Is Virginia Hills (McKinney) safe?
McKinney, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Virginia Hills (McKinney) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Virginia Hills (McKinney)
“Go. Virginia Hills is a peaceful, established suburban neighborhood in McKinney characterized by exceptionally low violent crime and a family-friendly atmosphere. Visitors will find safe residential streets, well-kept parks, and easy access to broader Collin County attractions.”
About the area
Virginia Hills is a quiet, tree-lined residential community situated in central McKinney just west of US-75. The area primarily features single-family homes built in the late 1990s and early 2000s, centered around local community parks and neighborhood schools. It offers a secure, relaxed suburban setting convenient to historic downtown McKinney.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Virginia Hills (McKinney)
Walk score: 34/100 · Bike score: 42/100
There are no public bike-share systems, but residential streets are low-speed and connect easily to paved multi-use trails at Virginia Hills Park and Falcon Creek.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than both national and Texas state averages
- High rates of owner-occupied single-family homes contributing to neighborhood stability
- Well-maintained public neighborhood parks with sports courts and playgrounds
- Proximity to major grocery corridors and McKinney's historic downtown
Cons
- Car-dependent layout with minimal commercial venues within walking distance
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked vehicle break-ins
- Limited public transportation options connecting to the broader Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in Virginia Hills, with no encampments or panhandling present in the immediate residential area.
What Virginia Hills (McKinney) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, joggers, and parents walking children to school.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and safe with standard residential traffic and children playing in front yards or local parks.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and well-lit with families walking after dinner and minimal through-traffic.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet with minimal activity; walking alone remains generally safe given the low crime rate.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is very limited; Collin County Transit offers curb-to-curb on-demand transit services for qualifying residents, but there are no fixed-route bus lines or DART rail stations within walking distance.
Parking is exceptionally easy with free, abundant residential street parking and private driveways throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in Virginia Hills (McKinney)
- Enjoy the playgrounds, pavilion, and walking paths at Virginia Hills Park
- Play basketball or walk along the trails at nearby Falcon Creek Park
- Take a short five-minute drive east to explore the boutique shops and dining around Historic Downtown McKinney
Local favorites
- Local Yocal BBQ & Grill · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.6★ (1150)Celebrated Texas barbecue and premium steakhouse located a short drive away in downtown McKinney.
- Layered · Bakery & Cafe · 4.5★ (820)Popular nearby spot offering artisan pastries, specialty coffee, and creative brunch plates.
- The Guava Tree Cuban Cafe · Cuban Restaurant · 4.7★ (460)Casual, vibrant local eatery serving authentic Cuban sandwiches and traditional entrees.
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Common questions about Virginia Hills (McKinney)
Is Virginia Hills (McKinney) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Virginia Hills (McKinney) a good place to live?
On safety, Virginia Hills (McKinney) scores 88/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Virginia Hills (McKinney)?
Walk score 34/100 and bike score 42/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Virginia Hills (McKinney) are safer?
Panther Creek Estates (96), Whitley Place (96), Lexington Parks (96) score higher nearby.
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