Is Silverdale safe?
Houston, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Silverdale as “Caution”.
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Gogo's take on Silverdale
“Go with care. Silverdale is a low-key, working-class residential neighborhood in Southeast Houston that offers minimal tourist attractions. While internal residential streets are generally calm during daylight hours, elevated property crime and opportunistic vehicle theft near adjacent commercial corridors warrant standard precautions.”
About the area
Silverdale is an established mid-century residential enclave located in Southeast Houston, situated near William P. Hobby Airport. The area is dominated by modest single-family homes, local strip retail centers along its edges, and easy highway access. Visitors typically encounter the area when seeking local culinary spots or navigating the airport corridor.
- Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet
- Working-Class
Walking and biking in Silverdale
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 42/100
Dedicated bike lanes and bike-share stations are absent in Silverdale, though interior neighborhood streets see low vehicle speeds suitable for casual riding.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Predominantly single-family homeownership with relatively quiet interior streets
- Convenient access to I-45, Beltway 8, and William P. Hobby Airport
- Low pedestrian congestion and ample available parking throughout the neighborhood
Cons
- Elevated rates of vehicle break-ins and property crime along perimeter thoroughfares
- Inconsistent pedestrian infrastructure with sparse sidewalks and limited nighttime street lighting
- Below-average median household income and economic vulnerability compared to citywide averages
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is uncommon within Silverdale's residential core, though occasional panhandling and transient individuals can be seen around busy commercial intersections on Airport Boulevard and Telephone Road.
What Silverdale is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Calm and peaceful as residents commute, with very light local traffic on residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and routine, with safe conditions for driving or brief residential strolls.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Low-key atmosphere, though diminishing light on side streets calls for increased situational awareness.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Streets are largely deserted and dimly lit; walking alone is not recommended due to property and personal safety risks.
Transit, parking and getting around
Houston METRO provides local bus service along bordering arterials, including Route 40 on Telephone Road and Route 88 on Airport Boulevard. The nearest METRORail station is the Purple Line terminus at Palm Center Transit Center, roughly five miles northwest.
Free street parking is widely available throughout residential blocks, and nearby commercial plazas offer free surface lot parking.
Things to do in Silverdale
- Explore aviation history and vintage aircraft at the nearby 1940 Air Terminal Museum.
- Sample authentic regional Mexican cuisine and pan dulce along the Telephone Road corridor.
- Enjoy open green space and community sports facilities at nearby Wilson Memorial Park.
Local favorites
- Tel-Wink Grill · Diner · 4.6★ (1780)Long-running neighborhood diner serving classic American breakfast staples, burgers, and comfort food.
- Taqueria Del Sol · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (2150)Bustling local venue known for homestyle Mexican dishes, breakfast tacos, and handmade tortillas.
- La Sultana Bakery · Bakery · 4.5★ (390)Neighborhood panaderia offering a wide selection of traditional Mexican sweet breads and savory snacks.
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Common questions about Silverdale
Is Silverdale safe to walk at night?
Take care after dark: stick to lit main streets or take a ride.
Is Silverdale a good place to live?
On safety, Silverdale scores 60/100 — below average, so visit at different times of day before deciding to move.
How walkable is Silverdale?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 42/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Silverdale are safer?
Woodland Heights (Houston) (84), First Ward (Houston) (76), Brooke Smith (71) score higher nearby.
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