Is Westwyck Hills safe?
Southlake, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Westwyck Hills as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Westwyck Hills
“Go. Westwyck Hills is an exceptionally safe, affluent residential enclave in Southlake characterized by large custom estates and virtually nonexistent violent crime. Visitors have no safety concerns beyond standard driving precautions on suburban roads.”
About the area
Westwyck Hills is a premier residential neighborhood in Southlake, Texas, featuring spacious single-family homes on manicured lots. The community is peaceful, heavily car-dependent, and located just minutes from upscale shopping and dining at Southlake Town Square.
- Affluent Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet & Peaceful
Walking and biking in Westwyck Hills
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no bike-share stations, and while internal neighborhood streets are safe for casual riding, dedicated bike lanes along major thoroughfares like Southlake Boulevard are limited.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are among the lowest in Texas and nationwide
- Median household income in Southlake exceeds $240,000 with near-zero poverty
- Extremely well-maintained properties, roads, and municipal infrastructure
- Rapid emergency response times from Southlake Police and Fire departments
Cons
- Strictly residential with virtually zero walkable commercial amenities
- High car dependency requiring a vehicle for all errands and transit
- Occasional opportunistic vehicle burglaries if cars are left unlocked overnight
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Westwyck Hills or the broader City of Southlake, with no encampments or panhandling observed.
What Westwyck Hills is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with neighborhood joggers, dog walkers, and light school-commute traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet residential streets with occasional delivery vehicles and landscaping crews.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and well-lit with families walking together in an exceptionally safe environment.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and dark with minimal vehicular traffic and no pedestrian safety risks.
Transit, parking and getting around
Southlake is not served by Trinity Metro or DART fixed-route bus services; the nearest passenger rail is the TEXRail station at Grapevine/Main Street roughly 10 minutes away by car.
Residential parking is abundant via private driveways and quiet curbs; nearby commercial centers like Southlake Town Square provide ample free surface lots and structured parking garages.
Things to do in Westwyck Hills
- Explore the walking paths and green spaces at nearby Bicentennial Park
- Shop high-end retailers and dine outdoors at Southlake Town Square
- Enjoy family recreation and sports fields at North Park
Local favorites
- Feedstore BBQ · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.6★ (1650)Beloved local Southlake smokehouse serving classic Texas brisket, ribs, and down-home sides.
- Moxies Southlake Restaurant · Contemporary American Restaurant · 4.4★ (1120)Stylish dining spot offering modern global dishes, handcrafted cocktails, and a lively patio.
- Calabrese Southlake · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (890)Upscale Italian eatery featuring authentic pastas, prime steaks, and an extensive fine wine selection.
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Common questions about Westwyck Hills
Is Westwyck Hills safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Westwyck Hills a good place to live?
On safety, Westwyck Hills scores 96/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Westwyck Hills?
Walk score 14/100 and bike score 28/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Westwyck Hills are safer?
Terra Bella (Westlake) (97), Johnson Place (97), Southlake Hills (97) score higher nearby.
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