West, Arlington

Updated · 91,042 residents

The West neighborhood in Arlington is a primarily residential area characterized by a suburban layout of single-family homes and established apartment complexes. With consistent sidewalk coverage and access to local green spaces, the area offers a quiet, car-dependent environment that balances residential stability with proximity to major transit corridors.

Key Highlights

Mixed Privacy LevelsModerate WalkabilityUpscale LandscapesGreat for Dog WalkingSuburban MixQuiet and Car-DependentModerate Traffic NoisePoor Air QualityMinimal Industrial PresenceStrong Insurance CoveragePolitically BalancedMixed Age DemographicsUndetermined Flood Risk
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About West

West is a dense suburban community defined by its standard residential spacing and well-manicured landscapes, with many properties featuring private pools and fenced backyards. The area provides a consistent suburban experience, supported by a network of sidewalks and parks that facilitate local walking and pet-friendly activities. While the neighborhood maintains a calm, residential atmosphere, it is integrated into the broader Arlington infrastructure, offering residents a reliable, if car-dependent, lifestyle.

Prospective residents should note that while the neighborhood offers high visual appeal and a stable, family-oriented environment, it experiences moderate noise levels from nearby road traffic. The area is best suited for those prioritizing a quiet, residential setting with access to established school districts, though the lack of a distinct commercial center means daily errands typically require a vehicle. With a mix of housing types, the neighborhood accommodates a diverse range of residents seeking a balance between suburban privacy and regional connectivity.

Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities

Privacy Index
Score: 5.8 out of 10

Privacy levels vary significantly across the area due to a mix of high-density apartment complexes and standard suburban lots. According to iHuus data, spacing between structures remains roughly average for the city, ranging from closely packed multi-family units to detached homes with private, fenced yards.

Ranked #2 in Arlington →
Walkability
Score: 7 out of 10

Pedestrian connectivity is reliable within residential loops and cul-de-sacs, though major highway intersections and certain high-traffic arterials present navigation challenges. According to iHuus data, sidewalk availability is slightly below the city average.

Ranked #6 in Arlington →
Visual Appeal
Score: 7.3 out of 10

Manicured grounds, private pools, and large residences characterize many parts of this area, contributing to a visual appeal that sits above the Arlington average. According to iHuus data, the presence of well-maintained landscapes and premium amenities provides a more polished aesthetic than many surrounding neighborhoods.

Ranked #2 in Arlington →
Dog Friendliness
Score: 7.1 out of 10

Extensive park systems, walking tracks, and wide grassy verges provide ample space for pets. According to iHuus data, the availability of connected green corridors and continuous sidewalks in this area is slightly above the Arlington average.

Ranked #2 in Arlington →
Urban-Rural Index
Score: 6.8 out of 10

Residential pockets vary between dense suburban housing and more open areas featuring industrial warehouses or wooded terrain. This landscape is consistent with the broader Arlington area in terms of its balance between developed infrastructure and open land.

Ranked #3 in Arlington →
Neighborhood Vibe
Score: 4.2 out of 10

Suburban streets and light industrial zones define the area, providing a steady rhythm of residential life alongside scattered dining and essential services. While some social hubs are accessible via walkable paths, much of the neighborhood requires a vehicle to reach diverse commercial destinations.

Ranked #4 in Arlington →
Acoustic Comfort
Score: 4.7 out of 10

Steady sounds from nearby busy streets are common in this area. This level of acoustic activity is slightly higher than the average found throughout Arlington.

Ranked #1 in Arlington →
Air Quality
Score: 3 out of 10

Frequent unhealthy air quality levels pose a significant risk to sensitive groups. This area experiences lower air quality than the Arlington average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #5 in Arlington →
Industrial Proximity
Score: 8.2 out of 10

Residential life remains largely undisturbed by heavy industry, as the area is consistent with the city average for industrial proximity. While some logistics hubs and warehouses are present, there are no significant industrial hazards visible throughout the neighborhood.

Ranked #5 in Arlington →
Health Insurance Coverage
Score: 6.6 out of 10

Health insurance accessibility is higher here than the Arlington average, according to iHuus data. Most residents in the West area maintain active coverage.

Ranked #3 in Arlington →
Ideological Lean
Score: 3.9 out of 10

Political leanings in this area are split relatively evenly between conservative and liberal views. This represents a more moderate ideological landscape than the broader Arlington area, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #5 in Arlington →
Population Age Profile
Score: 4.9 out of 10

Residents live alongside a diverse range of age groups, including young professionals, families, and seniors. This demographic spread is slightly more varied than the average seen across Arlington.

Ranked #2 in Arlington →
Flood Safety
Score: 4.3 out of 10

Flood risk levels in this area remain uncertain because detailed federal studies have not yet been completed. According to iHuus data, the potential for flooding is slightly higher than the Arlington average.

Ranked #3 in Arlington →

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Walkabilityavg 7.59
Score: 7 out of 10
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Acoustic Comfortavg 4.22
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Privacy Indexavg 5.65
Score: 5.8 out of 10
Score: 5.9 out of 10
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Visual Appealavg 6.96
Score: 7.3 out of 10
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Dog Friendlinessavg 6.79
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Score: 6.7 out of 10
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Urban-Rural Indexavg 6.81
Score: 6.8 out of 10
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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
Score: 3 out of 10
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Industrial Proximityavg 8.17
Score: 8.2 out of 10
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Flood Safetyavg 3.77
Score: 4.3 out of 10
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Ideological Leanavg 6.07
Score: 3.9 out of 10
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Population Age Profileavg 4.59
Score: 4.9 out of 10
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Fire Safety
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School Quality
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School Districts Serving West

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 West, Arlington a walkable neighborhood?
The neighborhood features a consistent network of sidewalks and low-traffic residential streets, making it relatively walkable for local exercise. However, due to the suburban layout and limited commercial density, most residents rely on vehicles for daily travel.
What is the housing character in this part of Arlington?
The area is primarily composed of single-family homes with moderate setbacks and fenced yards, alongside various apartment complexes. Many properties are well-maintained and feature private backyard pools, contributing to the neighborhood's high visual appeal.
Are there good schools in the West neighborhood?
Residents are served by a mix of school districts, including the highly-rated Kennedale Independent School District and the Arlington Independent School District. Several local schools, such as Martin High School and Duff Elementary, maintain high performance ratings.
How would you describe the noise levels in the area?
The neighborhood generally maintains a calm atmosphere, though residents may experience moderate noise from nearby major roads. The overall acoustic environment is typical for a dense suburban setting in Arlington.