Is Walnut Landing safe?
Mansfield, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Walnut Landing as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Walnut Landing
“Go. Walnut Landing is a peaceful, upscale suburban neighborhood in Mansfield that offers exceptional personal safety for residents and visitors alike. Violent crime is exceedingly rare, and the area is characterized by well-kept single-family homes and active community presence.”
About the area
Walnut Landing is an established residential enclave located in the heart of Mansfield, close to the Walnut Creek Country Club. The neighborhood features mature landscaping, spacious suburban lots, and easy driving access to local parks and dining corridors along Broad Street.
- Quiet Suburb
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Tree-Lined
Walking and biking in Walnut Landing
Walk score: 24/100 · Bike score: 32/100
There is no bike-share program available, but cyclists can access the Walnut Creek Linear Trail system via connections at nearby city parks.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are exceptionally low and significantly below state and national averages
- High median household incomes and stable rates of owner-occupied housing
- Clean, quiet streets with active neighborhood presence and low traffic speeds
- Close proximity to high-performing schools and well-maintained municipal parks
Cons
- Strictly car-dependent with minimal commercial amenities within walking distance
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like unlocked vehicle burglaries
- Limited street lighting along some interior residential cul-de-sacs
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in this residential neighborhood, with no encampments or panhandling present in the vicinity.
What Walnut Landing is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, joggers, and school traffic, feeling completely safe.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet residential atmosphere with light local car traffic and very low risk.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and family-oriented as residents return home, remaining safe for evening walks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet with minimal activity; standard situational awareness is sufficient.
Transit, parking and getting around
Mansfield does not have fixed-route municipal bus service; on-demand microtransit is provided by Trinity Metro's ZIPZONE or regional paratransit. The nearest commuter rail is the Trinity Railway Express (TRE) or TEXRail stations located over 20 miles north in Fort Worth or Arlington.
Free and ample residential driveway and curbside street parking is universally available throughout the neighborhood with no metered zones.
Things to do in Walnut Landing
- Play a round of golf or dine at the nearby Walnut Creek Country Club
- Walk the scenic paved trails and visit the playground at Katherine Rose Memorial Park
- Explore the native flora and boardwalk paths at Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park
Local favorites
- Steven's Garden and Grill · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (1650)Rustic, family-friendly venue serving classic Texas comfort food with a lively outdoor patio.
- Our Place Restaurant · Breakfast & Brunch · 4.6★ (1280)Beloved local diner known for hearty traditional breakfasts and warm, neighborly service.
- Mansfield Historical Museum and Heritage Center · Museum · 4.7★ (115)Charming local museum showcasing 19th-century farm life and regional railway history.
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Common questions about Walnut Landing
Is Walnut Landing safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Walnut Landing a good place to live?
On safety, Walnut Landing scores 90/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Walnut Landing?
Walk score 24/100 and bike score 32/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Walnut Landing are safer?
Walnut Landing scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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