Is Maple Terrace safe?
Spring, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Maple Terrace as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Maple Terrace
“Go with care. Maple Terrace is a quiet, predominantly residential suburban area with generally low levels of violent crime. Visitors will find it safe during normal daytime hours, though standard suburban awareness regarding vehicle security is advised.”
About the area
Maple Terrace is an established suburban neighborhood in Spring, Texas, characterized by mid-to-late 20th-century single-family homes and mature landscaping. It offers a calm residential atmosphere with quick vehicular access to North Houston retail centers, dining hubs, and regional park systems.
- Suburban
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet Residential
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Maple Terrace
Walk score: 22/100 · Bike score: 34/100
There is no bike-share program and on-street bike lanes are largely absent, though the Spring Creek Greenway and nearby county parks offer paved multi-use trails accessible by car.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Suburban residential setting with low violent crime rates relative to the greater Houston metro
- High rates of established homeownership and low residential vacancy
- Convenient driving access to regional parks, dining, and major highway corridors
Cons
- Susceptible to property crimes, particularly vehicle burglaries and theft from yards
- Virtually zero pedestrian infrastructure with limited sidewalks and street lighting
- Entirely car-dependent with virtually no walkable amenities within the subdivision
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is negligible within the residential subdivision itself, with occasional individuals or panhandling limited to busy commercial intersections along FM 1960 and I-45.
What Maple Terrace is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents heading to work and walking pets along neighborhood streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with minimal local traffic, feeling safe for general outdoor activity.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued as daylight fades; residential streets remain safe, though sidewalk absence requires care.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and deserted; pedestrian activity is rare and personal vigilance is recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is virtually non-existent directly inside Maple Terrace; Houston METRO operates express Park & Ride services along the I-45 corridor several miles away, but daily local trips require a vehicle.
Parking is abundant and free, consisting of residential driveways, open street parking where permitted, and large surface lots at adjacent commercial centers.
Things to do in Maple Terrace
- Browse the boutiques, antique shops, and bakeries in nearby historic Old Town Spring
- Walk, jog, or picnic along the paved greenway trails at Collins Park
- Engage in outdoor sports, disc golf, or fishing at the sprawling Meyer Park
Local favorites
- Wunsche Bros. Cafe & Saloon · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (2150)Historic Spring institution serving Texas comfort foods, burgers, and craft cocktails in a storied 1902 building.
- Adriatic Cafe Italian Grill · Italian Restaurant · 4.7★ (2890)Family-run local favorite offering hearty pasta dishes, calzones, and fresh garlic rolls.
- Cork Cafe Wine & Beer · Wine Bar · 4.6★ (320)Relaxed neighborhood wine lounge with curated flights, craft beers, and charcuterie boards.
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Common questions about Maple Terrace
Is Maple Terrace safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Maple Terrace a good place to live?
On safety, Maple Terrace scores 74/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Maple Terrace?
Walk score 22/100 and bike score 34/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Maple Terrace are safer?
Cypresswood Lake (Spring) (80), Cypresswood Lake (80), Villages of Spring Oaks (76) score higher nearby.
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