Is Post Oak Manor safe?
Houston, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Post Oak Manor as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Post Oak Manor
“Go. Post Oak Manor is a stable, quiet residential subdivision in Southwest Houston that is generally very safe for visitors. While major commercial arterials bordering the area experience typical urban property crimes, the interior neighborhood boasts low violent crime and an active homeowner community.”
About the area
Post Oak Manor is an established mid-century neighborhood located just south of the 610 Loop in Southwest Houston. Defined by mature trees, single-family ranch homes, and manicured yards, it offers a peaceful residential feel while maintaining easy driving access to the Texas Medical Center and Meyerland.
- Quiet Residential
- Mid-Century Suburb
- Car-Dependent
- Tree-Lined Streets
Walking and biking in Post Oak Manor
Walk score: 34/100 · Bike score: 46/100
There are no protected bike lanes inside the subdivision, but residential streets have low speed limits, and the Willow Waterhole Greenway trail network is easily accessible just south.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low violent crime rates within the interior residential streets
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes fostering neighborhood stability
- Convenient driving access to Loop 610, the Texas Medical Center, and NRG Stadium
- Above-average household incomes and low residential vacancy
Cons
- Opportunistic vehicle break-ins and property crimes near perimeter corridors
- Completely car-dependent with virtually no walk-to retail inside the neighborhood
- Localized drainage and street flooding risks during severe tropical weather events
Homelessness: Homelessness is not a notable presence within the residential streets of Post Oak Manor, though occasional individuals or panhandlers can be seen near commercial strip centers along South Post Oak Road and West Bellfort Avenue.
What Post Oak Manor is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and pleasant, with residents walking dogs and joggers navigating the quiet interior streets safely.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Low-traffic and relaxed suburban vibe with delivery trucks and minimal pedestrian activity.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and safe for neighborhood walks, though street lighting can be somewhat dim on certain blocks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet and deserted; violent incidents are rare, but standard precautions against car break-ins are recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by METRO Houston, with bus Route 8 running along South Post Oak Road and Route 14 nearby. The nearest rail connection is the METRORail Red Line at Fannin South Station, located about 4 miles east.
Parking is exceptionally easy, with free and unrestricted curbside parking throughout the residential blocks and private driveways for every home.
Things to do in Post Oak Manor
- Take a scenic nature walk or birdwatch around the nearby Willow Waterhole Greenway
- Explore the extensive shopping and dining options at adjacent Meyerland Plaza
- Enjoy a relaxed morning jog through the quiet, shaded mid-century residential streets
Local favorites
- Pappas Bar-B-Q · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.2★ (1850)Long-running Texas chain outpost serving pit-smoked brisket, ribs, and homestyle sides.
- Lotus Seafood · Seafood Restaurant · 4.3★ (3600)Popular local counter-serve spot famous for Cajun-spiced boiled seafood and crack sauce.
- Cafe Piquet · Cuban Restaurant · 4.6★ (2250)Celebrated neighborhood favorite nearby serving traditional ropa vieja, plantains, and Cuban coffee.
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Common questions about Post Oak Manor
Is Post Oak Manor safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Post Oak Manor a good place to live?
On safety, Post Oak Manor scores 78/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Post Oak Manor?
Walk score 34/100 and bike score 46/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Post Oak Manor are safer?
Willow Meadows (81) score higher nearby.
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