Is Wooded Hills safe?
Burleson, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Wooded Hills as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Wooded Hills
“Go. Wooded Hills in Burleson is a peaceful, well-established suburban neighborhood with very low violent crime rates and stable residential streets. Visitors will find a relaxed, family-oriented environment typical of outer Fort Worth suburbs, though you will need a personal vehicle to get around.”
About the area
Wooded Hills is a tranquil, tree-lined residential enclave located in the southern suburban city of Burleson, Texas. It features spacious single-family homes on generous lots, quiet cul-de-sacs, and easy driving access to Burleson's commercial corridors and historic Old Town.
- Suburban / Peaceful
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Wooded Hills
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no municipal bike-share programs in the area, and dedicated bike lanes are sparse, though quiet residential streets are manageable for casual neighborhood cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to both Texas and national averages
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes with minimal vacancy
- Solid household income levels and low local poverty rates
- Quiet, low-traffic neighborhood streets with well-kept properties
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with virtually no walkable retail or dining within the subdivision
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked vehicle burglaries
- Limited street lighting and lack of continuous sidewalks on some residential roads
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in Wooded Hills, with services and occasional unhoused individuals located further north along major Fort Worth transit corridors.
What Wooded Hills is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with residents walking dogs and low local commuter traffic leaving the neighborhood.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and secure, with delivery vehicles and occasional neighbors out in their yards.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and family-centered; residents walk or jog before dark with virtually no safety concerns.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and quiet; streets remain safe, though standard caution regarding isolated suburban roads applies.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is virtually nonexistent within the neighborhood; Burleson is served primarily by local on-demand microtransit and regional paratransit, with no direct Trinity Metro rail or scheduled fixed-route bus service within walking distance.
Parking is exceptionally easy and free, with ample private driveway space and unrestricted, unmetered residential street parking.
Things to do in Wooded Hills
- Explore the boutique shops, dining, and weekend community events in historic Old Town Burleson nearby
- Take a nature walk or enjoy the sports amenities at Chisenhall Fields and Bailey Lake Park
- Play a round of golf at the nearby Hidden Creek Golf Course
Local favorites
- Babe's Chicken Dinner House · Southern Restaurant · 4.6★ (3850)Beloved local destination serving family-style fried chicken and homestyle sides in a rustic setting.
- Dwell Coffee & Biscuits · Coffee Shop · 4.7★ (620)Charming local spot known for specialty espresso beverages and freshly baked sweet and savory biscuit sandwiches.
- Grumps Burgers · Hamburger Restaurant · 4.6★ (1420)Laid-back Texas joint dishing out hearty gourmet burgers, seasoned fries, and queso.
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Common questions about Wooded Hills
Is Wooded Hills safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Wooded Hills a good place to live?
On safety, Wooded Hills scores 87/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Wooded Hills?
Walk score 18/100 and bike score 28/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Wooded Hills are safer?
Briaroaks (92) score higher nearby.
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