The Safest and Most Dangerous Places in Holiday Lakes, TX: Crime Maps and Statistics

C+

Overall Crime Grade™

Violent Crime Grade	D
Property Crime Grade	C+
Other Crime Grade	B-

Which crimes are included?

$748,225

Cost of Crime™ for Holiday Lakes, TX

In 2025, crime will cost $1,365 per household.

More cost data

Crime Grade's crime map highlights the safest areas in Holiday Lakes in green, the most dangerous in red, and moderately safe areas in yellow. Crime rates on the map are weighted based on both the type and severity of the crime. For more information on how to interpret our crime maps, see the Interpreting the Crime Maps section below.

Is Holiday Lakes, TX Safe?

The C+ grade indicates that the rate of crime is about the same as that of the average US city. Holiday Lakes ranks in the 49th percentile for safety, meaning it is safer than 49% of cities but less safe than 51%. This analysis applies only to Holiday Lakes's official city boundaries. See the table below for nearby cities.

The crime rate in Holiday Lakes is 24.22 per 1,000 residents in the typical year. Holiday Lakes Residents generally consider the east part of the city to be the safest. Your chance of being a victim of crime in Holiday Lakes varies by neighborhood - ranging from 1 in 38 in the northwest neighborhoods to 1 in 44 in the east.

When looking at total crime counts (rather than per capita rates), the southeast parts of Holiday Lakes, TX see the most incidents - about 11 per year. In contrast, the north part of the city has the fewest, with approximately 0 crimes annually.

The Cost of Crime™ in Holiday Lakes, TX

The total projected cost of crime in Holiday Lakes for 2025 is $748,225. This translates to approximately $439 per resident and $1,365 per household. On average, crime-related costs account for 1.6% of the median household income in Holiday Lakes. These figures reflect only tangible costs, which include the following:

Criminal justice system costs (law enforcement, courts, and imprisonment): 52.8%
Direct costs to victims (damaged property, medical expenses, and lost wages): 34.8%
Lost economic contribution from offenders (time in prison or repeat offenses): 12.3%

How Much Does Crime Cost in Holiday Lakes Compared to Other Cities?

Holiday Lakes, TX:	$439
Mesquite, TX:	$1155
Timberwood Park, TX:	$173
Texas:	$555
USA:	$464

The Cost of Crime per resident in Holiday Lakes is $439 per year, which is $26 less than the national average and $117 less than Texas's state average. Below we compare cities similar to Holiday Lakes:

In Mesquite, TX, crime costs $1,155 per person, which is $717 more than in Holiday Lakes.
In Timberwood Park, TX, crime costs $173 per person, which is $266 less than in Holiday Lakes

2025 Projected Cost by Type of Crime

The table below shows the total cost of crime to the residents of Holiday Lakes for the year 2025 along with the projected cost per resident.

Crime	Cost to Holiday Lakes	Cost per Holiday Lakes Resident
Murder	$220,113	$129
Rape/Sexual Assault	$77,274	$45
Robbery	$27,594	$16
Assault	$159,878	$94
Kidnapping	$16,034	$9
Vehicle Theft	$38,213	$22
Burglary	$49,384	$29
Theft	$69,775	$41
Arson	$4,231	$2
Vandalism	$25,200	$15
Animal Cruelty	$1,314	$1
Drug Crimes	$51,126	$30
Identity Theft	$8,090	$5
Total Cost of Crime	$748,225	$439

The Intangible Cost of Crime in Holiday Lakes, TX

CrimeGrade primarily focuses on tangible costs, but the true impact of crime extends beyond economic. Pain and suffering for victims and their families are difficult to quantify, but research-based methodologies help estimate these effects. Using these methodologies, we calculate that the intangible cost of crime in Holiday Lakes totals $1,882,891 ($1,104 per resident). When added to the tangible costs, this brings the total estimated cost of crime to $2,631,116 ($1,542 per resident). All Cost of Crime facts are based on scholarly research done on the cost of crime. Read more about our methodology here.

Interpreting the Crime Maps

When interpreting the Holiday Lakes crime map, keep in mind that crime rates are measured per resident. Areas with high visitor traffic, such as shopping districts, may appear to have higher crime rates simply because more crimes occur where people gather - even if few residents live there. For example, the city has few retail establishments, which can artificially inflate crime rates in that area. Red areas on the map do not necessarily mean a neighborhood is unsafe for residents.

More issues arise with places like airports, parks, and schools. Major airports always look like high-crime locations due to the large number of people and the low population nearby. Parks and designated recreational areas have the same problem. Of Holiday Lakes’s 1,706 residents, few live near recreational areas. Because many people visit, crime rates may appear higher even for safe parks. Crime occurs where people gather, whether they live there or not. Before assuming an area is unsafe, consider both per-capita crime rates and total crime counts, as well as the types of destinations nearby.

To better understand and navigate these intricate crime maps, a high-speed internet connection can be crucial. Fast and seamless online connectivity ensures that map details load efficiently, providing users with clearer, uninterrupted insights. If you're considering enhancing your online experience, check out high speed internet in Holiday Lakes, TX at ISP Reports.

Holiday Lakes Crime Breakdown

The tables below show which crimes are used to calculate the Crime Grades above. All crime rates are shown as the number of crimes per 1,000 Holiday Lakes residents in a standard year.

Violent Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Assault	3.263
Robbery	0.5142
Rape	0.7470
Murder	0.0687
Total Violent Crime	4.593 (D)

Property Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Theft	7.897
Vehicle Theft	1.447
Burglary	3.192
Arson	0.1027
Total Property Crime	12.64 (C+)

Other Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Kidnapping	0.1550
Drug Crimes	4.051
Vandalism	2.068
Identity Theft	0.6127
Animal Cruelty	0.1041
Total "Other" Rate	6.991 (B-)

Individual Holiday Lakes Crime Maps & Stats

Crime Maps and Rates for Nearby Cities

Compared to surrounding cities, the rate of crime in Holiday Lakes is similar. The table below shows Crime Grades for cities close to Holiday Lakes.

Nearby City	Overall Crime Grade	Violent Crime Grade	Property Crime Grade
Baileys Prairie, TX	B	C-	B+
Angleton, TX	C	C	C
Bonney, TX	C-	D+	C-
Lochridge, TX	F	D-	F
West Columbia, TX	C-	D	C-
Sandy Point, TX	C-	C+	D
Danbury, TX	B+	C+	A-
Bastrop Beach, TX	B+	C+	A-
Damon, TX	A-	C	A
Liverpool, TX	B+	C+	A-

Crime Maps and Rates for City with Similar Populations

Holiday Lakes is lower versus other cities of the same size for crime. The table below compares crime in cities with comparable overall population in the city‘s boundaries.

Similar City	Overall Crime Grade	Violent Crime Grade	Property Crime Grade
Wyalusing, PA	B-	C+	C+
Tar Heel, NC	D	D-	D-
Tolarsville, NC	D+	D	D
Topock, AZ	F	F	F
Tremont City, OH	A	B-	B-
Vienna, MO	F	C-	C-
Wolf Creek, OR	D	D	D
Boley, OK	F	C	C
Block Island, RI	D+	C+	C+
Bland, FL	A+	A	A

Considering only the crime rate, Holiday Lakes is safer than the Texas state average and safer than the national average.

Safety and school performance are separate topics, but both shape moving decisions. Using SchoolGrade data, schools in Holiday Lakes, TX average SchoolGrade of C+, with 40% actual proficiency versus 39% projected; overall, schools meet expectations. See Holiday Lakes schools on SchoolGrade

About the Data

CrimeGrade.org provides highly detailed and accurate crime data, used by insurance companies, home security firms, and other industries. Our data is available for licensing—learn more about our USA crime data and licensing.

Crime By Zip Code Download

Our proprietary data is available for download by zip code or by state in a CSV Flat File. Please visit our download page for pricing and terms.

Download CSV

Home Security

A crime occurs on average every 8 days 19 hours in Holiday Lakes. Want to protect your home?

Home Security Companies in Holiday Lakes, TX

All maps and statistics above are projections, not certainties, and provided without guarantee free of charge. Verify all info before making any decisions based on the data.