Is Autumn Creek safe?
Friendswood, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Autumn Creek as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Autumn Creek
“Go. Autumn Creek is an exceptionally safe, quiet, master-planned suburban community in Friendswood with virtually nonexistent violent crime. Visitors will find manicured streets, family-oriented neighborhood amenities, and zero safety concerns during day or night.”
About the area
Autumn Creek is a modern residential subdivision situated along FM 528 in the southern Houston metro area. The neighborhood consists primarily of well-maintained single-family homes, private community parks, and pocket lakes. It offers a tranquil suburban retreat with easy access to major commercial corridors nearby.
- Suburban Oasis
- Family-Friendly
- Master-Planned
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet
Walking and biking in Autumn Creek
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There are no public bike-share programs, but the neighborhood streets and sidewalk network provide a safe, low-stress environment for recreational cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are among the lowest in the Houston metropolitan area
- High median household incomes exceeding $120,000 with very high homeownership rates
- Well-lit, tranquil residential streets with active neighborhood watch presence
- Close proximity to top-tier Clear Creek and Friendswood ISD community amenities
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with minimal direct retail located inside the residential tract
- Occasional opportunistic vehicle burglaries if cars are left unlocked overnight
- Heavy commuter traffic along the bordering FM 528 thoroughfare during peak hours
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Autumn Creek or the surrounding suburban corridors of Friendswood.
What Autumn Creek is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with joggers, dog walkers, and parents seeing children off to school.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with standard suburban delivery traffic and low vehicle congestion within the subdivision.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Residents walking and cycling around neighborhood ponds, feeling completely relaxed and safe.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and silent with minimal street activity; exceptionally safe with negligible street crime.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is virtually nonexistent in this area; METRO services do not operate routes directly into Friendswood, requiring private vehicles or rideshare services for all travel.
Parking is completely free and effortless throughout the subdivision, with private driveways and ample unrestricted curbside street parking.
Things to do in Autumn Creek
- Stroll or jog along the scenic walking paths and green spaces around the neighborhood lakes
- Visit nearby 1776 Park along Clear Creek for woodland nature trails and birdwatching
- Spend an afternoon relaxing at Autumn Creek's community pool and playground area
Local favorites
- Niko's Grill & Cantina · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.5★ (1100)A popular local spot right along FM 528 serving generous portions of fajitas, enchiladas, and margaritas.
- Snooze Spot Friendswood · Cafe & Shaved Ice · 4.8★ (140)A cozy family-owned dessert and beverage parlor offering specialty drinks and refreshing treats.
- Dino's Subs · Sandwich Shop · 4.7★ (560)A long-standing local staple serving stacked deli sandwiches and fresh sub rolls.
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Common questions about Autumn Creek
Is Autumn Creek safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Autumn Creek a good place to live?
On safety, Autumn Creek scores 93/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Autumn Creek?
Walk score 18/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Autumn Creek are safer?
Autumn Creek scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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