Is Oak Hills safe?
San Antonio, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Oak Hills as “Go”.
What makes up this score?Recent news
Gogo's take on Oak Hills
“Go. Oak Hills is a peaceful, established neighborhood with low violent crime rates and an upscale residential core. It is very safe for visitors, though standard precautions against vehicle property crime should be observed along the commercial perimeter.”
About the area
Located just south of the South Texas Medical Center, Oak Hills is defined by rolling mid-century estates and the historic Oak Hills Country Club. It offers a tranquil, tree-lined suburban enclave with convenient access to major San Antonio thoroughfares and healthcare hubs.
- Suburban
- Historic / Tree-Lined
- Quiet / Residential
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Oak Hills
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 40/100
Residential streets are calm for casual cycling, though dedicated bike lanes are limited on surrounding arterials; the Howard W. Peak Greenway network is accessible a short ride to the north.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to the San Antonio municipal average
- High household incomes and strong homeownership rates driven by healthcare and executive professionals
- Quiet, low-traffic residential streets with large wooded lots
Cons
- Periodic opportunistic property crime, especially vehicle break-ins along perimeter corridors
- Car-dependent environment with patchy sidewalk infrastructure in residential pockets
- Very few walkable commercial amenities within the residential interior
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the residential core, though occasional individuals or panhandlers may be observed near major bus stops along Fredericksburg Road.
What Oak Hills is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very peaceful and safe, with morning joggers, dog walkers, and light medical commuter traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet throughout the neighborhood interior, with steady commercial activity along outer avenues.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and residential; safe for evening strolls, though streetlights can be sparse on some cul-de-sacs.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low activity and very quiet; standard vehicle locking and situational awareness apply.
Transit, parking and getting around
VIA Metropolitan Transit services the perimeter with bus lines including Routes 522 and 603, connecting to the nearby Medical Center Transit Center hub.
Parking is exceptionally easy and free, with plentiful driveway and street parking in residential areas and large surface lots at local businesses.
Things to do in Oak Hills
- Play golf or attend private events at the prestigious Oak Hills Country Club
- Take a scenic architectural walk to view classic 1950s and 1960s custom mid-century homes
- Explore diverse international dining along adjacent Fredericksburg and Babcock corridors
Local favorites
- Oak Hills Country Club · Country Club & Golf Course · 4.6★ (395)Historic private country club featuring a championship golf course originally designed by A.W. Tillinghast.
- Pasha Mediterranean Grill · Mediterranean Restaurant · 4.6★ (6300)Acclaimed dining staple nearby serving large portions of kabobs, fresh flatbreads, and Mediterranean classics.
- Sichuan House · Chinese Restaurant · 4.5★ (1420)Celebrated regional spot famous for authentic spicy Sichuan specialties, hand-pulled noodles, and garlic pork tapas.
Neighborhoods near Oak Hills
Common questions about Oak Hills
Is Oak Hills safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Oak Hills a good place to live?
On safety, Oak Hills scores 80/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Oak Hills?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 40/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Oak Hills are safer?
Woods of Brookhollow (84) score higher nearby.
Add this score to your site
Writing about Oak Hills? Copy this code to show its live safety score on your blog or listing.