SH 183).
What The Meadows of Bedford is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, joggers, and school-bound traffic navigating residential streets safely.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and calm with light local traffic and standard suburban routine throughout the neighborhood.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Residents walking pets and families out in yards; exceptionally safe and calm for an evening stroll.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and silent with minimal street activity, remaining safe though requiring standard suburban alertness.
Transit, parking and getting around
Bedford has limited public transit provided regionally by Trinity Metro via on-demand ZIPZONE microtransit, with the nearest commuter rail connection being the TEXRail station in nearby North Richland Hills or Smithfield (roughly a 10-15 minute drive away).
Street parking on residential roads is free, plentiful, and unregulated, while nearby shopping plazas offer abundant free surface parking lots.
Things to do in The Meadows of Bedford
- Walk the shaded trails and playground loops at nearby Meadow Park Athletic Complex
- Enjoy casual recreation and open green space at Bedford Boys Ranch Lake / Generations Park
- Sample craft ales in the taproom at Turning Point Beer just a short drive away
Local favorites
- Oldwest Cafe · Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant · 4.6★ (3200)Rustic Western-themed diner famous for hearty country-style breakfasts and oversized cinnamon rolls.
- Turning Point Beer · Craft Brewery · 4.7★ (680)Popular local brewery serving creative IPAs, sours, and stouts with frequent food truck pop-ups.
- Maroni's Place · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (410)Cozy, family-owned neighborhood trattoria serving authentic pasta and classic Italian specialties.
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Common questions about The Meadows of Bedford
Is The Meadows of Bedford safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is The Meadows of Bedford a good place to live?
On safety, The Meadows of Bedford scores 83/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is The Meadows of Bedford?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 42/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near The Meadows of Bedford are safer?
Morrow Green (86), Harwood Hills (84) score higher nearby.
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