Is Quiet Creek safe?
San Antonio, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Quiet Creek as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Quiet Creek
“Go. Quiet Creek is a stable, sleepy residential enclave in northeast San Antonio where violent crime is uncommon and everyday life is peaceful. Visitors should take normal suburban precautions regarding vehicle break-ins, but the neighborhood poses very little risk.”
About the area
Quiet Creek is an established suburban neighborhood in Northeast San Antonio characterized by modest single-family homes, mature trees, and cul-de-sacs. It is predominantly residential and offers quick driving access to major regional thoroughfares like I-35 and Loop 1604.
- Quiet
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Quiet Creek
Walk score: 24/100 · Bike score: 36/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes or bike-share hubs within the subdivision, but nearby connections lead toward the Howard W. Peak Greenway Trail system at Lady Bird Johnson Park.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to San Antonio citywide averages
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes contributing to neighborhood stability
- Quiet, low-traffic residential streets ideal for peaceful daytime strolls
Cons
- Periodic opportunistic property crimes, such as unlocked vehicle burglaries
- Complete lack of commercial amenities within the neighborhood boundaries
- High car dependency requiring driving for almost all daily errands
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically nonexistent within the residential core of Quiet Creek, though occasional individuals may be seen near high-traffic commercial intersections along I-35 and Nacogdoches Road.
What Quiet Creek is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and safe, with residents walking dogs and children heading to local schools.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Pleasant and quiet with light neighborhood vehicle traffic and negligible safety concerns.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Peaceful as commuters return home; streets remain safe for evening walks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and tranquil, with occasional property theft risks typical of suburban residential areas.
Transit, parking and getting around
VIA Metropolitan Transit provides bus service along arterial perimeter roads like Nacogdoches and Judson (such as Route 8), though internal neighborhood service is minimal.
Free and abundant curbside residential street parking is readily available throughout the neighborhood with no parking meters or permit restrictions.
Things to do in Quiet Creek
- Visit Morgan's Wonderland, an acclaimed ultra-accessible family theme park located just minutes away
- Take a jog or play sports at nearby McClain Park and Lady Bird Johnson Park
- Sample traditional Tex-Mex cuisine along the nearby Nacogdoches Road corridor
Local favorites
- Wrigleyville Grill · Chicago-Style Restaurant · 4.6★ (1150)Popular local eatery serving authentic Chicago hot dogs, gyros, and Italian beef sandwiches.
- Thai Lao Orchid · Southeast Asian Restaurant · 4.7★ (820)Cozy restaurant serving flavorful, authentic Thai and Laotian curry and noodle dishes.
- Las Palapas - Nacogdoches · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.2★ (1650)Beloved local chain outpost known for generous breakfast tacos and traditional combo plates.
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Common questions about Quiet Creek
Is Quiet Creek safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Quiet Creek a good place to live?
On safety, Quiet Creek scores 75/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Quiet Creek?
Walk score 24/100 and bike score 36/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Quiet Creek are safer?
WInterfell Pass (85), Chasewood (76) score higher nearby.
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