Is The Village Westside safe?
Dallas, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates The Village Westside as “Go”.
What makes up this score?Recent news
Gogo's take on The Village Westside
“Go. The Village Westside is a very safe, private, master-planned apartment enclave popular with young professionals, medical workers, and SMU graduate students. While vehicle break-ins occasionally occur in open parking lots as they do across Dallas, violent crime is exceptionally low due to active private security patrols and a tight-knit residential atmosphere.”
About the area
The Village Westside is part of Dallas's sprawling, iconic master-planned apartment community located just east of University Park and Highway 75. It features lush landscaped grounds, winding paths, modern residential amenities, and an active lifestyle centered around community clubhouses and dining spots.
- Master-Planned
- Young Professionals
- Active & Outdoorsy
- Green & Landscaped
Walking and biking in The Village Westside
Walk score: 62/100 · Bike score: 68/100
The complex has excellent internal bike-friendly roads and dedicated paths, linking easily to the University Crossing Trail and Katy Trail extension nearby.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to Dallas citywide averages
- 24/7 dedicated private security patrol and well-maintained private grounds
- High concentration of college-educated young professionals and stable occupancy rates
- Excellent proximity to central medical corridors and NorthPark Center
Cons
- Opportunistic property crime such as vehicle burglaries and package theft in surface lots
- Bordered on the east by higher-crime commercial transit strips along Southwestern Blvd
- Limited walkability to everyday retail outside of the Village complex
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within The Village Westside itself due to private security management, though occasional panhandling is seen along major perimeter intersections at Northwest Highway and Greenville Avenue.
What The Village Westside is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and busy with dog walkers, runners, and residents commuting across well-lit paths.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Lively and calm, with people working from community spaces or enjoying the lakeside trails.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Active and welcoming around the Main Street amenities and restaurant patios with steady foot traffic.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and generally safe to walk within the complex, though standard caution is advised in dimly lit parking zones.
Transit, parking and getting around
DART operates bus routes (such as Route 105 and 20) along Southwestern Blvd and Greenville Ave, with the nearest rail access at Lovers Lane Station or Park Lane Station on the DART Red/Orange Lines about 1 to 1.5 miles away.
Residents have assigned surface or garage parking, and visitor parking is readily available throughout the complex via clearly designated free guest spaces.
Things to do in The Village Westside
- Enjoy drinks and community events on the patio at Over Under rooftop bar.
- Walk or jog along the scenic tree-lined private trail loops and pocket lakes.
- Grab a morning espresso or fresh pastry at Buzz & Bustle coffee shop on Village Main.
Local favorites
- Buzz & Bustle · Coffee Shop · 4.6★ (230)A chic community coffee bar serving specialty espresso, pastries, and grab-and-go fare.
- Over Under · Sports Bar & Lounge · 4.4★ (310)A modern rooftop sports bar with craft cocktails, casual eats, and patio games.
- Ancoras · Seafood Restaurant · 4.3★ (180)A polished dining spot offering coastal-inspired seafood dishes and craft cocktails.
Neighborhoods near The Village Westside
Common questions about The Village Westside
Is The Village Westside safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is The Village Westside a good place to live?
On safety, The Village Westside 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 Village Westside?
Walk score 62/100 and bike score 68/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near The Village Westside are safer?
Santa Fe Trails (84) score higher nearby.
Add this score to your site
Writing about The Village Westside? Copy this code to show its live safety score on your blog or listing.