Neighborhood in League City, Galveston County
Living in The Lakes in Bay Colony, League City
25th of 27areas in League City
Overall score 73 of 100 vs Texas neighborhoods
League City overall: A
The Lakes in Bay Colony is a neighborhood in League City, TX, home to about 1,600 people. It gets a B+, in the top 28% of Texas neighborhoods, and ranks 25th of 27 areas we score in League City. It does best on internet access and worst on getting around.
- Well connected
- Lots of parks
- Getting around scores low (17 of 100)
- Hurricane risk is very high
Closest everyday places
| Grocery store | 0.7 mi |
| Pharmacy | 0.3 mi |
| Park | 0.4 mi |
| Cafe | 1.0 mi |
| Restaurant | 0.3 mi |
| Gym | 0.8 mi |
| Hospital or urgent care | 0.3 mi |
| Childcare | 0.3 mi |
| Library | 3.1 mi |
Straight-line distance from the middle of where people live. Overture Maps.
- Population
- 1,570
- Median rent
- $2,080
- Median home value
- $304,000
- Household income
- $104,000
- Average commute
- 27 min
- Homes owned
- 85%
What it's like to live in The Lakes in Bay Colony
The Lakes in Bay Colony is a neighborhood in League City with about 1,600 residents, mostly newer homes (median year built 2008), mostly owner-occupied (85%) and 37% of households with children.
It grades B+ against every neighborhood in Texas and ranks 25th of 27 areas in League City, which grades A overall.
Pros of living in The Lakes in Bay Colony
- Well-rated schools nearby. 3 of the 3 closest public schools are rated A or B.
- Parks within walking distance. The closest park is about 0.4 miles away.
Cons of living in The Lakes in Bay Colony
- Pricier rent than the city. Median rent is $2,080, 24% higher than the League City median.
- Higher poverty. 18% of residents live below the poverty line, against 5.4% across League City.
- Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of hurricanes as very high in this part of town.
The Lakes in Bay Colony report card
Each grade compares The Lakes in Bay Colony with every neighborhood in Texas. Safety is not graded for single neighborhoods because police report crime for the whole city.
Cost of living: grade C-
Median rent $2,080, homes cost 2.9x income.
39 of 100 vs TX areasJobs and income: grade B
Median household income $104,000, 0% unemployed.
68 of 100 vs TX areasSchools: grade A-
Nearby schools average 88 of 100 on the state rating.
83 of 100 vs TX areasSafety: no grade
Citywide, 60 violent crimes per 100k, 1,072 property crimes per 100k.
No score vs TX areasErrands and things to do: grade C+
Most everyday stores and services within a mile of homes.
50 of 100 vs TX areasGetting around: grade D
Average commute 27 min, 10% work from home.
17 of 100 vs TX areasEducation levels: grade C
24% have a bachelor’s degree.
43 of 100 vs TX areasHealth: grade C
14% of adults uninsured.
41 of 100 vs TX areasHome ownership: grade A-
85% of homes owner-occupied.
87 of 100 vs TX areasInternet access: grade A
100% of homes have broadband.
91 of 100 vs TX areas
The Lakes in Bay Colony compared with League City
Better than League City
- Homes owned by the people living in them: 85%10 points higher than League City (75%)
- Vacant homes: 0%4 points lower than League City (4.4%)
- Unemployment rate: 0%4 points lower than League City (3.8%)
Worse than League City
- Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 24%23 points lower than League City (48%)
- People below the poverty line: 18%12 points higher than League City (5.4%)
- Median rent: $2,08024% higher than League City ($1,684)
Closest public schools
Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings. Check the attendance zone for any address with the district.
- ACalder Road ElementaryElementary, Dickinson ISD0.3 mi
- BVictory Lakes IntermediateMiddle, Clear Creek ISD1.4 mi
- AClear Springs High SchoolHigh, Clear Creek ISD3.9 mi
Cost of living in The Lakes in Bay Colony
Median rent in The Lakes in Bay Colony is $2,080 a month, 24% higher than the League City median. A household would need about $83,000 a year to keep that rent at 30% of income.
The median home is worth $304,000, 16% lower than the League City median, which means a monthly payment of about $2,268 with property tax at today's mortgage rates.
| Measure | Here | League City | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent24% higher than League City | $2,080 | $1,684 | $1,403 |
| Median home value16% lower than League City | $304,000 | $360,000 | $283,800 |
| Home value to incomeAbout the same as League City | 2.9x | 3.0x | 3.6x |
| Homes owned by the people living in them10 points higher than League City | 85% | 75% | 63% |
| Vacant homes4 points lower than League City | 0% | 4.4% | 9.4% |
| Median year homes were builtAbout the same as League City | 2008 | 2003 | 1992 |
Monthly cost to buy a median home
- Mortgage payment
- $1,664
- Property tax
- $604
- Median rent, for comparison
- $2,080
Based on a $304,000 home in The Lakes in Bay Colony, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median for the surrounding Census tract, or the county where that is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.
Work, income and getting around
| Measure | Here | League City | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income14% lower than League City | $104,000 | $121,099 | $78,476 |
| Unemployment rate4 points lower than League City | 0% | 3.8% | 5.3% |
| People below the poverty line12 points higher than League City | 18% | 5.4% | 14% |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher23 points lower than League City | 24% | 48% | 34% |
| Average commute9% lower than League City | 27 min | 30 min | 27 min |
| Workers who work from home5 points lower than League City | 10% | 15% | 14% |
| Workers who walk, bike or take transitAbout the same as League City | 0% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| Homes with broadband internet4 points higher than League City | 100% | 96% | 91% |
Natural hazard risk
FEMA National Risk Index for the Census tracts in this area.
- River floodingModerate
- Coastal floodingHigh
- HurricanesVery high
- TornadoesHigh
- HailLow
- Heat wavesLow
- WildfiresModerate
- Winter stormsVery low
- Strong windVery low
Who lives in The Lakes in Bay Colony
Race and ethnicity
Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.
Other neighborhoods in League City
- 1A+Siena
- 2A+Sedonia
- 3A+Roma
- 4A+Bayou Lakes
- 5A+Whispering Lakes Ranch
- 6A+BelterraMedian rent $3,500+
- 7AThe Enclave in Bay ColonyMedian rent $2,080
- 8AGianniMedian rent $2,790
Similar neighborhoods in other cities
Areas elsewhere in Texas with the closest mix of grades.
- B-La FronteraArlington
- B-Lake Port VillageGrand Prairie
- A-ShadowcreekThe Woodlands
Questions about The Lakes in Bay Colony
Is The Lakes in Bay Colony a good place to live?
The Lakes in Bay Colony is a neighborhood in League City, TX, home to about 1,600 people. It gets a B+, in the top 28% of Texas neighborhoods, and ranks 25th of 27 areas we score in League City. It does best on internet access and worst on getting around.
How much does it cost to live in The Lakes in Bay Colony?
Median rent in The Lakes in Bay Colony is $2,080 a month, 24% higher than the League City median. The median home is worth $304,000, 16% lower than the League City median. A median home costs 2.9x the median household income, compared with 3.0x across League City.
What schools serve The Lakes in Bay Colony?
The closest rated public schools are Calder Road Elementary (elementary, rated A), Victory Lakes Intermediate (middle, rated B) and Clear Springs High School (high, rated A). School zones can differ from the closest school, so check with the district.
This area is built from 1 Census block group closest to the The Lakes in Bay Colony name on the map, so its edges are approximate. Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency, FEMA National Risk Index, Overture Maps. How we grade.