Is Bellingham Park safe?
Austin, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Bellingham Park as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Bellingham Park
“Go. Bellingham Park is a peaceful and family-oriented suburban neighborhood in Northeast Austin that experiences low rates of violent crime. While it offers little in the way of tourist attractions, it is a safe and tranquil home base for visitors staying with family or renting short-term accommodations.”
About the area
Bellingham Park is a quiet residential subdivision in Northeast Austin characterized by early-2000s brick single-family homes, manicured lawns, and cul-de-sacs. The neighborhood primarily functions as a commuter hub for professionals working in the nearby Parmer Lane tech corridor and downtown Austin.
- Quiet Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Residential Pocket
Walking and biking in Bellingham Park
Walk score: 22/100 · Bike score: 34/100
Neighborhood streets are quiet enough for leisure biking, and the nearby Copperfield Nature Trail offers off-street multi-use paths, though connecting arterials lack dedicated protected bike lanes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to Austin citywide averages
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes fostering a stable neighborhood environment
- Close proximity to major employer campuses along the Parmer Lane and Tech Ridge corridors
Cons
- Opportunistic property crime, such as vehicle break-ins and package theft, occurs periodically
- Complete lack of commercial dining or entertainment within walking distance
- High car dependency requiring a vehicle for virtually all daily errands
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within the interior residential streets, with transient individuals and panhandling occasionally seen only near major commercial intersections along Parmer Lane and Dessau Road.
What Bellingham Park is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents walking dogs, jogging, and heading out for work and school commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet with minimal vehicle traffic and a typical sleepy suburban atmosphere.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential as families return home and neighbors unwind in yards.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Dark and very quiet; streets are generally safe, though standard caution regarding unattended vehicles is recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
CapMetro serves the general vicinity with bus routes along major corridors like Dessau Road and Howard Lane, with the Tech Ridge Park & Ride located approximately three miles west providing express connections to downtown Austin.
Parking is exceptionally easy, with free and plentiful curb parking alongside private residential driveways and garages.
Things to do in Bellingham Park
- Walk or jog along the scenic paths of the nearby Copperfield Nature Trail
- Explore the shaded green spaces and playground at Katherine Fleischer Park
- Take a short drive to Pfluger Park for community events, disc golf, and creek trails
Local favorites
- Ken's Subs Such & More · Mexican / Deli · 4.4★ (1180)A legendary local standby on Dessau Road famous for oversized breakfast tacos, steak subs, and quick counter service.
- Taste of Ethiopia · Ethiopian Restaurant · 4.7★ (1450)A highly rated nearby eatery serving traditional Ethiopian stews, platters, and injera in an inviting setting.
- Casa Garcia's Mexican Restaurant · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.3★ (1820)A bustling neighborhood favorite offering classic Tex-Mex staples, fresh salsas, and margaritas.
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Common questions about Bellingham Park
Is Bellingham Park safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Bellingham Park a good place to live?
On safety, Bellingham Park scores 76/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Bellingham Park?
Walk score 22/100 and bike score 34/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Bellingham Park are safer?
Glencoe (85), Pioneer Crossing East (83), East Village (Austin) (79) score higher nearby.
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