Is Bent Tree safe?
San Antonio, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Bent Tree as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Bent Tree
“Go. Bent Tree is a quiet, well-established suburban neighborhood in northwest San Antonio with low rates of violent crime. Visitors will find a peaceful residential enclave close to major shopping corridors, though standard precautions against opportunistic vehicle burglary apply.”
About the area
Bent Tree is a mature residential community characterized by quiet cul-de-sacs, mature oak trees, and single-family brick homes. Situated in San Antonio's Northwest side, it offers convenient proximity to UTSA, the South Texas Medical Center, and regional parks.
- Suburban Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Bent Tree
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 34/100
Interior streets lack dedicated bike lanes, but the neighborhood offers quick access to the Leon Creek Greenway paved trail system; bike-share stations are not available here.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low rate of violent crime well below San Antonio municipal averages
- Strong neighborhood stability with high homeownership rates and solid median incomes
- Peaceful, low-traffic residential streets shaded by mature tree canopies
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent layout requiring driving for all dining and retail needs
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins along arterial borders
- Intermittent sidewalk coverage and dim street lighting on some residential cul-de-sacs
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within the residential streets of Bent Tree. Panhandling is only occasionally seen at major regional intersections further along commercial thoroughfares.
What Bent Tree is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging and walking dogs along quiet neighborhood streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very low traffic and exceptionally calm with safe conditions for walking.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Tranquil and safe for evening strolls, though lighting can be limited in certain pockets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and safe, though standard awareness is advised due to darker street corridors.
Transit, parking and getting around
VIA Metropolitan Transit operates bus routes along peripheral arterials like Babcock and De Zavala, but interior neighborhood streets have no transit access and San Antonio does not operate a rail network.
Free and ample street parking is available across all residential roads, and nearby commercial plazas provide large, free surface parking lots.
Things to do in Bent Tree
- Take a nature walk or jog along the paved multi-use paths at nearby O.P. Schnabel Park.
- Cycle along the scenic Leon Creek Greenway system accessible within minutes.
- Explore the local dining and shopping plazas along neighboring Babcock and De Zavala corridors.
Local favorites
- Tiu Steppi's Osteria · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (1120)Cozy neighborhood spot serving wood-fired pizzas, housemade pastas, and Italian classics.
- Taqueria Datapoint · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (2240)Casual local staple famous for street tacos, tortas, and authentic salsa selections.
- Mad Pecker Brewing · Brewpub · 4.6★ (860)Lively craft brewery and pub offering small-batch beers, specialty burgers, and patio seating.
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Common questions about Bent Tree
Is Bent Tree safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Bent Tree a good place to live?
On safety, Bent Tree scores 81/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Bent Tree?
Walk score 28/100 and bike score 34/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Bent Tree are safer?
Terra Bella (91), The Hills of Sonterra (91), The Overlook in Stone Oak (88) score higher nearby.
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