High Country, Carrollton
Updated · 3,369 residents
High Country is a suburban neighborhood in Carrollton, Texas, characterized by its exceptional walkability and well-maintained residential streets. Residents benefit from a robust network of sidewalks and greenbelts, alongside a quiet atmosphere that remains entirely free from heavy industrial activity.
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About High Country
High Country features a dense suburban layout defined by single-family homes with private, pool-equipped backyards and complex architectural rooflines. The area is highly pedestrian-friendly, offering comprehensive sidewalk networks and dedicated paths through local greenbelts that enhance its visual appeal. It maintains a calm, residential environment with easy access to neighborhood-scale dining options and local service centers.
While the neighborhood offers a high standard of health insurance coverage and proximity to stable school districts, residents should note that the area experiences moderate noise levels from local road traffic. The community is well-suited for families and individuals seeking a walkable, suburban lifestyle with minimal industrial presence, though prospective buyers should consider the specific flood safety profile of the region.
Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities
Houses are positioned with standard suburban spacing and private fenced backyards, providing slightly more separation between neighbors than the Carrollton average according to iHuus data.
Extensive sidewalk networks and dedicated off-street trail systems provide exceptional pedestrian connectivity. This neighborhood offers superior walkability compared to the Carrollton average, featuring continuous paths through greenbelts and well-marked crossings on main streets.
Large homes with manicured lawns and frequent private swimming pools define the local landscape. This area offers a more polished visual environment than the Carrollton average, according to iHuus data.
Extensive greenbelts and winding walking trails provide abundant safe space for pets. These connected trail systems and wide grassy verges make the area more dog friendly than the Carrollton average.
Residential patterns here consist of established suburban housing tracts and organized street grids. This level of development is consistent with the typical density found throughout Carrollton.
This area offers a calm and low-density atmosphere with a steady rhythm of residential life. While select social hubs and dining options are available, the neighborhood is slightly less active than the Carrollton average and remains primarily car-oriented.
Steady traffic noise from a nearby busy street is present. This level of acoustic activity is slightly higher than the average seen across Carrollton, according to iHuus data.
Air quality levels fluctuate between acceptable and unhealthy conditions, with occasional concerns for sensitive groups. This area remains slightly above the Carrollton average according to iHuus data.
Residential and light commercial uses dominate the area with no detectable warehouses, heavy industry, or hazardous sites. This absence of industrial infrastructure is more pronounced here than in the rest of Carrollton, according to iHuus data.
Health insurance access among residents is notably higher than the Carrollton average, according to iHuus data.
Political views in this area are relatively evenly split between conservative and liberal leanings, representing a more moderate landscape than the Carrollton average according to iHuus data.
A diverse mix of young adults, families, and seniors resides here, reflecting a population age profile that is slightly more varied than the Carrollton average according to iHuus data.
Some residual flood risk exists as parts of the area are within the 500-year floodplain; however, the safety level remains significantly higher than the Carrollton average according to iHuus data.
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| Dimension | High Country | Bel Air of Josey Ranch |
|---|---|---|
| 🚶 Walkabilityavg 9.01 | ||
| 🔊 Acoustic Comfortavg 4.24 | ||
| 🤫 Privacy Indexavg 5.73 | ||
| 🎨 Visual Appealavg 7.3 | ||
| 🐕 Dog Friendlinessavg 7.81 | ||
| 🗺️ Urban-Rural Indexavg 6.62 | ||
| ✨ Neighborhood Vibeavg 4.47 | ||
| 🏥 Health Insurance Coverageavg 6.84 | ||
| 🌿 Air Qualityavg 4.71 | ||
| 🏭 Industrial Proximityavg 8.68 | ||
| 🌊 Flood Safetyavg 4.8 | ||
| 🗳️ Ideological Leanavg 5.75 | ||
| 👥 Population Age Profileavg 4.79 | ||
| 🔥 Fire Safety | ||
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Below average outcomes; significant attendance and academic challenges.
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