FRISCO (KDAF) — Remember when kids could bike to the creek, disappear until dinner, and grow up with a little dirt under their nails? In an age of helicopter parenting and screen overload, many families are longing for places where childhood still feels like childhood.
We Buy Houses In Denver, a local home buyer company, surveyed 3,004 parents asking their opinions on where are the best towns to raise free-range kids. Think safe streets, community trust, backyard adventures, and a slower pace of life.
Texas parents’ top 3 choices were:
#1 FriscoOne of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S., Frisco offers big-city access with family-first planning. Master-planned communities, parks on every corner, and A+ schools mean kids can walk, ride, and roam safely. Parents working in tech, sports, or healthcare appreciate the job market, but what stands out is how easy it is to raise kids in a world built for them – not against them.
#2 New BraunfelsBetween Austin and San Antonio, New Braunfels has German roots, river culture, and a whole lot of kid-friendly energy. From floating the Comal to exploring Natural Bridge Caverns, kids here stay moving and muddy. The town’s family events, safe neighborhoods, and thriving local businesses make it a haven for parents who want both opportunity and a sense of play…