Is Berdoll Farms (Austin) safe?
Austin, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Berdoll Farms (Austin) as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Berdoll Farms (Austin)
“Go. Berdoll Farms is a quiet, established master-planned suburban community in Southeast Austin that is generally very safe for visitors. While there is little in the way of tourist attractions, violent crime is low and safety concerns are primarily restricted to routine suburban property issues like unlocked vehicle break-ins.”
About the area
Berdoll Farms is a modern residential subdivision situated in far southeast Austin near Del Valle and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Built predominantly in the 2000s, the neighborhood features quiet cul-de-sacs, single-family homes, and community green spaces. It serves primarily as a tranquil bedroom community for commuters working in Austin's core or the nearby airport and industrial corridors.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Berdoll Farms (Austin)
Walk score: 22/100 · Bike score: 31/100
There are no CapMetro Bikeshare stations or direct connections to Austin's urban trail network, though internal residential streets are wide enough for casual cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low violent crime rates relative to the broader Austin metropolitan area
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes supporting community cohesion
- Well-maintained internal sidewalks, neighborhood parks, and community amenities
- Close highway access to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and Circuit of the Americas
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as theft from motor vehicles
- Lack of commercial amenities within walking distance inside the subdivision
- Intermittent aircraft noise due to proximity to the airport flight path
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within Berdoll Farms. Any occasional encampments or roadside panhandling in the area tend to be concentrated farther away along major commercial corridors like SH 71 and US 183.
What Berdoll Farms (Austin) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents walking dogs, jogging, and commuting out of the neighborhood.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and residential with light local traffic and families using the neighborhood parks and playgrounds.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and comfortable as residents return home, remaining safe for walks along neighborhood streets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low activity with dark, quiet streets; safe overall, though standard suburban awareness for property crime is recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is very limited; CapMetro operates nearby connector routes like Route 271 along Pearce Lane, but there is no rail or high-frequency transit within the neighborhood.
Parking is completely free and widely available on residential curbs throughout the subdivision with no metered zones or garage fees.
Things to do in Berdoll Farms (Austin)
- Walk or jog along the perimeter greenbelts and trails around the Berdoll Farms Neighborhood Park.
- Relax or swim at the Berdoll Farms Amenity Center and community pool during open season.
- Take a short drive east to Southeast Metropolitan Park for extensive hiking trails, fishing ponds, and athletic fields.
Local favorites
- Live Oak Brewing Company · Brewery & Biergarten · 4.7★ (1150)Acclaimed craft brewery set under shaded live oaks offering traditional German-style lagers and a disc golf course.
- JD's Market · Mexican Deli & Grocery · 4.3★ (360)Essential neighborhood stop featuring an in-house carniceria, fresh produce, and a popular hot taqueria counter.
- Tacos El Charly · Mexican Food Truck · 4.6★ (210)Local roadside trailer known for generously portioned pastor tacos, quesadillas, and homemade salsas.
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Common questions about Berdoll Farms (Austin)
Is Berdoll Farms (Austin) safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Berdoll Farms (Austin) a good place to live?
On safety, Berdoll Farms (Austin) scores 75/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Berdoll Farms (Austin)?
Walk score 22/100 and bike score 31/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Berdoll Farms (Austin) are safer?
Berdoll Farms (80), Stoney Ridge North (Austin) (80), Stoney Ridge North (78) score higher nearby.
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