Is Silverbrook safe?
San Antonio, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Silverbrook as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Silverbrook
“Go. Silverbrook is a peaceful, established suburban enclave in Northwest San Antonio that presents very little safety risk to visitors. Standard precautions like locking vehicle doors are sufficient here.”
About the area
Silverbrook is a quiet residential neighborhood developed largely in the late 20th century, characterized by single-family brick homes, mature trees, and cul-de-sacs. Located in San Antonio's Northwest side near Bandera Road and Tezel Road corridors, it offers a tranquil base convenient to shopping centers, dining, and major regional thoroughfares.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet / Residential
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Silverbrook
Walk score: 34/100 · Bike score: 41/100
There is no municipal bike-share system in the neighborhood, but cyclists can access the extensive paved multi-use Leon Creek Greenway network a short ride to the east.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low rates of violent crime compared to the wider San Antonio metropolitan average
- High homeownership rate and stable middle-income residential community
- Well-lit suburban streets with active neighborhood watch awareness
- Close proximity to medical facilities and retail amenities along Bandera Road
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked vehicle break-ins
- Car-dependent layout with sparse pedestrian infrastructure outside the immediate subdivision
- Heavier traffic congestion during peak hours along nearby thoroughfares like Bandera Road and Tezel Road
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within Silverbrook's residential streets, though occasional unhoused individuals may be seen near major commercial intersections along Bandera Road.
What Silverbrook is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and safe, with residents jogging, walking dogs, and commuting out of the neighborhood.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and secure, experiencing only typical suburban delivery and neighborhood vehicle traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Pleasant and relaxed, suitable for neighborhood walks while remaining alert along perimeter streets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Generally very peaceful and low-activity, though streets become dark and visitors should park in well-lit driveways.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by VIA Metropolitan Transit, with bus routes 607 and 88 running along nearby main roads like Tezel and Bandera, though service frequencies are modest and a car is strongly recommended.
Parking is completely free and widely available on residential streets and in personal driveways, with no meter zones or parking structures.
Things to do in Silverbrook
- Explore the walking paths and green spaces at nearby OP Schnabel Park
- Sample regional Texas-Mexican dining along the commercial stretches of Bandera Road
- Visit the nearby Leon Creek Greenway trailheads for extended hiking and cycling
Local favorites
- El Rodeo Mexican Grill · Mexican Restaurant · 4.3★ (1150)Neighborhood favorite serving generous portions of classic Tex-Mex fajitas, enchiladas, and margaritas.
- Tiu Steppi's Osteria · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (1420)Cozy, upscale-casual Italian eatery nearby offering wood-fired pizzas, housemade pastas, and a curated wine list.
- Shotgun House Roasters · Coffee Shop · 4.7★ (380)Specialty coffee outpost roasting single-origin beans and serving espresso drinks in a relaxed setting.
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Common questions about Silverbrook
Is Silverbrook safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Silverbrook a good place to live?
On safety, Silverbrook scores 78/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Silverbrook?
Walk score 34/100 and bike score 41/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Silverbrook are safer?
Stonefield (86), Braunridge (83), Camino Bandera (83) score higher nearby.
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