Is Travis Ranch safe?
Travis Ranch, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Travis Ranch as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Travis Ranch
“Go. Travis Ranch is a tranquil, master-planned suburban community where violent crime is rare and residential streets are exceptionally peaceful. Standard suburban precautions against unlocked vehicle opportunistic thefts are all that is typically necessary.”
About the area
Situated along the eastern outskirts of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex near Lake Ray Hubbard in Kaufman County, Travis Ranch is a sprawling residential community characterized by contemporary single-family homes, neighborhood parks, and quiet subdivisions. Visitors typically come to tour homes, visit friends or family, or take advantage of recreation near Lake Ray Hubbard.
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet Suburb
- Master-Planned
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Travis Ranch
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 28/100
Neighborhood streets and sidewalk loops provide easy, casual cycling, though there is no bike-share program or dedicated connection to regional paved trail networks.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Substantially lower violent crime rates compared to regional and national averages
- High homeownership rate with well-maintained suburban properties and active community standards
- Affluent demographic base with strong median household incomes and very low poverty
Cons
- Isolated and strictly car-dependent with virtually no commercial retail or dining inside residential tracts
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked car burglaries or porch package theft
- Limited municipal police presence, relying primarily on Kaufman County Sheriff patrols
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually non-existent in Travis Ranch. There are no encampments or panhandling hot spots within the residential master-planned community.
What Travis Ranch is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with residents walking dogs and children waiting for school buses along residential sidewalks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and family-oriented, with low street traffic aside from delivery vehicles and returning commuters.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and secure, with neighbors out for evening strolls through the neighborhood loops and parks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low activity with pitch-dark residential streets; safe, though general awareness of isolated surroundings is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no fixed-route public transit serving Travis Ranch. STAR Transit provides on-demand micro-transit and curb-to-curb shared rides across Kaufman County by advance reservation.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the area, consisting of wide residential streets, driveways, and free surface lots at local neighborhood amenity centers.
Things to do in Travis Ranch
- Relax or picnic at the Travis Ranch Community Park and pavilion green spaces
- Enjoy water sports, boating, and scenic sunset views at nearby Lake Ray Hubbard access points
- Take a short drive to historic downtown Forney for local antique shops and community events
Local favorites
- Eno's Pizza Tavern · Pizza Restaurant · 4.4★ (920)A popular nearby dining spot serving artisan thin-crust pies, craft brews, and cocktails in downtown Forney.
- Christina's Mexican Restaurant · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (1280)A regional favorite offering Tex-Mex staples, sizzling fajitas, and margaritas just minutes down Highway 80.
- Oscar Delta Texas Kitchen · American Restaurant · 4.6★ (510)A welcoming neighborhood kitchen in the area known for hearty burgers, Southern comfort fare, and draft beer.
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Common questions about Travis Ranch
Is Travis Ranch safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Travis Ranch a good place to live?
On safety, Travis Ranch scores 87/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Travis Ranch?
Walk score 12/100 and bike score 28/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Travis Ranch are safer?
Arbor Enclave (94), Clements Ranch (88), Brookville Estates (88) score higher nearby.
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