Is Bradford Pointe safe?
Austin, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Bradford Pointe as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Bradford Pointe
“Go. Bradford Pointe is a quiet, low-crime suburban neighborhood primarily composed of single-family residences. While it offers minimal tourist attractions or direct commercial hubs, it is a very safe and peaceful place for visitors staying in North Austin.”
About the area
Bradford Pointe is an established residential enclave located in North Austin near Wells Branch and Pflugerville. Featuring well-kept homes, cul-de-sacs, and manicured yards, it offers a serene neighborhood setting close to the North Austin tech corridor.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Residential Pocket
Walking and biking in Bradford Pointe
Walk score: 24/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There are no city bikeshare docks in this suburban area, but the quiet residential streets are easy to cycle, connecting north to the Wells Branch trail system.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to greater Austin citywide averages
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes resulting in well-maintained residential streets
- Close proximity to North Austin employment hubs, parks, and retail corridors along I-35 and SH-45
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with almost no commercial businesses located inside the neighborhood
- Occasional opportunistic vehicle burglaries typical of suburban subdivisions
- Limited street lighting on some interior residential cul-de-sacs at night
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within Bradford Pointe's interior residential streets, with encampments and panhandling largely confined to commercial intersections along major arterials like I-35.
What Bradford Pointe is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with light neighborhood traffic as residents commute and jog along the sidewalks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with minimal activity beyond standard residential deliveries and dog walkers.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Very safe and family-oriented, with residents taking evening strolls across well-kept streets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and secure, with virtually no foot traffic; standard precautions like locking parked cars are advisable.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit in this area is limited; CapMetro operates local bus route 243 along Wells Branch Parkway roughly a mile away, and the nearest CapMetro Rail station is Howard Station, located about 2.5 miles south.
Parking is abundant, hassle-free, and free on residential streets, with ample private driveway and garage parking across the subdivision.
Things to do in Bradford Pointe
- Explore the walking trails and historic homestead at nearby Katherine Fleischer Park
- Play a round at the Wells Branch Disc Golf Course and stroll around Mills Pond
- Visit local international markets and dining options along the nearby North Lamar and Parmer corridors
Local favorites
- Garbo's Fresh Maine Lobster · Seafood Restaurant · 4.6★ (1950)Popular local eatery serving fresh Maine lobster rolls, fresh oysters, and craft beers in a stylish space nearby.
- Branch BBQ & Catering · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.4★ (1250)Longtime neighborhood staple offering Texas-style brisket, ribs, sausage, and classic homestyle sides.
- First Cup Cafe · Coffee Shop · 4.7★ (380)Friendly community spot serving espresso drinks, cold brew, teas, and breakfast pastries.
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Common questions about Bradford Pointe
Is Bradford Pointe safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Bradford Pointe a good place to live?
On safety, Bradford Pointe scores 85/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Bradford Pointe?
Walk score 24/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Bradford Pointe are safer?
Bradford Pointe scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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