Is Woodburn Estates safe?
Plano, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Woodburn Estates as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Woodburn Estates
“Go. Woodburn Estates is an exceptionally safe, quiet suburban residential neighborhood in Plano with minimal crime and well-maintained properties. Visitors will find a peaceful atmosphere with almost zero safety risks outside of standard vehicle security precautions.”
About the area
Woodburn Estates is an established, tree-lined residential subdivision in Plano featuring mid-to-late 20th-century single-family homes and manicured lawns. It sits close to neighborhood parks, top-rated schools, and major suburban commercial corridors along Coit Road and Spring Creek Parkway.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Woodburn Estates
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 49/100
While dedicated on-street bike lanes are sparse, the neighborhood links smoothly to Plano's extensive off-street trail network, including the nearby Chisholm Trail and Hoblitzelle Park Trail; dedicated dockless bike-share programs are not active in this area.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are exceptionally low and well below national and state averages
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes with strong community stability
- Close access to clean municipal parks, paved community trails, and well-lit residential streets
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with virtually no walkable retail within the interior subdivision
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked vehicle break-ins along residential driveways
- Fast-moving vehicle traffic along bordering multilane arterial thoroughfares
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually nonexistent within Woodburn Estates and its immediate residential surroundings, with no encampments or recurring panhandling observed.
What Woodburn Estates is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, joggers, and parents commuting in a very safe environment.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential atmosphere with light neighborhood traffic and children playing outdoors.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and secure, with residents strolling well-lit sidewalks and neighborhood streets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low-key and silent, remaining safe with virtually no late-night street activity.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is managed by Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART), with local bus routes running along major perimeter roads like Spring Creek Parkway; the nearest DART Rail station is Parker Road Station roughly 15 minutes away by car or bus.
Parking is completely effortless and free, with ample space in private residential driveways, curbside on neighborhood streets, and vast surface parking lots at nearby strip centers.
Things to do in Woodburn Estates
- Walk or jog through neighborhood greenbelts and nearby Hoblitzelle Park trails
- Enjoy recreational sports, open fields, and playgrounds at surrounding community parks
- Explore diverse suburban dining and grocery shopping centers along nearby Coit Road
Local favorites
- Bavarian Grill · German Restaurant · 4.6★ (2850)Longtime local staple serving authentic German cuisine, hearty schnitzels, and imported beers.
- Jasmine Market & Deli · Middle Eastern Grocery & Deli · 4.5★ (840)Beloved neighborhood shop offering fresh pita, Mediterranean deli fare, and specialty spices.
- 1418 Coffeehouse · Coffee Shop · 4.7★ (1120)Cozy, relaxed café nearby serving artisan espresso drinks, pastries, and sandwiches.
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Common questions about Woodburn Estates
Is Woodburn Estates safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Woodburn Estates a good place to live?
On safety, Woodburn Estates 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 Woodburn Estates?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 49/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Woodburn Estates are safer?
Pitman Creek Estates (91) score higher nearby.
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