Is Braunridge safe?
San Antonio, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Braunridge as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Braunridge
“Go. Braunridge is a safe, quiet suburban residential neighborhood in northwest San Antonio with low rates of violent crime and a family-oriented atmosphere. While visitors will need a vehicle to get around and should practice standard vehicle security, the area poses minimal safety concerns for travelers.”
About the area
Braunridge is an established suburban enclave located just inside Loop 1604 off Braun Road in Northwest San Antonio. The neighborhood features tree-lined streets of single-family homes built primarily in the 1980s and 1990s, with quick access to the retail corridors along Bandera Road.
- Suburban
- Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Braunridge
Walk score: 31/100 · Bike score: 36/100
There is no local municipal bike-share station in Braunridge, but cyclists have nearby access to paved trailheads along the Leon Creek Greenway connecting into San Antonio's Howard W. Peak Greenway Trails network.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than San Antonio citywide averages
- High rate of homeownership and stable middle-income household economics
- Quiet residential streets with minimal through-traffic
Cons
- Occasional property crimes and vehicular break-ins reported along nearby arterial roads
- Heavily car-dependent with minimal pedestrian infrastructure or sidewalks
- Lacks neighborhood nightlife, cultural attractions, or dense daytime activity
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually non-existent within the interior residential subdivisions, with only occasional individuals panhandling near major commercial intersections along Bandera Road and Loop 1604.
What Braunridge is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with residents walking dogs and light school commute traffic on neighborhood streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and residential, with moderate vehicular traffic picking up along Braun Road and Bandera Road.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and safe for neighborhood walks, though unlit street segments require basic situational awareness.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic and minimal street activity; general safety remains high, though standard vehicle locking precautions apply.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by VIA Metropolitan Transit, with bus routes such as Route 604 and Route 88 serving nearby thoroughfares like Braun Road and Bandera Road, though service frequency is limited.
Free and ample street parking is readily available throughout residential streets, and nearby commercial plazas offer large, free surface parking lots.
Things to do in Braunridge
- Visit nearby O.P. Schnabel Park for hiking, biking trails, and natural hill country scenery
- Browse local shopping centers and retail options along Bandera Road
- Enjoy family recreation and sports fields at the neighboring Northside Athletic Complex
Local favorites
- Tacos El Regio · Mexican Restaurant · 4.5★ (1120)Popular local spot serving authentic Monterrey-style street tacos, charro beans, and piratas.
- Kungfu Noodle · Chinese Restaurant · 4.6★ (1450)Acclaimed strip-mall destination known for freshly pulled handmade noodles and savory dumplings.
- Biff Buzby's Burgers · Hamburger Restaurant · 4.5★ (1820)Longtime local favorite serving hearty gourmet burgers, seasoned fries, and classic shakes.
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Common questions about Braunridge
Is Braunridge safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Braunridge a good place to live?
On safety, Braunridge scores 83/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Braunridge?
Walk score 31/100 and bike score 36/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Braunridge are safer?
Stonefield (86) score higher nearby.
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