Is Jollyville safe?
Austin, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Jollyville as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Jollyville
“Go. Jollyville is an established, peaceful suburban enclave in northwest Austin that offers very low violent crime rates and an overall safe environment for visitors and residents alike. While petty property crimes like vehicle break-ins happen in commercial parking lots, personal safety risks are minimal.”
About the area
Located along the tech corridor in northwest Austin near US-183, Jollyville is a leafy, mid-century suburban community characterized by residential subdivisions, apartment complexes, and strip-mall dining gems. It offers easy access to major employers, shopping centers like The Arboretum and The Domain, and quiet neighborhood parks.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Tree-Lined
- Tech Corridor
Walking and biking in Jollyville
Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 46/100
Dedicated bike lanes exist on parts of Jollyville Road, but the car-centric layout and high-speed multi-lane roads require caution; there is no dock-based bike-share program in this part of town.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than Austin and national averages
- Strong local economy with median household incomes exceeding $85,000 and low poverty rates
- Well-maintained suburban residential streets with mature oak trees and active neighborhood presence
- Close proximity to top healthcare facilities and tech employers along US-183
Cons
- Opportunistic vehicle break-ins occur periodically in apartment complexes and retail parking lots
- High traffic volume and speeding along major arterials like US-183 and Jollyville Road make pedestrian travel hazardous
- Sidewalk infrastructure is intermittent throughout several older residential streets
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the interior residential streets, though occasional panhandling or temporary camps occur near major highway intersections along US-183 and McNeil Road.
What Jollyville is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and busy with morning joggers, dog walkers, and commuters navigating quiet subdivision roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe across residential streets, with bustling retail and lunch traffic along major commercial corridors.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet in residential areas with families outdoors and neighborhood restaurants filling up safely.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic and generally quiet, though standard precautions against car burglary should be observed in open parking lots.
Transit, parking and getting around
CapMetro serves the area primarily via bus routes like Route 383 and Route 982 Express along US-183, with the nearest CapMetro Rail station located at Lakeline Station approximately 3 to 4 miles northwest.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the neighborhood, including spacious surface lots at shopping centers and easy curbside parking on residential streets.
Things to do in Jollyville
- Hike and picnic along the shaded trails of Springwoods Park
- Explore the local dining scene along Jollyville Road and Anderson Mill Road
- Play tennis, pickleball, or disc golf at nearby Balcones District Park
Local favorites
- Mouton's Southern Bistro · Southern / Cajun Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)A neighborhood favorite serving comforting Cajun and Southern classics in a relaxed dining room.
- Snooze, an A.M. Eatery · Breakfast & Brunch · 4.4★ (1600)Vibrant morning spot known for creative pancake flights and hearty eggs Benedict dishes.
- Pour House Pints & Pies · Pizza / Pub · 4.5★ (550)A cozy, dog-friendly pub offering craft beers, thin-crust pizza, and patio seating.
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Common questions about Jollyville
Is Jollyville safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Jollyville a good place to live?
On safety, Jollyville scores 84/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Jollyville?
Walk score 48/100 and bike score 46/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Jollyville are safer?
Rattan Creek (Austin) (89), Barrington Oaks (88), Hunter's Chase (86) score higher nearby.
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