From a parenting perspective, neighborhood safety is a priority that comes before rental prices.

Since Arlington is quite a large city in Texas, the atmosphere can vary significantly from neighborhood to neighborhood. Overall statistics show that as of 2024, the total crime rate in Arlington has decreased by 7.8% compared to the previous year, with violent crime down by 14.9% and property crime down by 6.2%. The trend is clearly improving.

However, in terms of national safety percentiles, it ranks in the 19th percentile. In simpler terms, this means that its crime rate is higher than 81% of cities nationwide, so it's still too early to feel completely safe based on national standards. Looking at neighborhoods, Southeast Arlington is relatively safe, with a crime rate of 32.37 per 1,000 people, which is lower than the city average. Areas like Pantego and Dalworthington Gardens are also known for being quiet and having a high percentage of family residents. The southwestern part of the city has the lowest probability of violent crime at about 1 in 288.

On the other hand, East Arlington has a higher crime rate of 45.12 per 1,000 people, and North Arlington has 39.87 per 1,000. The city center has a violent crime probability of 1 in 143, nearly double that of the southwestern area. This is why some people find themselves uncomfortable after moving into a place just because the rent was cheap. Especially if you often walk alone at night or with children, choosing the right neighborhood becomes even more important.

Realistically, the safest place to live in Arlington is around Southeast Arlington. The schools are decent, there are parks, and the crime statistics are relatively good, making it a frequently recommended area for families with children.

Before deciding to move or rent, I recommend checking the crime map for the specific address radius on CrimeGrade or NeighborhoodScout.