Lake Highlands

Welcome to Lake Highlands

This sprawling, close-in suburb quite literally rises above the city.

Taking up significant square mileage in northeast Dallas, Lake Highlands is broader and farther out than most Dallas neighborhoods (and largely perched on higher elevation) but still feels like a cohesive community not far from the city’s excitements. Richardson ISD schools, which serve most of the community, are a big selling point for new buyers as is the multitude of parks.

Built-up during a housing boom in the 60s and 70s, this sprawling northeast Dallas neighborhood is quite straightforwardly named for both its proximity to White Rock Lake and elevated topography. Lake Highlands, TX real estate is known for being luxurious at times, spacious, and surrounded by tree-lined streets.

What to Expect

Established subdivisions with big backyards punctuated by shopping strips and office developments.

The feeling throughout Lake Highlands is that you’ve stumbled into a humble hometown that happens to be in a big city. The Hill, a revamped shopping center, is bringing exciting new tenants to the area.

The Lifestyle

School-centric with an emphasis on the great outdoors.

Lake Highlands families are very involved in the Richardson ISD schools that support the majority of neighborhoods. School pride spills over into community engagement too, with lots of porch parties, service clubs, and the annual Buzz Party held at the end of each school year.

Unexpected Appeal

The many trails and parks along White Rock Creek.

Sizable White Rock Lake, just south of the community, is a beautiful playground for paddleboarders, sailing enthusiasts, and kayakers. So too does the 7.6-mile White Rock Creek trail and its surrounding greenbelt attract walkers, joggers, and bicyclists who make use of a succession of linked parks, including popular Flag Pole Hill.

The Market

Dozens of subdivisions create a chain of communities.

Home buyers, including many first-timers, look to Lake Highlands both for pre-war bungalows that they can restore and well-situated lots ideal for new builds.

You'll Fall in Love With

Having both the city and larger suburbs close at hand.

With Dallas’s vibrant urban core to the south and rapidly growing suburbs like Plano and Frisco to the north, Lake Highlanders get to enjoy the best of both worlds. Interstate 635, also known as the LBJ Freeway, runs right through the area and is a convenient thoroughfare to many parts of the Metroplex; commuters can also take the DART light rail into downtown.

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Overview for Lake Highlands, TX

31,953 people live in Lake Highlands, where the median age is 35.7 and the average individual income is $45,901. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

31,953

Total Population

35.7 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$45,901

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Lake Highlands, TX

Population Households Employment

Lake Highlands has 12,950 households, with an average household size of 2.45. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Lake Highlands do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 31,953 people call Lake Highlands home. The population density is 4,854.69 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

31,953

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

35.7

Median Age

47.76 / 52.24%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

12,950

Total Households

2.45

Average Household Size

$45,901

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Around Lake Highlands, TX

There's plenty to do around Lake Highlands, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

63

Somewhat Walkable

Walking Score

52

Bikeable

Bike Score

26

Some Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Le Caveau Vinotheque, White Rock Pet Food Delivery, and Starting Strength Dallas.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Le Caveau Vinotheque page on Yelp Search 718 N Buckner Blvd on Google Maps	Dining · $$	2.27 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the White Rock Pet Food Delivery page on Yelp Search 416 Kirkwood Dr on Google Maps	Dining · $$	1.64 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Starting Strength Dallas page on Yelp Search 6109 Greenville Ave on Google Maps	Active	3.75 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Energy 4 Life Fitness page on Yelp Search 7601 Churchill Way Dallas Texas on Google Maps	Active	4.85 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Amy Adams - The Dallas Swim Lady page on Yelp Search 9243 Church Rd on Google Maps	Active	1.51 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Emerald City Studio page on Yelp Search 7331 Gaston Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	4.72 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sunnyside Massage & Wellness page on Yelp Search 9100 N Central Expy on Google Maps	Beauty	3.57 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Misaotra Beauty Sanctuary page on Yelp Search 6465 East Mockingbird Ln on Google Maps	Beauty	3.76 miles	18 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the EpiCentre Skin Care & Laser Center page on Yelp Search 9101 N Central Expy on Google Maps	Beauty	3.7 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sweet Hair Space page on Yelp Search 9850 N Central Expy on Google Maps	Beauty	3.53 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Willow Creek Hair Designers page on Yelp Search 5622 Dyer St on Google Maps	Beauty	4.46 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Salon Savage Dallas page on Yelp Search 6465 East Mockingbird Ln on Google Maps	Beauty	3.79 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sun Revolution page on Yelp	Beauty	2.73 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Jessica Smith Hair Studio page on Yelp Search 9850 N Central Expy on Google Maps	Beauty	3.53 miles	13 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the D'Allure Medspa page on Yelp Search 12655 N Central Expy on Google Maps	Beauty	4.5 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Salon Culture page on Yelp Search 8185 Walnut Hill Ln on Google Maps	Beauty	3.37 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars

Schools in Lake Highlands, TX

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The following schools are within or nearby Lake Highlands. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Type

Name

Welcome to Lake Highlands

What to Expect

The Lifestyle

Unexpected Appeal

The Market

You'll Fall in Love With

Overview for Lake Highlands, TX

31,953

35.7 years

High

$45,901

Demographics and Employment Data for Lake Highlands, TX

31,953

High

35.7

47.76 / 52.24%

12,950

2.45

$45,901

Around Lake Highlands, TX

63

Somewhat Walkable

52

Bikeable

26

Some Transit

Points of Interest

Schools in Lake Highlands, TX

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Lake Highlands

Welcome to Lake Highlands

What to Expect

The Lifestyle

Unexpected Appeal

The Market

You'll Fall in Love With

Overview for Lake Highlands, TX

31,953

35.7 years

High

$45,901

Demographics and Employment Data for Lake Highlands, TX

31,953

High

35.7

47.76 / 52.24%

12,950

2.45

$45,901

Around Lake Highlands, TX

63

Somewhat Walkable

52

Bikeable

26

Some Transit

Points of Interest

Schools in Lake Highlands, TX

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