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Bacliff, TX

Bacliff is a census-designated place (CDP) in north-central Galveston County, Texas, United States, 16 miles (26 km) northwest of Galveston. The population was 8,619 at the 2010 census. Bacliff, originally called Clifton-by-the-Sea, began as a seaside resort town. Located on the western shore of Galveston Bay, Bacliff, along with San Leon and Bayview, are the largest unincorporated communities on the Galveston County mainland. The Bacliff CDP is home to the Kenneth E. Little Elementary School and Bayshore Park, created from land donated by Texas Genco.

Bacliff is a Census class code U5, a populated area located at 29° 30' 24" N, 94° 59' 31" W.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 2.7 square miles (7.0 km2), of which 2.5 square miles (6.6 km2) is land and 0.15 square miles (0.4 km2), or 5.85%, is water. Bacliff is east of League City, 3 miles (4.8 km) south of Kemah, 16 miles (26 km) northeast of Galveston, and 36 miles (58 km) southeast of Downtown Houston. Most of the area is along the Galveston Bay, east of Texas State Highway 146.

Bacliff was established in 1910 by local landowners G.C. Perkins and W.Y. Fuqua as Clifton-by-the Sea. The area was developed as a seaside weekend resort and included parks, hotels, summer homes, and a bathhouse and open-air pavilion built on a pier over the water. Telephone service came to Clifton-by-the-Sea in 1913, and Grand Avenue (FM 646) became the main street. Hurricanes, Galveston's recovery after the Hurricane of 1900, and rapid transportation diminished Clifton-by-the-Sea's popularity. The hurricane of 1915 destroyed many of the improvements to the area, but by 1924 the bathhouse and pavilion had been restored and summer residents returned to the community. A fire destroyed the pavilion in 1929 and it was rebuilt and hosted numerous summer concerts by both the Galveston and Houston orchestras. The hurricane of 1943 caused major damage to the area and the bathhouse and pavilion were not rebuilt.

During the 1980s, three measures to incorporate the Bacliff area failed by wide margins. In April 1985, residents of Bacliff, Bayview, and San Leon considered an incorporation proposal to become the City of Bayshore. Judge Ray Holbrook signed an order for the election to take place on April 6, 1985, freeing the area, which had a population of 11,000, from the extraterritorial jurisdiction of League City and Texas City. Residents rejected the incorporation proposal. The vote was tallied with 1,268 against and 399 in favor. Proponents wanted a local police force and the ability to pass ordinances. Opponents said that the tax base was too small to support municipal services including police and road and drainage improvements.

Bacliff's commitment to health is further reflected in its medical facilities, including the MyCHN Community Health Network, ensuring residents have access to essential healthcare services. The city also organizes health and wellness events to encourage healthy living among its residents. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Galveston Parks and Cultural Services. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. A popular option includes The Force Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Bacliff, such as the Bayside Regional Park, Carbide Park, and Desoto Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Bacliff, TX include Kemah Boardwalk, Escape Kemah, Bayshore Park, and Bare Fun In The Sun.
 

Population: 10,313 (2022). Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Area: 2.7 sq mi (7.0 km2). ZIP Code: 77518. Area code(s): 713. 

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Is Bacliff, TX a good place to live?

Living in Bacliff offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Bacliff, there are a lot of bars and restaurants. Many families live in Bacliff and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Bacliff are above average.

How safe is Bacliff, Texas?

The crime rate in Bacliff is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 27 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Bacliff is 1 in 36. Based on FBI crime data, Bacliff is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Texas, Bacliff has a crime rate that is higher than 87% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

What are the demographics of Bacliff, TX?

There are 10,567 residents in Bacliff, with a median age of 31.6. Of this, 48.69% are males and 51.31% are females. US-born citizens make up 80.26% of the resident pool in Bacliff, while non-US-born citizens account for 6.08%. Additionally, 13.67% of the population is represented by non-citizens.

Sources

Wikipedia 

The County of Galveston TX 

MyCHN Community Health Network

The Force Fitness

Bayside Regional Park

Carbide Park 

Desoto Park

Kemah Boardwalk 

Escape Kemah 

Bayshore Park 

Bare Fun In The Sun

Niche

Neighborhoodscout

Point 2 Homes

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