Is Estates of Brentwood safe?
Austin, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Estates of Brentwood as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Estates of Brentwood
“Go. Estates of Brentwood is a peaceful, established residential pocket in North-Central Austin that offers excellent safety and quiet tree-lined streets. Violent crime is extremely rare here, with risks mostly limited to occasional opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins. Visitors will find a relaxed, family-oriented neighborhood with easy access to bustling local corridors.”
About the area
Estates of Brentwood is a charming North-Central Austin enclave adjacent to the broader Brentwood and Crestview neighborhoods. Characterized by well-kept mid-century ranch homes, modern infill, and mature trees, it provides a quiet suburban ambiance just minutes from popular dining along Burnet Road and North Lamar. It is predominantly residential with strong community involvement and safe surroundings.
- Quiet Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Mid-Century Charm
Walking and biking in Estates of Brentwood
Walk score: 58/100 · Bike score: 76/100
The area is very bikeable via flat, low-stress neighborhood roads and connects easily to Arroyo Seco and the North Lamar bike corridors, though CapMetro bike-share stations are limited.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are well below both national and citywide Austin averages
- High median household incomes and stable, well-maintained single-family homeownership
- Quiet residential streets with minimal cut-through traffic
- Close proximity to vibrant local dining and retail along Burnet Road and Anderson Lane
Cons
- Occasional property crimes such as unlocked vehicle prowls or package theft
- Limited commercial activity directly inside the subdivision requiring travel to peripheral corridors
- Some streets lack continuous sidewalk networks
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually nonexistent within the interior residential streets, though occasional individuals or encampments may be seen along major perimeter corridors like North Lamar Boulevard or US-183.
What Estates of Brentwood is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, joggers, and school commutes under ample shade.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe with light local traffic and neighbors out in their front yards.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Pleasant and quiet as residents return home and take evening strolls.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and quiet; streets remain safe, though standard caution regarding unlit stretches is advisable.
Transit, parking and getting around
CapMetro serves the perimeter with bus routes along Burnet Road and North Lamar Boulevard (such as Route 803 and Route 3), while the Crestview CapMetro Rail station is roughly 1 to 1.5 miles away.
Street parking is free, abundant, and straightforward throughout the residential streets, with ample dedicated surface lots at nearby businesses.
Things to do in Estates of Brentwood
- Relax, jog, or play tennis at the nearby Brentwood Neighborhood Park
- Browse local boutiques, retro home stores, and bakeries along Burnet Road
- Grab coffee and picnic under the shade trees at Arroyo Seco green spaces
Local favorites
- Little Deli & Pizzeria · Pizza / Deli · 4.7★ (1650)Beloved neighborhood gem serving classic New Jersey-style thin-crust pizza and hot specialty subs.
- Picnik Burnet · New American Restaurant · 4.5★ (1420)Popular eatery offering gluten-free comfort food, butter coffees, and craft cocktails nearby.
- Barley Swine · Fine Dining · 4.7★ (1280)Acclaimed farm-to-table destination nearby featuring innovative multi-course tasting menus.
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Common questions about Estates of Brentwood
Is Estates of Brentwood safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Estates of Brentwood a good place to live?
On safety, Estates of Brentwood scores 88/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Estates of Brentwood?
Walk score 58/100 and bike score 76/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Estates of Brentwood are safer?
Estates of Brentwood scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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