Is Timberglen safe?
Dallas, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Timberglen as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Timberglen
“Go with care. Timberglen is a generally peaceful Far North Dallas suburban enclave with modest crime rates compared to the urban core. While it lacks major tourist draws, visitors staying here or visiting local amenities can navigate comfortably by following routine vehicle security precautions.”
About the area
Timberglen is a densely populated residential neighborhood situated in Far North Dallas near the Carrollton boundary. It features a blend of large multi-family apartment communities, established single-family subdivisions, and neighborhood retail strips anchored along major commuter thoroughfares.
- Suburban Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Apartment-Dense
- Quiet
Walking and biking in Timberglen
Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 44/100
There are no municipal bike-share hubs, but local paved multi-use paths are available inside Timberglen Park, with wider regional connections a short drive away at the Preston Ridge Trail.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates than citywide Dallas averages
- Convenient access to regional transit arteries including the President George Bush Turnpike
- Well-equipped public spaces like Timberglen Park and Community Center
- Close proximity to diverse North Dallas, Carrollton, and Addison dining corridors
Cons
- High rates of vehicle burglary and property theft in open apartment parking lots
- Car-dependent infrastructure with wide, high-speed arterial streets
- Inconsistent lighting and property conditions among older rental complexes
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the neighborhood, with only occasional panhandling observed near major intersections along Frankford Road and Marsh Lane.
What Timberglen is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- The area is calm and safe, with steady commuter traffic and residents utilizing neighborhood parks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Commercial centers and local plazas see regular neighborhood errands with very few safety issues.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Traffic slows and single-family blocks remain peaceful, though standard caution is advised in multi-family parking areas.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Foot traffic is minimal; streets are generally quiet, but unmonitored apartment lots can experience opportunistic property crimes.
Transit, parking and getting around
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) provides bus service along arterial corridors like Frankford Road and Marsh Lane, but the closest light rail station is the Downtown Carrollton Green Line station roughly 3.5 miles to the west.
Parking is plentiful and free in commercial strip malls and on residential roads; apartment complexes offer surface lots, though visitor spots may require registration.
Things to do in Timberglen
- Walk or exercise along the paved paths and athletic fields at Timberglen Park
- Participate in indoor fitness and community sports programs at Timberglen Recreation Center
- Explore diverse casual dining spots along Frankford Road and Marsh Lane
Local favorites
- Pho Midway · Vietnamese Restaurant · 4.4★ (430)A casual local spot serving traditional beef pho, vermicelli bowls, and banh mi.
- Timberglen Recreation Center · Community Center · 4.4★ (125)A City of Dallas facility offering a gymnasium, fitness room, and youth sports leagues.
- Sichuan Folk · Chinese Restaurant · 4.2★ (360)An authentic eatery recognized for spicy Sichuan dishes, hand-pulled noodles, and hot pots.
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Common questions about Timberglen
Is Timberglen safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Timberglen a good place to live?
On safety, Timberglen scores 72/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Timberglen?
Walk score 48/100 and bike score 44/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Timberglen are safer?
Mustang Park (89), Stone Ridge (Dallas) (80), Sutton Place (79) score higher nearby.
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