Is Lawndale (Amarillo) safe?
Amarillo, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Lawndale (Amarillo) as “Caution”.
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Gogo's take on Lawndale (Amarillo)
“Go with care. Lawndale is a modest, working-class residential neighborhood that offers little in the way of tourist attractions but is generally stable during daytime hours. Visitors should practice standard awareness regarding property crime and vehicle safety, especially along bordering commercial corridors.”
About the area
Situated in eastern Amarillo, Lawndale is an established mid-century neighborhood primarily composed of single-family ranch homes and local community parks. It has a quiet, working-class character that caters to local residents rather than destination travelers.
- Working-Class
- Quiet Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Mid-Century Suburb
Walking and biking in Lawndale (Amarillo)
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 44/100
There are no bike-share programs or dedicated bike lanes in Lawndale, though the flat street grid allows for casual neighborhood cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Relatively calm, low-speed interior residential streets with stable family households
- Close proximity to community green spaces such as Lawndale Park
- Significantly lower rates of violent crime compared to denser nightlife or commercial sectors
Cons
- Elevated rates of property crime and theft compared to Southwest Amarillo
- Below-average median household income with areas of visible deferred housing maintenance
- Very limited commercial, dining, or cultural amenities directly within neighborhood boundaries
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is generally not a factor inside the residential interior of Lawndale, though transient individuals are occasionally seen along nearby commercial thoroughfares like Amarillo Boulevard.
What Lawndale (Amarillo) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with local residents commuting to work and school buses running through the streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and uneventful, with standard neighborhood activity around parks and local roads.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Activity winds down quickly at dusk; residential roads are quiet with minimal foot traffic.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Streets are deserted and occasionally poorly lit, where standard vigilance against car break-ins is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
Amarillo City Transit (ACT) provides limited fixed-route bus service along bordering corridors like Grand Street and East 10th Avenue, but frequencies are low and the metro has no rail or BRT service.
Parking is exceptionally easy, with free and abundant curbside parking throughout the residential streets and free surface lots at all nearby businesses.
Things to do in Lawndale (Amarillo)
- Relax or jog around the open fields and playground at Lawndale Park
- Sample authentic Mexican cuisine and breakfast burritos at local spots along Grand Street
- Visit the nearby American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum located just south of the neighborhood
Local favorites
- Taqueria El Tapatio · Mexican Restaurant · 4.3★ (1150)A casual local staple known for traditional tacos, tortas, and hearty Mexican platters.
- Pancho's Burritos · Tex-Mex / Breakfast · 4.5★ (380)Popular quick-service eatery famous for fast morning breakfast burritos and salsa.
- El Manantial Restaurant · Latin American Restaurant · 4.4★ (460)Family-run diner serving flavorful regional dishes and generous combo plates.
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Common questions about Lawndale (Amarillo)
Is Lawndale (Amarillo) safe to walk at night?
Take care after dark: stick to lit main streets or take a ride.
Is Lawndale (Amarillo) a good place to live?
On safety, Lawndale (Amarillo) scores 60/100 — below average, so visit at different times of day before deciding to move.
How walkable is Lawndale (Amarillo)?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 44/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Lawndale (Amarillo) are safer?
Jons-Danner-Gilvin Estate (79), South Haven (74), Oakdale (Amarillo) (68) score higher nearby.
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