Yes, Hyde Park is safe. There are working class blocks in Hyde Park, just like any section of any urban city, but nobody is going to pull you out of your mustang and jack your car. Violent crime is well below the state average, but just like any city there can be car break-ins or petty crime. There are some affluent blocks and homes in the area go for ~$700,000. 20+ years ago these neighborhoods were rougher than they are today, and some people are intimidated living around working class people or in diverse communities. Nice golf course, supermarket, good walkability, some good restaurants in the center there.