Is Waters safe?
Lubbock, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Waters as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Waters
“Go. Waters is an established, quiet residential enclave in South Lubbock that offers a safe and peaceful environment for visitors. While there is little tourist-specific nightlife inside the neighborhood itself, the area is safe for walking, family activities, and accessing nearby retail corridors.”
About the area
Waters is a suburban South Lubbock neighborhood filled with mid-to-late 20th-century single-family brick homes, neighborhood parks, and strong community ties. Bordered by bustling commercial thoroughfares like 82nd Street, it provides straightforward suburban convenience alongside stable residential tranquility.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Residential
Walking and biking in Waters
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 48/100
There is no public bike-share program in this district; while internal neighborhood streets are flat and easy to ride, arterial boundaries lack dedicated bike infrastructure.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to citywide Lubbock averages
- High homeownership rate and consistently well-maintained residential properties
- Close proximity to extensive everyday dining, grocery, and retail amenities along 82nd Street
Cons
- Periodic opportunistic property crime such as unlocked vehicle break-ins
- Heavy car dependency with fast-moving traffic along perimeter arterial roads
- Lack of pedestrian-oriented cultural or entertainment attractions within the neighborhood borders
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is rare within the interior residential blocks, with only occasional individuals observed near major commercial intersections along 82nd Street.
What Waters is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Crisp and peaceful with neighbors out walking dogs and light school commute traffic navigating the streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential atmosphere alongside steady commercial traffic running through the perimeter shopping centers.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential winding down with moderate family dining traffic in adjacent retail strips.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic and minimal street activity; safe overall, though standard vigilance regarding vehicle security is recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by Citibus with limited bus routes along major boundary streets like 82nd Street; Lubbock does not have passenger rail, making personal vehicles the primary mode of travel.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, featuring free street parking throughout the residential blocks and large, free surface lots at all commercial centers.
Things to do in Waters
- Take a relaxing stroll or jog through neighborhood green spaces and around nearby Leroy Elmore Park.
- Explore local retail plazas and dining hubs along the 82nd Street corridor.
- Spend a family afternoon enjoying the playground and open fields near Waters Elementary.
Local favorites
- Rain Cafe · American Restaurant · 4.6★ (1250)Popular local diner serving hearty breakfast platters, burgers, and classic comfort food.
- The Plaza Restaurant · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.4★ (2100)Longtime local spot known for generous Tex-Mex combos, enchiladas, and fresh salsa.
- Capital Pizza (South) · Pizza Restaurant · 4.5★ (620)Lively neighborhood pizzeria offering specialty pies, craft beers, and casual seating.
Neighborhoods near Waters
Common questions about Waters
Is Waters safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Waters a good place to live?
On safety, Waters scores 81/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Waters?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 48/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Waters are safer?
Cumberland (Lubbock) (86), South Lubbock (84), Kings Park (Lubbock) (84) score higher nearby.
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