Is Maple Run safe?
Austin, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Maple Run as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Maple Run
“Go. Maple Run is a quiet, well-maintained residential neighborhood in South Austin that is very safe for visitors and residents alike. While there is little dedicated tourist infrastructure within the subdivision itself, violent crime is exceptionally rare and the area poses virtually no safety hazards beyond occasional vehicle burglary.”
About the area
Maple Run is an established suburban community in Southwest Austin characterized by single-family homes, mature trees, and cul-de-sacs. Positioned near major corridors like MoPac (Loop 1) and Brodie Lane, it offers peaceful residential living with convenient driving access to shopping, dining, and green spaces.
- Quiet Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Maple Run
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 42/100
There is no CapMetro bikeshare station in the neighborhood, but cyclists can access neighborhood-friendly routes connecting to the Stephenson Nature Preserve and the regional Violet Crown Trail network.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to Austin citywide averages
- High rate of homeownership and well-maintained single-family properties
- Solid economic profile with median household incomes exceeding $100,000 and low poverty
- Proximity to major greenbelts, neighborhood parks, and Hill Country retail hubs
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins along residential curbs
- Almost entirely car-dependent with minimal internal commercial amenities
- Spillover traffic congestion during peak hours along major bordering thoroughfares like MoPac and Davis Lane
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a significant presence within Maple Run's residential streets. Minor panhandling or transient activity is occasionally observed further out near commercial intersections along Brodie Lane and William Cannon Drive.
What Maple Run is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, joggers, and parents walking children through quiet residential streets with complete safety.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and family-oriented with light suburban traffic and people doing yard work or visiting neighborhood parks.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and tranquil as commuters return home, remaining very safe for evening strolls under residential streetlights.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and dark with virtually no pedestrian activity; safe overall, though visitors should lock parked cars and secure belongings.
Transit, parking and getting around
CapMetro serves the broader area primarily via feeder bus routes along Brodie Lane and William Cannon Drive, though internal service through Maple Run is minimal. Austin's CapMetro Rail does not extend to South Austin, making personal vehicles or rideshares essential.
Parking is completely hassle-free with ample, free residential curbside parking and large, complimentary parking lots at all adjacent shopping centers.
Things to do in Maple Run
- Explore the walking paths, playground, and quiet green space at Stephenson Nature Preserve
- Hike and bike the nearby Violet Crown Trail trailhead accessible off Highway 290 and MoPac
- Spend a relaxing afternoon browsing plants and outdoor goods at nearby Natural Gardener
Local favorites
- Via 313 Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.6★ (1650)Renowned local outpost serving authentic Detroit-style thick-crust square pies and cocktails just off Brodie Lane.
- Radio Coffee & Beer (South Manchaca nearby) · Cafe & Beer Garden · 4.7★ (3200)Beloved neighborhood gathering spot offering specialty espresso, craft beer, food trucks, and live music.
- Texican Cafe · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.3★ (1400)Longstanding, casual neighborhood eatery serving classic El Paso-style Tex-Mex, enchiladas, and strong margaritas.
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Common questions about Maple Run
Is Maple Run safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Maple Run a good place to live?
On safety, Maple Run scores 87/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Maple Run?
Walk score 28/100 and bike score 42/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Maple Run are safer?
Deer Haven (88), Beckett Meadows (88) score higher nearby.
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