Denton, TX Crime Map

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Crime in Denton, TX

Is Denton, TX safe to live in?

Denton earns an overall crime grade of C+ at the city level, but when you look at the neighborhood breakdown, the picture is considerably more encouraging. Of the 8 neighborhoods analyzed, 62.5% received an A grade and 25% received a B grade, meaning 88% of Denton neighborhoods fall into the safe or very safe category. The city-wide safety rating aggregated across those neighborhoods comes out to a Very Safe (A) designation. Communities like Wheeler Ridge (A+), Oakmont Country Club Estates (A+), Robson Ranch (A+), and Northwood (A+) consistently rank among the safest in the region. Even the lower-ranked areas — Downtown Denton (B) and Texas Woman's University (C+) — do not reach the D or F tier, and no Denton neighborhood in our analysis scored a D or F. For most residents and families, Denton represents a genuinely safe living environment.

What is the crime rate in Denton, TX in 2026?

Denton's overall crime grade for 2026 is C+, which reflects a mixed picture across the city's diverse neighborhoods. Breaking it down by grade distribution: 5 out of 8 analyzed neighborhoods (62.5%) earned an A, 2 neighborhoods (25%) earned a B, and 1 neighborhood (12.5%) earned a C. Importantly, zero neighborhoods received a D or F grade. The safest areas — Wheeler Ridge, Oakmont Country Club Estates, Robson Ranch, Northwood, and Southridge — all carry A-level ratings, while University of North Texas and Downtown Denton hold B grades. The Texas Woman's University neighborhood is the only area rated C+, making it the most crime-affected zone in the current dataset. Taken together, 88% of Denton's analyzed neighborhoods qualify as safe (A or B), which is a strong showing for a city of over 425,000 residents.

What are the safest neighborhoods in Denton, TX?

Five Denton neighborhoods stand out for their exceptional safety records in 2026, all earning A-level grades:

• Wheeler Ridge — A+: Home to approximately 2,407 residents with a median household income of $83,835. Consistently ranks among the top-performing neighborhoods for safety.
• Oakmont Country Club Estates — A+: With a population of 6,332 and the highest median income in the dataset at $126,290, this neighborhood combines affluence with very low crime rates.
• Robson Ranch — A+: A smaller community of about 821 residents and a median income of $93,934, delivering top-tier safety in a tight-knit setting.
• Northwood — A+: Approximately 2,273 residents and a median income of $107,401 place this neighborhood among Denton's safest and most prosperous communities.
• Southridge — A: With 6,012 residents and a median income of $99,600, Southridge offers a large, family-friendly environment with a strong safety profile.

Collectively, these five neighborhoods account for 62.5% of all analyzed areas and represent the gold standard for safety within Denton city limits.

Which Denton neighborhoods have higher crime rates?

While no Denton neighborhood in our 2026 analysis reached a D or F grade, three areas rank lower than the city's safest zones and are worth noting for context:

• Texas Woman's University — C+: The only neighborhood to receive a C-range grade, this area has a population of 2,311 and a median income of $27,726. The lower income level and high student-population density likely contribute to elevated crime relative to other parts of the city.
• Downtown Denton — B: With 2,954 residents and a median income of $33,533, Downtown Denton sees more activity — both commercial and criminal — than the suburban neighborhoods. Still, a B grade indicates a manageable safety environment.
• University of North Texas — B: The largest of the three at 7,808 residents, the UNT area has the lowest median income in the dataset at $22,898, reflecting its predominantly student population. Its B grade suggests moderate but not alarming crime levels.

It's worth emphasizing that a C+ or B grade does not indicate a dangerous area — these grades simply reflect slightly higher crime activity compared to Denton's exceptional A+ neighborhoods.

How does Denton's safety compare to other Texas cities?

Denton's neighborhood-level data paints a favorable picture relative to many Texas metros. With 88% of neighborhoods graded A or B and zero neighborhoods at D or F, Denton outperforms many larger Texas cities where high-crime pockets are more common. The city's median household income of $62,542, unemployment rate of 4.9%, and median home value of $236,203 reflect a stable economic base that generally correlates with lower crime rates. The presence of two major universities (UNT and TWU) introduces some crime dynamics typical of college towns — particularly in the University of North Texas (B) and Texas Woman's University (C+) neighborhoods — but even those areas remain well within acceptable safety ranges. For North Texas, Denton's overall safety profile is competitive and continues to attract families, students, and professionals alike.

Is it safe to live near the University of North Texas or Texas Woman's University?

Both university-adjacent neighborhoods are livable, though they carry slightly higher crime grades than Denton's suburban enclaves. The University of North Texas neighborhood holds a B grade — reflecting a safe but more active environment typical of large college campuses with 7,808 residents and a median income of $22,898. The Texas Woman's University neighborhood earns a C+, the lowest grade in Denton's current dataset, with 2,311 residents and a median income of $27,726. These areas tend to see property-related incidents more common in high-density student housing zones. That said, a C+ is still a passing grade and does not indicate a high-crime zone by national standards. Prospective residents near either campus should use Denton's crime map to monitor specific blocks, consider securing renters insurance, and stay engaged with campus safety resources.