Is Preston Village safe?
Austin, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Preston Village as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Preston Village
“Go. Preston Village is a quiet, family-oriented suburban neighborhood in North Austin that offers a secure and peaceful environment. Visitors will find very low violent crime rates and well-kept residential streets, though having a car is essential to explore nearby attractions and dining.”
About the area
Located in North Austin near the tech corridor, Preston Village features modern single-family subdivisions and apartment communities built mostly in the 2000s. It provides easy access to major employers along MoPac and Parmer Lane, catering to professionals and young families.
- Suburban Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Modern Subdivision
Walking and biking in Preston Village
Walk score: 32/100 · Bike score: 41/100
No city bike-share stations are available in the neighborhood; biking is best suited for quiet neighborhood streets as major surrounding corridors like Parmer Lane lack dedicated bike protection.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Very low violent crime rate compared to city and national averages
- Strong local economy with median household incomes exceeding $90,000
- Well-maintained modern housing stock and active neighborhood associations
- Proximity to major North Austin tech employers and commuter arteries
Cons
- Occasional property crimes such as opportunistic vehicle break-ins
- Highly car-dependent with minimal walkable retail inside the neighborhood
- Heavy commuter traffic on surrounding thoroughfares like Parmer Lane and MoPac
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within the residential interior, though occasional unhoused individuals may be seen near major commercial intersections along Parmer Lane and Interstate 35.
What Preston Village is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, joggers, and school-bound traffic along residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential atmosphere with minimal foot traffic and light local vehicle movement.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet suburban environment where residents walk pets and gather in cul-de-sacs with high perceived safety.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and tranquil with minimal street activity; generally very safe, though standard suburban vigilance applies.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is managed by CapMetro, but internal neighborhood bus service is limited; the CapMetro Rail Howard Station is roughly a 5-to-10 minute drive away, offering commuter train access into Downtown Austin.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with generous residential driveway, garage, and free curbside street parking throughout the subdivisions.
Things to do in Preston Village
- Relax or picnic at the neighborhood green space and local pocket parks
- Explore the nearby Katherine Fleischer Park for sports courts, historic homesteads, and trails
- Take a short drive to The Domain for premier shopping, dining, and entertainment
Local favorites
- Bratwurst & More · German Restaurant · 4.6★ (420)Authentic, comforting German specialties including schnitzel and sausages in a relaxed setting nearby.
- Snooze, an A.M. Eatery · Breakfast & Brunch · 4.5★ (1650)Vibrant nearby eatery serving inventive pancakes, benedicts, and morning cocktails.
- Culver's · Fast Food & Frozen Custard · 4.4★ (1120)Dependable stop for Midwestern butterburgers, cheese curds, and fresh frozen custard.
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Common questions about Preston Village
Is Preston Village safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Preston Village a good place to live?
On safety, Preston Village scores 84/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Preston Village?
Walk score 32/100 and bike score 41/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Preston Village are safer?
Wildflower (90) score higher nearby.
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