Is The Woods of Red Oak safe?
Red Oak, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates The Woods of Red Oak as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on The Woods of Red Oak
“Go. The Woods of Red Oak is a quiet, family-oriented residential subdivision in northern Ellis County that offers a very safe and secure environment for visitors and residents. Crime rates here are notably lower than the greater Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan average. While it lacks commercial tourist attractions, it is exceptionally peaceful and well-maintained.”
About the area
The Woods of Red Oak is an established suburban neighborhood in Red Oak, Texas, characterized by single-family brick homes, mature trees, and manicured lawns. Located just east of Interstate 35E, it provides convenient highway access while maintaining a quiet, tucked-away residential feel. Visitors will find a safe suburban pocket primarily suited for quiet living and neighborhood recreation.
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet Suburb
- Car-Dependent
- Tree-Lined
Walking and biking in The Woods of Red Oak
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes, municipal bike-share stations, or paved multi-use trail connections in the immediate neighborhood, though low-speed interior roads are manageable for casual cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime and property crime rates well below state and national medians
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes with minimal vacancy
- Stable economic indicators with strong median household income and low poverty
- Low-traffic residential streets conducive to daytime walking and jogging
Cons
- Complete car dependency with virtually zero neighborhood-scale retail in walking distance
- Occasional opportunistic property theft such as unlocked vehicle break-ins typical of outer suburbs
- Subdivision lacks sidewalks on several interior residential streets
- No direct municipal public transit or rail connections
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in The Woods of Red Oak or the surrounding residential areas. There are no homeless encampments or panhandling clusters in the neighborhood, and social service hubs are located further north in Dallas County.
What The Woods of Red Oak is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with school traffic, dog walkers, and residents heading to work; completely safe.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and tranquil with low vehicular traffic and neighborhood children playing after school.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential with families walking pets; standard suburban safety precautions apply.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and quiet due to limited street lighting, but exceptionally low risk of street crime.
Transit, parking and getting around
Red Oak is not served by DART fixed-route buses or light rail; local demand-response microtransit is provided by STAR Transit. The closest rail access is the UNT Dallas DART Station on the Blue Line, approximately 12 miles north.
Parking is exceptionally easy and free, with ample space on private residential driveways and unrestricted curbside street parking throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in The Woods of Red Oak
- Enjoy outdoor sports and playground amenities at nearby Red Oak Municipal Center Park
- Walk or jog through the shaded, low-traffic neighborhood cul-de-sacs
- Explore local dining and shopping along the nearby Interstate 35E and Ovilla Road corridors
Local favorites
- 2 Go Bobs Cafe · American Restaurant · 4.6★ (420)Beloved local diner serving homestyle Southern breakfasts and hearty comfort food lunches.
- Saviana Winery · Winery · 4.8★ (195)Cozy tasting room and patio in nearby Cedar Hill offering Texas wines, charcuterie, and live acoustic music.
- Red Oak Diner · Diner · 4.5★ (510)Traditional breakfast and lunch spot known for generous pancake portions and friendly service.
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Common questions about The Woods of Red Oak
Is The Woods of Red Oak safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is The Woods of Red Oak a good place to live?
On safety, The Woods of Red Oak scores 84/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is The Woods of Red Oak?
Walk score 14/100 and bike score 28/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near The Woods of Red Oak are safer?
Elva (86), The Cove of Hickory Creek (86) score higher nearby.
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