Is Tides on Timberglen safe?
Dallas, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Tides on Timberglen as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Tides on Timberglen
“Go with care. The Timberglen area is a typical suburban apartment corridor in Far North Dallas that is generally functional and safe during daylight hours. Visitors should maintain standard urban awareness at night and take routine precautions against vehicle break-ins in open parking areas.”
About the area
Tides on Timberglen is situated in Far North Dallas along the Timberglen Road and Frankford Road corridor near the Carrollton boundary. The neighborhood is characterized by high-density multi-family apartment communities, commercial strip centers, and convenient commuter access to major North Texas highways.
- Apartment Corridor
- Suburban Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Commercial Arterials
Walking and biking in Tides on Timberglen
Walk score: 54/100 · Bike score: 46/100
No public bike-share stations exist in the immediate area, but secondary residential streets connect cyclists west toward the paved trails of Carrollton.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to inner-city Dallas neighborhoods
- Close proximity to diverse dining and retail hubs along Frankford and Midway Roads
- Easy highway access to the President George Bush Turnpike and Dallas North Tollway
Cons
- High incidence of opportunistic vehicle break-ins in surface parking lots
- Dense multi-family environment with frequent turnover and occasional noise complaints
- Limited walkability with pedestrian connectivity interrupted by wide, fast-moving thoroughfares
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is low within the residential complexes, though occasional panhandling occurs near major commercial intersections along Frankford and Midway Roads.
What Tides on Timberglen is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Quiet and orderly as residents commute to work and school along Timberglen and Frankford Roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential atmosphere with steady local customer traffic at nearby strip plazas.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Active with residents returning home and food delivery couriers navigating apartment gates.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Subdued and dark in interior residential parking lots; foot travel is infrequent and heightened caution is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) operates local bus routes including Routes 233 and 237 along Frankford and Midway Roads, connecting to the DART Green Line at Trinity Mills Station approximately three miles west.
Most parking is off-street within apartment parking lots and designated visitor bays; on-street parking along Timberglen Road is limited and subject to towing regulations.
Things to do in Tides on Timberglen
- Exercise or visit the playground and athletic courts at Timberglen Park and Recreation Center.
- Explore diverse international culinary offerings along nearby Frankford Road and Old Denton Road.
- Walk or bike along the suburban greenway paths at adjacent Mary Heads Carter Park.
Local favorites
- Pastazios Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.5★ (480)Neighborhood staple serving New York-style thin-crust pizza, baked pasta, and calzones.
- Mena's Tex-Mex Cantina · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.4★ (1250)Lively local spot known for sizzling fajitas, enchiladas, and strong house margaritas.
- Little Greek Fresh Grill · Greek Restaurant · 4.5★ (520)Fast-casual eatery offering classic gyros, souvlaki skewers, and fresh Greek salads.
Neighborhoods near Tides on Timberglen
Common questions about Tides on Timberglen
Is Tides on Timberglen safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Tides on Timberglen a good place to live?
On safety, Tides on Timberglen scores 70/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Tides on Timberglen?
Walk score 54/100 and bike score 46/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Tides on Timberglen are safer?
Mustang Park (89), Northeast Carrollton (84), Stone Ridge (Dallas) (80) score higher nearby.
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