Is Highland Horizon safe?
Austin, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Highland Horizon as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Highland Horizon
“Go. Highland Horizon is an exceptionally safe, quiet suburban master-planned neighborhood located along the Northwest Austin and Round Rock boundary. It offers peaceful residential streets and excellent community amenities with virtually no violent crime concerns.”
About the area
Highland Horizon is a master-planned community featuring modern single-family homes, manicured lawns, and community green spaces. It primarily caters to families and tech professionals working in the nearby Northwest Austin tech corridor. While purely residential and car-dependent, it provides a very tranquil, secure environment for visitors.
- Quiet Suburb
- Family-Friendly
- Master-Planned
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Highland Horizon
Walk score: 24/100 · Bike score: 38/100
No city bike-share stations are available, but the neighborhood features dedicated bike lanes and connects smoothly to the regional Brushy Creek Trail system.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are near zero and property crime is substantially below regional averages.
- High median household incomes exceeding $140,000 and robust homeownership rates create strong neighborhood stability.
- Well-maintained private parks, community pool, and direct access to regional trail systems.
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with virtually no commercial dining or retail within internal walking distance.
- Proximity to major arterial roads (SH 45 and RR 620) creates rush-hour traffic congestion nearby.
- Isolated suburban layout offers minimal nightlife or cultural attractions for tourists.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within Highland Horizon's residential core, with rare panhandling observed only at major commercial intersections along Ranch Road 620 and SH 45.
What Highland Horizon is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with joggers, dog walkers, and parents walking children to local bus stops.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and tranquil with light residential traffic and well-monitored neighborhood streets.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and family-oriented as residents return home and utilize community parks and walking paths.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet with minimal activity; streets are well-lit and personal safety remains very high.
Transit, parking and getting around
CapMetro and Round Rock Transit do not offer direct service within the neighborhood interior; the nearest CapMetro Rail station is Lakeline Station, approximately 4 miles west by car.
Parking is abundant and free, with ample private driveway space and unrestricted residential street parking throughout the subdivision.
Things to do in Highland Horizon
- Walk or jog the scenic neighborhood trails connecting to the nearby Brushy Creek Regional Trail corridor.
- Relax or picnic at the private Highland Horizon Community Park and playground.
- Explore the nearby Williamson County Regional Park for sports facilities, splash pads, and nature trails.
Local favorites
- Jack Allen's Kitchen Round Rock · American Restaurant · 4.7★ (3250)A popular neighborhood spot just minutes away serving upscale Southern comfort food and Texas craft cocktails.
- Interstellar BBQ · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.7★ (1820)Nationally acclaimed Texas barbecue joint located a short drive south on Ranch Road 620.
- Summer Moon Coffee · Coffee Shop · 4.6★ (840)Local favorite wood-fired coffee shop known for signature sweet oak-roasted espresso drinks.
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Common questions about Highland Horizon
Is Highland Horizon safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Highland Horizon a good place to live?
On safety, Highland Horizon scores 91/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Highland Horizon?
Walk score 24/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Highland Horizon are safer?
Highland Horizon scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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