Is Marty Robbins North safe?
El Paso, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Marty Robbins North as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Marty Robbins North
“Go. Marty Robbins North is a peaceful, well-established residential neighborhood in East El Paso with violent crime rates well below national averages. It is safe for visitors, whether staying with family, booking a short-term rental, or exploring local border dining along the commercial fringes.”
About the area
Marty Robbins North is a quintessential Eastside El Paso suburban neighborhood filled with single-story brick homes, quiet residential loops, and neighborhood parks. While mostly residential and car-oriented, it provides reliable safety and easy access to neighborhood Mexican restaurants and everyday conveniences.
- Family-Friendly
- Suburban
- Quiet / Residential
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Marty Robbins North
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 48/100
There are no municipal bike-share stations in the neighborhood, and dedicated bike lanes on major arterials are limited, but interior residential streets are wide, flat, and generally comfortable for casual cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than national and Texas metropolitan benchmarks
- High rate of homeownership and stable, well-maintained housing stock
- Low vacancy rates and a strong sense of long-term community cohesion
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins near major thoroughfares
- Auto-centric layout with wide arterials that can be hazardous for pedestrians
- Limited tourist infrastructure and lack of dedicated entertainment venues
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in Marty Robbins North. Encampments are non-existent in the residential core, with only infrequent panhandling occasionally observed near major shopping center intersections on Montwood Drive.
What Marty Robbins North is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very safe and quiet, with neighborhood residents walking dogs and school-related morning traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential atmosphere with standard traffic flow around neighborhood shopping centers and parks.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Relaxed and safe, with families at local parks and steady patronage at neighborhood restaurants.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely peaceful and low-risk, though streets are dimly lit and standard suburban precautions for parked cars are advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
Sun Metro provides service to the area via local bus routes (such as Routes 51, 52, and 72) along perimeter corridors like Montwood and Trawood, though headways are infrequent and there is no direct rail or BRT connection.
Parking is exceptionally easy and free, with plentiful residential street parking and spacious surface lots at all commercial plazas.
Things to do in Marty Robbins North
- Walk, jog, or play sports at Marty Robbins Park and Recreation Center
- Sample authentic local tacos and border cuisine along Montwood Drive
- Take a family afternoon break at nearby Salvador Rivas Jr. Park
Local favorites
- Crave Kitchen & Bar - Eastside · American Restaurant · 4.3★ (1850)Popular local modern diner serving craft burgers, upscale comfort food, and weekend brunch.
- Tacos Chinampa · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (1200)Casual Eastside favorite known for authentic charcoal-grilled arrachera tacos and fresh salsas.
- Rib Hut East · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.4★ (1600)Longstanding El Paso institution offering smoked ribs, brisket, and casual indoor and patio seating.
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Common questions about Marty Robbins North
Is Marty Robbins North safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Marty Robbins North a good place to live?
On safety, Marty Robbins North scores 83/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Marty Robbins North?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 48/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Marty Robbins North are safer?
Quail Run (El Paso) (85), O'Shea Keleher (85), Vista Hills (85) score higher nearby.
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