Is Georgian Acres safe?
Austin, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Georgian Acres as “Caution”.
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Gogo's take on Georgian Acres
“Go with care. Georgian Acres is an older working-class North Austin neighborhood with excellent authentic culinary gems, but it struggles with above-average rates of property crime and street-level disturbances along its major commercial corridors.”
About the area
Georgian Acres is a predominantly residential and commercial district in North Austin bordered by major thoroughfares including I-35 and North Lamar. While interior residential streets are generally quiet, the periphery experiences elevated crime and traffic congestion.
- Working-Class
- Car-Dependent
- Culinary Gems
- Urban Fringe
Walking and biking in Georgian Acres
Walk score: 58/100 · Bike score: 52/100
Dedicated bike lanes are sporadic on major connectors, and direct access to protected multi-use paths like the Northern Walnut Creek Trail requires navigating heavy arterial roadways.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Vibrant and authentic international dining options along North Lamar Boulevard
- Close proximity to major highways offering fast transit to The Domain and Central Austin
- Active neighborhood associations working on infrastructure and community revitalization
- Lower living and dining costs compared to central Austin neighborhoods
Cons
- Above-average rates of vehicle burglary and property theft compared to Austin city medians
- Higher poverty rate and lower median household income relative to Travis County averages
- Pedestrian infrastructure lacks continuous sidewalks along several interior cut-through streets
- Frequent illicit activity and loitering concentrated near motel corridors along I-35
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is prevalent primarily along the I-35 access roads, near underpasses, and around vacant commercial parcels, with less visibility within the interior residential blocks.
What Georgian Acres is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Active with residents commuting and local trades opening up; generally safe for walking near main residential roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy commercial traffic along the borders with a bustling daytime feel around markets and restaurants.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Activity concentrates around food trucks and dining spots, though situational awareness is advised along major avenues.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Noticeably quiet in the interior but heightened risk of property crime and opportunistic incidents along highway service roads.
Transit, parking and getting around
CapMetro serves the area with frequent bus routes along North Lamar and Cameron Road (such as Route 801 and Route 7), connecting to downtown Austin; the nearest CapMetro Rail station is Crestview, roughly 2 miles southwest.
Street parking is largely free and plentiful on residential roads, with ample free surface parking lots available at local strip malls and business plazas.
Things to do in Georgian Acres
- Sample authentic regional tacos and street foods along North Lamar Boulevard
- Visit nearby Brownie Neighborhood Park for open green space and local walking paths
- Shop for international specialty groceries and household items at local neighborhood markets
Local favorites
- Taqueria Guadalajara · Mexican Restaurant · 4.3★ (1150)Longtime local spot serving hearty traditional Mexican platters, breakfast tacos, and handmade tortillas.
- La Michoacana Meat Market · Grocery Store & Taqueria · 4.1★ (520)Full-service Latin grocery featuring an in-house carniceria, bakery, and prepared hot food counter.
- Tacos El Charly · Taco Stand · 4.6★ (1400)Renowned late-night food trailer famous for authentic Mexico City-style suadero and pastor tacos.
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Common questions about Georgian Acres
Is Georgian Acres safe to walk at night?
Take care after dark: stick to lit main streets or take a ride.
Is Georgian Acres a good place to live?
On safety, Georgian Acres scores 54/100 — below average, so visit at different times of day before deciding to move.
How walkable is Georgian Acres?
Walk score 58/100 and bike score 52/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Georgian Acres are safer?
Holiday Square (75), North Austin Civic Association (61), The Palms on Lamar (60) score higher nearby.
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