North, Arlington

Updated · 48,661 residents

North Arlington is a dense suburban area characterized by a mix of established single-family homes and high-density apartment complexes. While the neighborhood offers solid pedestrian infrastructure and ample green spaces for pet owners, residents primarily rely on vehicles for daily errands due to the car-dependent layout.

Key Highlights

Mixed Privacy LevelsMostly WalkableUpscale and ManicuredPet Friendly GreenerySuburban TransitionQuiet and Car-DependentHigh Noise LevelsPoor Air QualityMostly ResidentialStable Insurance AccessLargely LiberalDiverse Age GroupsModerate Flood Risk
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About North

North Arlington functions as a classic dense suburban landscape, blending residential zones with light industrial and commercial corridors. The area features a diverse housing stock that ranges from affluent single-family homes with private pools to standard apartment developments. According to iHuus data, the neighborhood benefits from a well-connected sidewalk network, though the presence of major highway barriers and heavy logistics hubs necessitates a car-centric lifestyle for most residents.

Prospective residents should consider the trade-offs between the area's high-quality school options, such as those within the Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District, and the higher noise levels associated with proximity to major roadways. While the neighborhood provides excellent access to local parks and green buffers for dog owners, the overall environment is relatively quiet with limited local commercial destinations. It is best suited for families or professionals who value institutional stability and proximity to major transit routes over a high-density, walkable urban lifestyle.

Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities

Privacy Index
Score: 5.3 out of 10

Privacy varies significantly across the area due to the contrast between dense apartment clusters and detached homes with moderate yard buffers. According to iHuus data, the level of seclusion is slightly lower than the Arlington average.

Ranked #6 in Arlington →
Walkability
Score: 7.4 out of 10

Reliable sidewalk networks and low-traffic residential streets facilitate safe pedestrian movement, though some large intersections and highway barriers can create disconnection. Overall, the pedestrian connectivity in this area is slightly below the Arlington average.

Ranked #2 in Arlington →
Visual Appeal
Score: 7.3 out of 10

Large custom homes and well-maintained landscapes characterize much of this area, making the visual environment slightly more polished than the Arlington average. Many properties feature expansive grounds and private pools, though some sections consist of more functional, high-density apartment complexes.

Ranked #2 in Arlington →
Dog Friendliness
Score: 7.7 out of 10

Extensive wooded areas, creek corridors, and interconnected parklands offer ample space for walking dogs away from traffic. According to iHuus data, these accessible trails and green buffers make the area more dog-friendly than the Arlington average.

Ranked #1 in Arlington →
Urban-Rural Index
Score: 6.9 out of 10

Characterized by a mix of suburban sprawl and open land, this area feels slightly more semi-rural than the Arlington average. Residents will find a variety of environments ranging from dense apartment complexes to pockets of woodland and undeveloped space.

Ranked #2 in Arlington →
Neighborhood Vibe
Score: 4.1 out of 10

The area features a tranquil, low-density landscape with a mix of industrial and residential pockets. While some social hubs and dining options exist near major highways, most daily errands require a vehicle due to the limited walkability of local businesses.

Ranked #5 in Arlington →
Acoustic Comfort
Score: 3.1 out of 10

Frequent noise from nearby heavy traffic and rail lines characterizes this area. According to iHuus data, acoustic comfort in this neighborhood is lower than the Arlington average.

Ranked #6 in Arlington →
Air Quality
Score: 2.4 out of 10

Frequent unhealthy air quality levels pose a significant risk to sensitive groups. According to iHuus data, air quality in this area is notably worse than the Arlington average.

Ranked #6 in Arlington →
Industrial Proximity
Score: 8.3 out of 10

Industrial presence is minimal and comparable to the rest of Arlington. Most areas consist of residential, educational, and light commercial zones without visible heavy industry or hazardous facilities.

Ranked #4 in Arlington →
Health Insurance Coverage
Score: 6.6 out of 10

Health insurance coverage is higher than the Arlington average, indicating a relatively stable level of medical security for the area. According to iHuus data, most residents have access to employer or private coverage plans.

Ranked #3 in Arlington →
Ideological Lean
Score: 6.8 out of 10

Political leanings in this area trend more liberal than the Arlington average. According to iHuus data, the neighborhood contains a liberal majority with a modest opposing presence.

Ranked #3 in Arlington →
Population Age Profile
Score: 4.7 out of 10

Residents live alongside a balanced mix of young adults, families, and older individuals. This demographic distribution is largely consistent with the average found across Arlington.

Ranked #3 in Arlington →
Flood Safety
Score: 4.6 out of 10

Flood risk in this area is slightly higher than the Arlington average because FEMA has not yet completed a detailed study for this specific zone. Residents should remain aware of potential uncertainty regarding local drainage capacity according to iHuus data.

Ranked #2 in Arlington →

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Walkabilityavg 7.59
Score: 7.4 out of 10
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Acoustic Comfortavg 4.22
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Privacy Indexavg 5.65
Score: 5.3 out of 10
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Visual Appealavg 6.96
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Dog Friendlinessavg 6.79
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Urban-Rural Indexavg 6.81
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Neighborhood Vibeavg 4.2
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Health Insurance Coverageavg 6.04
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Air Qualityavg 3.31
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Industrial Proximityavg 8.17
Score: 8.3 out of 10
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Flood Safetyavg 3.77
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Ideological Leanavg 6.07
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Population Age Profileavg 4.59
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Fire Safety
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School Quality
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School Districts Serving North

Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District
Grades K–1233 schoolsRatings 6–10/10
10/10
Bedford Heights ElElementary
10/10
Bedford J HMiddle
10/10
Bell H SHigh
10/10
Central J HMiddle
10/10
Euless J HMiddle
10/10
Harwood J HMiddle
10/10
Hurst Hills ElElementary
10/10
Shady Oaks ElElementary
10/10
Stonegate ElElementary
10/10
Wilshire ElElementary
10/10
Spring Garden ElElementary
10/10
Keys H SHigh
10/10
Viridian ElElementary
10/10
Lakewood ElElementary
10/10
Bellaire ElElementary
8/10
Donna ParkElementary
8/10
Harrison Lane ElElementary
8/10
Shady Brook ElElementary
8/10
Trinity Lakes ElElementary
8/10
Meadow Creek ElElementary
8/10
River Trails ElElementary
8/10
Arbor Creek ElElementary
8/10
South Euless ElElementary
8/10
Trinity H SHigh
8/10
Hurst J HMiddle
8/10
Midway Park ElElementary
8/10
North Euless ElElementary
8/10
Oakwood Terrace ElElementary
8/10
Bell Manor ElElementary
6/10
HomeboundOther
Not rated
Buinger Cte AcademyHigh
Not rated
Alter Ed ProgElementary
Not rated
Tarrant Co J J A E PSecondary
Not rated
Arlington Independent School District
Grades K–1274 schoolsRatings 2–10/10
5/10
Butler ElElementary
10/10
Duff ElElementary
10/10
Martin H SHigh
10/10
Corey Fine Arts / Dual Language AcademyElementary
10/10
Kooken Ed CtrPrekindergarten
10/10
Ousley J HMiddle
10/10
Beckham ElElementary
10/10
Arlington Collegiate H SHigh
10/10
Arlington College And Career H SHigh
10/10
Ditto ElElementary
8/10
Gunn J HMiddle
8/10
Shackelford J HMiddle
8/10
Bryant ElElementary
8/10
Wood ElElementary
8/10
Moore ElElementary
8/10
Foster ElElementary
8/10
Hill ElElementary
8/10
Sherrod ElElementary
8/10
Young J HMiddle
8/10
Fitzgerald ElElementary
8/10
Venture Alter H SHigh
8/10
Pearcy Stem AcademyElementary
8/10
Seguin H SHigh
8/10
Wimbish World Language AcademyElementary
8/10
Remynse ElElementary
8/10
Amos ElElementary
8/10
Arlington H SHigh
8/10
Ashworth ElElementary
8/10
West ElElementary
8/10
Jones Fine Arts / Dual Language AcademyElementary
8/10
Bowie H SHigh
8/10
Bailey J HMiddle
6/10
Nichols J HMiddle
6/10
Goodman ElElementary
6/10
Lamar H SHigh
6/10
Swift ElElementary
6/10
Little ElElementary
6/10
Barnett J HMiddle
6/10
Boles J HMiddle
6/10
Bebensee ElElementary
6/10
Larson ElElementary
6/10
Mcnutt ElElementary
6/10
Peach ElElementary
6/10
Hale ElElementary
6/10
Burgin ElElementary
6/10
Adams ElElementary
6/10
Farrell ElElementary
6/10
Atherton ElElementary
6/10
Crow Leadership AcademyElementary
6/10
Berry ElElementary
4/10
Key ElElementary
4/10
Pope ElElementary
4/10
Rankin ElElementary
4/10
Williams ElElementary
4/10
Webb ElElementary
4/10
Workman J HMiddle
4/10
Dunn ElElementary
4/10
Sam Houston H SHigh
4/10
Johns ElElementary
4/10
Morton ElElementary
4/10
South Davis ElElementary
4/10
Miller ElElementary
4/10
Crouch ElElementary
4/10
Patrick ElElementary
4/10
Speer ElElementary
2/10
Carter J HMiddle
2/10
Short ElElementary
2/10
Thornton ElElementary
2/10
Starrett ElElementary
2/10
Ellis ElElementary
2/10
Anderson ElElementary
2/10
Blanton ElElementary
2/10
Turning Point Secondary SchoolHigh
Not rated
Tarrant Co J J A E PMiddle
Not rated
Fort Worth Independent School District
Grades K–12137 schoolsRatings 2–10/10
3/10
Benbrook ElElementary
10/10
South Hi Mount ElElementary
10/10
Westpark ElElementary
10/10
Alice D ContrerasElementary
10/10
Riverside Applied Lrn CtrElementary
10/10
De Zavala ElElementary
10/10
Christene C Moss ElElementary
10/10
Tanglewood ElElementary
10/10
Marine Creek Collegiate H SHigh
10/10
Im Terrell Academy For Stem And VpaHigh
10/10
Overton Park ElElementary
10/10
Young Men's Leadership AcademyHigh
10/10
World Languages InstituteHigh
10/10
Tarrant Co College South/Fort Worth Collegiate H SHigh
10/10
Rolling Hills ElElementary
10/10
Texas Academy Of BiomedicalHigh
10/10
Young Women's Leadership AcademyHigh
10/10
Glen Park ElElementary
8/10
Maude I Logan ElElementary
8/10
Luella Merrett ElElementary
8/10
Meadowbrook ElElementary
8/10
Mitchell Boulevard ElElementary
8/10
North Hi Mount ElElementary
8/10
Oakhurst ElElementary
8/10
Paschal H SHigh
8/10
M L Phillips ElElementary
8/10
Trimble Technical H SHigh
8/10
Versia Williams ElElementary
8/10
Washington Heights ElElementary
8/10
Waverly Park ElElementary
8/10
Alice Carlson Applied Lrn CtrElementary
8/10
Applied Learning AcadMiddle
8/10
Mclean 6Th GradeMiddle
8/10
Lowery RoadElementary
8/10
Cesar Chavez PriElementary
8/10
Lily B Clayton ElElementary
8/10
Richard J Wilson ElElementary
8/10
Westcliff ElElementary
8/10
Worth Heights ElElementary
8/10
Success H SHigh
8/10
Daggett MontessoriElementary
8/10
Mcrae ElElementary
8/10
Dolores Huerta ElElementary
8/10
Benbrook Middle/High SchoolHigh
8/10
John T White ElElementary
8/10
Carter Park ElElementary
6/10
Carter-Riverside H SHigh
6/10
Manuel Jara ElElementary
6/10
Como ElElementary
6/10
Daggett ElElementary
6/10
Diamond Hill-Jarvis H SHigh
6/10
Forest Oak MiddleMiddle
6/10
Hubbard ElElementary
6/10
Natha Howell ElElementary
6/10
O D Wyatt H SHigh
6/10
Rosemont MiddleMiddle
6/10
Sam Rosen ElElementary
6/10
David K Sellars ElElementary
6/10
South Hills ElElementary
6/10
J T Stevens ElElementary
6/10
Sunrise - Mcmillan ElElementary
6/10
Bonnie BraeElementary
6/10
Seminary Hills Park ElElementary
6/10
Woodway ElElementary
6/10
Arlington Heights H SHigh
6/10
Burton Hill ElElementary
6/10
Elder MiddleMiddle
6/10
Greenbriar ElElementary
6/10
Mclean MiddleMiddle
6/10
Meacham MiddleMiddle
6/10
Morningside ElElementary
6/10
Charles Nash ElElementary
6/10
North Side H SHigh
6/10
Oaklawn ElElementary
6/10
A M Pate ElElementary
6/10
Carroll Peak ElElementary
6/10
Polytechnic H SHigh
6/10
Ridglea Hills ElElementary
6/10
Sagamore Hill ElElementary
6/10
Bruce Shulkey ElElementary
6/10
Southwest H SHigh
6/10
Springdale ElElementary
6/10
Stripling MiddleMiddle
6/10
Kirkpatrick MiddleMiddle
6/10
Bill J Elliott ElElementary
6/10
Pk Satellite CentersPrekindergarten
6/10
George Clarke ElElementary
4/10
Daggett MiddleMiddle
4/10
S S Dillow ElElementary
4/10
Dunbar H SHigh
4/10
Eastern Hills H SHigh
4/10
Van Zandt-Guinn ElElementary
4/10
Helbing ElElementary
4/10
Atwood Mcdonald ElElementary
4/10
Meadowbrook MiddleMiddle
4/10
Moore M H ElElementary
4/10
Maudrie Walton ElElementary
4/10
Western Hills ElElementary
4/10
Western Hills H SHigh
4/10
Int'l Newcomer AcadMiddle
4/10
Western Hills PriElementary
4/10
Boulevard HeightsOther
4/10
Diamond Hill ElElementary
4/10
J Martin Jacquet MiddleMiddle
4/10
East Handley ElElementary
4/10
Harlean Beal ElElementary
4/10
Kirkpatrick ElElementary
4/10
Monnig MiddleMiddle
4/10
Riverside MiddleMiddle
4/10
W J Turner ElElementary
4/10
Westcreek ElElementary
4/10
South Hills H SHigh
4/10
Jean Mcclung MiddleMiddle
4/10
Hazel Harvey Peace ElElementary
4/10
William James MiddleMiddle
2/10
Leonard MiddleMiddle
2/10
Morningside MiddleMiddle
2/10
West Handley ElElementary
2/10
T A Sims ElElementary
2/10
Edward Briscoe ElElementary
2/10
Rufino Mendoza Sr ElElementary
2/10
Eastern Hills ElElementary
2/10
W M Green ElElementary
2/10
Wedgwood MiddleMiddle
2/10
Clifford Davis ElElementary
2/10
Detent CtrHigh
Not rated
Jo Kelly Sp EdOther
Not rated
Assessment CtrOther
Not rated
Juvenile Justice Alternative Ed ProgramSecondary
Not rated
Fw Rgnl Program For DeafElementary
Not rated
Metro OpportunityHigh
Not rated
Insights Learning CenterElementary
Not rated
Tarrant Youth RecoverySecondary
Not rated
Transition CtrHigh
Not rated
Women's HavenOther
Not rated
Children's Medical CtrOther
Not rated
Bridge AssocHigh
Not rated

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Arlington a walkable neighborhood?
While the neighborhood features a consistent sidewalk network, it remains largely car-dependent. The presence of major highways and large-scale commercial blocks often fragments pedestrian routes, making vehicle travel necessary for most daily errands.
How are the schools in the North Arlington area?
The area is served by several districts, including the highly-rated Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District. While some schools consistently perform at a top-tier level, other parts of the neighborhood fall under the Arlington Independent School District, which exhibits a wider range of academic performance.
Is North Arlington a good place for dog owners?
Yes, the neighborhood is quite dog-friendly. Residents have access to numerous green buffers, local parkland, and tree-lined streets that provide ample space for walking pets safely.