Is Ridge Stone safe?
San Antonio, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Ridge Stone as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Ridge Stone
“Go with care. Ridge Stone is a quiet, primarily residential subdivision in northeast San Antonio that is generally safe for routine visits, but lacks major tourist draws. Exercising standard suburban awareness and keeping vehicles locked will prevent the majority of petty property crime issues common along nearby commercial corridors.”
About the area
Ridge Stone is a quiet, late-20th-century residential enclave located in Northeast San Antonio near Converse and Windcrest. It consists mostly of single-family brick homes, quiet cul-de-sacs, and modest local neighborhood services along Gibbs Sprawl Road and Walzem Road.
- Suburban Residential
- Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Ridge Stone
Walk score: 24/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There is no bike-share program in this part of town, and dedicated bike lanes are virtually non-existent along high-speed feeder roads.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Primarily owner-occupied single-family homes keeping interior residential streets quiet
- Significantly lower violent crime rate compared to central San Antonio core neighborhoods
- Convenient driving access to Interstate 35, Loop 410, and Randolph Air Force Base
- Stable family-oriented community with low housing vacancy
Cons
- Opportunistic vehicle break-ins and theft reported in driveways and retail plazas
- Car-dependent design with poor pedestrian infrastructure on surrounding major arterials
- Commercial strips along Gibbs Sprawl and Walzem show occasional property crime and traffic issues
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the interior residential streets of Ridge Stone, though occasional panhandling occurs at major intersections along Walzem Road and FM 78.
What Ridge Stone is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with school buses running, neighbors walking dogs, and light commuter traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and residential, feeling secure for walking or driving around the neighborhood.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet as residents return home; interior streets remain low-stress and generally safe.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic; safe within the subdivision, but poorly lit exterior streets require basic situational caution.
Transit, parking and getting around
VIA Metropolitan Transit operates bus routes nearby along Gibbs Sprawl Road (Route 588) and FM 78, but service is infrequent and San Antonio has no light rail system.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the neighborhood via private driveways and ample street parking without meters or restrictions.
Things to do in Ridge Stone
- Explore the nearby walking paths and playgrounds at Woodlake Park
- Tee off for a round of golf at the nearby Windcrest Golf Club
- Shop and dine along the Walzem Road and FM 78 retail corridors
Local favorites
- Taqueria Jalisco · Mexican Restaurant · 4.3★ (850)Popular neighborhood Mexican spot serving hearty breakfast tacos, fajitas, and fresh salsas.
- Big Lou's Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.4★ (5200)Iconic regional destination famous for its massive 62-inch pizzas and lively family atmosphere.
- Tommy's Restaurant · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.2★ (620)Casual local chain outpost known for authentic puffy tacos, carne guisada, and breakfast plates.
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Common questions about Ridge Stone
Is Ridge Stone safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Ridge Stone a good place to live?
On safety, Ridge Stone scores 70/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Ridge Stone?
Walk score 24/100 and bike score 28/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Ridge Stone are safer?
Vista Point (80), Freedom Hills (74), Liberty Village (71) score higher nearby.
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