Is Mathis-Arden safe?
Amarillo, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Mathis-Arden as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Mathis-Arden
“Go. Mathis-Arden is a quiet, well-established mid-century residential neighborhood in southwest Amarillo that maintains low violent crime rates. While it lacks major tourist landmarks, it is a safe, stable, and family-friendly part of town to visit or stay in.”
About the area
Mathis-Arden is an established suburban pocket characterized by mature trees, 1950s ranch-style homes, and stable residential streets. Bordered by active commercial corridors along Western Street and SW 34th Avenue, it offers convenient access to everyday retail and dining while maintaining a peaceful neighborhood atmosphere.
- Quiet Residential
- Mid-Century Suburb
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Mathis-Arden
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 44/100
There is no city bike-share program and no designated bike lanes in the neighborhood, though the low-traffic residential street grid is safe for casual cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates than citywide averages for Amarillo
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes ensuring well-kept properties
- Proximity to grocery stores, local dining, and parks along Western and Bell streets
Cons
- Periodic opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked vehicle break-ins
- Car-dependent street design with inconsistent sidewalk coverage in residential interior
- Minimal evening entertainment or walkable commercial destinations inside the neighborhood proper
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is very low in this residential area, with occasional individuals panhandling near major commercial intersections along Western Street.
What Mathis-Arden is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and pleasant as residents walk dogs and head to work along calm interior streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Safe and quiet, though vehicular traffic picks up along border avenues like Western Street and SW 34th.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued suburban atmosphere with safe conditions for neighborhood strolls before dark.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and dark with almost no pedestrian activity; standard precautions against vehicle theft are advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
Amarillo City Transit (ACT) operates bus routes along perimeter roads such as Western and Bell Street, but service frequency is low and Amarillo has no rail or BRT network.
Parking is exceptionally easy, with free and plentiful curbside parking on all residential streets and expansive free surface lots at neighboring shopping plazas.
Things to do in Mathis-Arden
- Relax or jog through nearby neighborhood green spaces like Austin Park or Paramount Park
- Browse local boutiques, gift shops, and antique stores along Western Street
- Sample regional Texas Panhandle dining and bakeries along SW 34th Avenue
Local favorites
- Girasol Cafe & Bakery · Bakery / Cafe · 4.6★ (750)Charming local bakery serving scratch-made pastries, artisan breads, and wholesome brunch favorites.
- Blue Sky Texas · Burger Joint · 4.6★ (2850)Beloved Panhandle eatery known for fresh-ground burgers, hand-cut fries, and Texas hospitality.
- Cask & Cork · New American Restaurant · 4.4★ (1120)Upscale yet approachable dining featuring a rooftop patio, wood-fired pizzas, and extensive wine selections.
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Common questions about Mathis-Arden
Is Mathis-Arden safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Mathis-Arden a good place to live?
On safety, Mathis-Arden scores 78/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Mathis-Arden?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 44/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Mathis-Arden are safer?
Woodstone (Amarillo) (83) score higher nearby.
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