Is St. Andrie safe?
Houston, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates St. Andrie as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on St. Andrie
“Go with care. St. Andrie is a relatively quiet residential pocket in West Houston that is generally peaceful during daylight hours. However, vehicle-related property crimes are prevalent in the broader area, so standard urban precautions are recommended at night.”
About the area
St. Andrie is a suburban-style residential enclave located in West Houston near major arteries like Westheimer Road and Richmond Avenue. The neighborhood is composed of established single-family homes, townhomes, and apartment complexes situated minutes away from the Westchase and Galleria commercial districts.
- Residential Pocket
- Car-Dependent
- Suburban Enclave
Walking and biking in St. Andrie
Walk score: 52/100 · Bike score: 48/100
On-street bike infrastructure is limited, but cyclists can connect to off-road paths along the Buffalo Bayou trail system a few miles to the west.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Quiet interior streets with minimal through traffic compared to surrounding thoroughfares
- High household vehicle ownership and reliable utility and digital infrastructure
- Proximity to major employment centers in Westchase and the Energy Corridor
Cons
- Elevated risk of opportunistic property crime, particularly auto theft and break-ins
- Car-dependent layout with sparse pedestrian infrastructure along perimeter roads
- Proximity to high-traffic commercial strips that experience higher ambient crime
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within the interior residential streets, though individuals experiencing homelessness and panhandling are occasionally seen at major intersections along Westheimer Road.
What St. Andrie is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe as residents start their daily commutes and walk dogs along residential blocks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and typical for a residential neighborhood with delivery traffic and good overall visibility.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Activity settles down inside the neighborhood, though caution is advised in adjacent commercial parking areas.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Streets are very quiet and dimly lit in spots, requiring standard situational awareness and secure vehicle parking.
Transit, parking and getting around
METRO Houston serves the surrounding corridors with bus lines like Route 82 (Westheimer) and Route 25 (Richmond), but there is no direct light rail access in this part of town.
Residential street parking is typically free and readily available, while apartment complexes and local businesses maintain dedicated surface lots.
Things to do in St. Andrie
- Sample diverse international cuisine along the nearby Westheimer and Richmond culinary corridors
- Access the hike and bike trails along the Buffalo Bayou at nearby Terry Hershey Park
- Visit the nearby Houston Arboretum & Nature Center for native Texas plant and wildlife walks
Local favorites
- Kasra Persian Grill · Persian Restaurant · 4.6★ (3250)Celebrated local destination on Westheimer known for generous platters of kabobs and freshly baked flatbread.
- Roostar Vietnamese Grill · Vietnamese Restaurant · 4.7★ (2100)Popular fast-casual spot serving modern banh mi sandwiches, rice bowls, and crispy egg rolls.
- Café Piquet · Cuban Restaurant · 4.5★ (1650)Longtime family-owned eatery serving traditional Cuban specialties like ropa vieja and plantains.
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Common questions about St. Andrie
Is St. Andrie safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is St. Andrie a good place to live?
On safety, St. Andrie scores 68/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is St. Andrie?
Walk score 52/100 and bike score 48/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near St. Andrie are safer?
Somerset Green (89), Woodland Heights (Houston) (84), Memorial Heights (81) score higher nearby.
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