2018 Safest Neighborhoods in the Houston AreaAbout this List

Kingwood Area

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 195

Niche User: I think the Kingwood area is great! There are many companies that are growing and causing a very increasing liking within the economy because the people enjoy shopping, getting groceries, dining out, entertainment, art, activities, sport, etc. Also, it is clean, safe, and a constantly growing environment. The people are very nice and friendly and there is a lot of nice shopping centers near and around the area. Everything is convenient and worth the little bit of traffic on business hours. Kingwood is the perfect area for you because the neighborhoods are private and the community is friendly! Don't wait, move now!
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• A

• A

• 86,292 Population

Lake Houston

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 8

Niche User: I will live here again if I have the choice. The area provides a variety of activities for the entire family. It is centrally located to most of the city.
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• A-

• 78,097 Population

Addicks Park Ten

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 22

Current Resident: Its a good little area. Not really any crime in my apartment complex. The area is growing a lot. Its very family friendly. Cant really get anywhere by walking, but recent land developments show that within a year all of that will change.
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• B

• 38,772 Population

Westbranch

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 14

Niche User: I love being from Houston and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else. Traffic is the main problem and crime in my area is also a problem. However, I never get bored of my city and I enjoy the view of our downtown skyline every day.
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• A

• B-

• 5,374 Population

Hunterwood

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 12

Niche User: I would definitely move back to my neighborhood after I graduate college. I love small neighborhoods, you can get to know your neighbors of you would like to. It's a quiet neighborhood, don't really hear much at night. I feel like my neighborhood will grow over the years and has bigger and better things coming for them.
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• B

• B-

• 9,358 Population

Clear Lake

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 117

Current Resident: Clear Lake is an amazing place to live. You have all kinds of stuff within a couple miles! You have endless types of ethnic restaurants, you have one of the best malls in Houston just a few miles down, it’s incredibly safe, it’s a very clean and respectful area, overall a wonderful place to live.
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• 82,460 Population

Langwood

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 15

Niche User: Not many people have moved in recently. Overall the neighborhood is well protected, no conflict between neighbors. Good school district, graduated from one of the high schools here and my experience was great.
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• C+

• 16,801 Population

University Place

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 5

Current Resident: I feel safe walking at night. Lots of people ride their bikes around. Great parks, close to everything, close to 3 major grocery stores. People are pretty friendly. The cops definitely are watching and protecting the area! Very diverse.
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• 20,072 Population

Astrodome Area

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 1

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• B

• C+

• 17,870 Population

Afton Oaks / River Oaks Area

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 10

Nearby Resident: Lived in The Heights around a bunch of Lawyers. There just aren't many criminals that mess with there possible defense attorney! The area has a lot of single garage apartment renters paying $1000 for a 1 bedroom. We got robbed which was upsetting. But I rollerbladed alone all over the area Day & Night without incident & felt pretty safe. Great flat smooth roads to rollerblade on. This area also managed to maintain power during & after a couple of Hurricanes. The bar scene in the Heights is extremely kind to single women & more typical of Texas than the more religious areas of Houston. Lots of young married & young single professionals in the area. Probably have moved here permanently if my housemate was not psycho.
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• 14,871 Population

Greenway / Upper Kirby Area

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 11

Current Resident: This area is considered to be the "heart of the city." I've lived here for about 10 years (since 2009), and I love living in Greenway/Upper Kirby! My now ex-husband chose this neighborhood because it was close to where he worked. He moved here ahead of me to start work. I therefore moved here sight unseen. I couldn't have chosen a better place to live. I had spent most of my life in suburban Philadelphia before living here. I always wanted to live in the city. Urban areas in the US South are quite different than in the North. Although Greenway/Upper Kirby is definitely an urban area, it almost has a suburban feel. Yes, there's a ton of amenities--stores, restaurants, etc.--within walking distance. However, there are lots of trees and parks around, too. Because we're in the middle of Greenway Plaza, one of the city's largest commercial centers, it gets quiet at night after the offices empty. I think that what I love the most is that this neighborhood is a foodie's paradise.
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• 27,293 Population

IAH / Airport Area

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 14

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• C+

• 49,278 Population

Braeswood

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 14

Niche User: It's a very diverse community. There seems to be a pretty even ratio of families to singles and professionals. If you need anything, chances are it's close by. From the medical center, which houses some of the best doctors in the country, to Rice Village, where all the young adults converge. There's always plenty to do in West U. Need to go shopping, what a better place than the Galleria. And don't forget to check out Upper Kirby, you'll find some wonderful restaurants. It's a lively, yet quiet place to live. Crime rates seem to continue to go down. Schools are working their way up. And everyone is nice to their neighbors. You'll see tons of people jogging or walking their dogs in the mornings and evenings. There's an amazing dog park nearby, especially for big dogs as it is a larger quarter mile run with a small pond for them to splash in. The little dogs have a separate area too, looks the same is just a much shorter run. They also have a spot to wash your pup off after all that play time. It's just a great community and there's always stuff to do, and you'll find everything you need in a 5 mile radius.
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• 35,526 Population

Meyerland Area

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 43

Current Resident: I love living in Meyerland. The one issue is that if flood, but raised houses are fixing that concern.
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• 28,304 Population

Eldridge / West Oaks

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 48

Niche User: The area where I currently reside is a luxurious place that is cool, calm, and collected. With there being a mall across the street from my home makes it safe and convenient to walk across and explore the wonderful venture established. Moreover there is many food restaurants like Red Lobster, Olive Garden, and Dunkin Donuts fairly close by to my pleasure.To sum it all up this area would be my residency when I buy my first home in the future. Yet I would not rank this area compared to others in the U.S because I simply have not visited or experience living in those areas.
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• 98,273 Population

Harrisburg / Manchester

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 6

Niche User: I like Houston its a pretty chill place to live in and there,s many things to learn about the city and the food is great.
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• 4,354 Population

Briar Forest

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 32

Current Resident: Well, I'm new to Houston. Rented a house here and it was an awesome place to live. Surroundings are clean and hygienic. Grocery stores are at a just walkable distance 5miles away to Memorial Herman hospital, Pharmacy stores, Walmart, HEB.Fully gated communities and Secured place to live.
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• 44,018 Population

South Belt / Ellington

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 121

Current Resident: Coming from a small town to Now a 10 year Southbelt Resident really good! Big City meets small town charm kinda feel! Nice and quiet for the most part. The location's great! Easy access to 45 and the Beltway; also the HOV/Toll lane to bypass any major accidents causing high traffic delays during the early AMs! I actually feel centralized...meaning if we want a Family Beach Day it's about a 40 min drive to Galveston or have a Big City Date Night its about 30 mins to downtown. We're also close to Hobby airport, Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital, grocery stores, shopping centers, and entertainment like movie theaters, bowling, & neighborhood bars! I have to agree with another resident...The only downside is the occasional flooding with heavy rain but I switched from a car to an SUV to get the Most Ground Clearance! ;) LOL
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• 95,112 Population

Spring Branch North

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 51

Current Resident: A very diverse neighborhood with many interesting places and people. Spring Branch is a great place to grow up, meet new people, be employed, and live in general. I'm glad that I can call Spring Branch my home.
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• C

• 21,157 Population

Fort Bend Houston

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 6

Niche User: Where I live is a nice area, everyone knows each other and make sure everyone is okay. We also check up on each other to make sure people are okay, especially if we know they have a illness. Whenever someone gets food from the church people gives leftovers to their neighbors.
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• 51,183 Population

Second Ward

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 19

Current Resident: 2nd Ward is close to east downtown and just down the street. The place is really coming up with new construction and all. I see it growing in the coming years. The location is not bad at all you still have some shady areas in the neighborhood but like I said it's growing and eventually it will be a desirable place to live. I love it! *coming from a new homeowner*
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• 13,235 Population

Willowbrook

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 24

Current Resident: I have lived in the area for around 4 years now. Love how the schools are in close proximity to home; no more than a 5 minute drive. The movies, mall, and places to eat are also extremely close and the neighborhood are very family orientated. I would say the one down side to living out here is the commute, especially if you are going into downtown area. On a good day with good traffic, the drive is around 35-40 minutes. However, if you are leaving during traffic hour, expect to be sitting in your car for at least an hour.
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• 23,947 Population

Memorial

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 75

Current Resident: The Memorial area is very nice. While it is an expensive area, there are still areas that are affordable for middle class families. You get the big trees and yards, while being in the city. The schools in the area are highly ranked academically. The only place I have lived so far that I feel safe at any time of day or night. There is also police patrol through each subdivision day and night. There are always people walking and are always friendly. It is very convenient to major freeways and parts of town. Overall, safety is the biggest plus!
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• 53,895 Population

Meadowbrook / Allendale

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 22

Visitor: This area is not the worst. It is easy to live in, however, there is still the lingering pollution problem which can be harmful. Overall, it is a great experience to be around the city and interact.
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• 26,069 Population

Lazybrook / Timbergrove

• Neighborhood in Houston, TX
• 9

Current Resident: I love Timbergrove! However, the shopping and food options nearby are limited. The area is up-and-coming, so I have no doubt that in a few years the place will be bustling with new businesses and places to eat. It must be said, however, that the lack of businesses nearby keeps the area relatively calm and safe. I have never felt threatened in this neighborhood, and the neighbors are friendly. For a young family buying a first home or people who want to live close to downtown but away from the traffic, this is a great choice!
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• 18,514 Population