Is Wydewood Estates safe?
Midland, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Wydewood Estates as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Wydewood Estates
“Go. Wydewood Estates is an exceptionally peaceful and secure residential subdivision in western Midland. It offers safe, quiet streets with virtually no violent crime, making it very comfortable for visiting family or going on routine neighborhood walks.”
About the area
Wydewood Estates is a classic, established suburban neighborhood characterized by sprawling single-family brick homes, mature trees, and large manicured lots. It sits in West Midland, providing a secluded residential retreat with immediate highway access to the city's commercial and dining corridors.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Wydewood Estates
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There is no bike-share program and no dedicated bike lanes within the subdivision, though wide residential streets offer low-stress riding for recreation.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Very low violent and property crime rates compared to citywide and national averages
- High household median income and overwhelmingly owner-occupied homes
- Quiet, low-traffic residential streets ideal for morning walks or jogs
- Proximity to major retail and dining arteries along Loop 250 and Andrews Highway
Cons
- Virtually no commercial amenities or dining within direct walking distance
- Total car dependency with no dedicated bicycle or pedestrian infrastructure connecting out
- Occasional opportunistic vehicle burglary typical of quiet suburban streets
Homelessness: Visible homelessness and encampments are not present in Wydewood Estates, as social services and transient traffic remain centered around downtown Midland and commercial highway corridors.
What Wydewood Estates is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with neighborhood runners, dog walkers, and light school commute traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and safe with occasional service vehicles and minimal pass-through traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential as residents return home from work and families stroll the neighborhood.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and quiet with very little activity, maintaining a secure atmosphere.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is virtually nonexistent inside the neighborhood; EZ-Rider operates fixed bus routes in Midland, but the nearest stops along major thoroughfares require a long walk.
Parking is completely effortless with spacious private driveways and ample, free curbside parking along residential streets without metered zones.
Things to do in Wydewood Estates
- Take a quiet morning jog or dog walk along the shaded residential loops
- Visit nearby CJ Kelly Park for soccer fields, playgrounds, and open green space
- Browse local shops and restaurants along nearby North Loop 250 West
Local favorites
- Wall Street Bar & Grill · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (820)Longtime upscale-casual Midland staple nearby serving steaks, seafood, and cocktails.
- Venezia Restaurant · Northern Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (510)Refined neighborhood Italian dining known for pastas, wine pairings, and a romantic patio.
- Midland Meat Company · Butcher Shop & Specialty Market · 4.8★ (340)High-end local butcher shop offering premium local beef, specialty cuts, and gourmet provisions.
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Common questions about Wydewood Estates
Is Wydewood Estates safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Wydewood Estates a good place to live?
On safety, Wydewood Estates 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 Wydewood Estates?
Walk score 18/100 and bike score 28/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Wydewood Estates are safer?
Wydewood Estates scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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