Is Stone Chase safe?
San Antonio, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Stone Chase as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Stone Chase
“Go. Stone Chase is a quiet, typical suburban residential enclave with low rates of violent crime and a family-oriented atmosphere. Visitors staying in local short-term rentals or visiting family will find it safe and peaceful. Standard suburban precautions, such as locking vehicle doors at night, are all that is required.”
About the area
Stone Chase is a contemporary single-family residential community situated on San Antonio's Far West Side near Marbach Road and Loop 1604. The neighborhood features quiet cul-de-sacs, landscaped front yards, and quick access to major commercial centers and highway corridors. It provides a tranquil, car-oriented residential environment away from the denser urban core.
- Suburban Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Residential
Walking and biking in Stone Chase
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes within the neighborhood and no municipal bike-share stations; recreational cyclists typically ride the residential streets or travel to the Howard W. Peak Greenway trails a few miles away.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than San Antonio metropolitan averages
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes supporting community cohesion
- Quiet, low-traffic residential streets ideal for families and daytime walking
- Close vehicular proximity to major West Side employers and retail corridors
Cons
- Suburban property offenses like vehicle break-ins and package theft occasionally occur
- Strictly car-dependent layout with no commercial amenities within reasonable walking distance
- Heavy commuter traffic congestion along nearby Marbach Road and Loop 1604 during peak hours
Homelessness: Homelessness is not an observable presence within the Stone Chase neighborhood itself, though occasional individuals asking for assistance may be seen at busy highway intersections along Loop 1604 and Marbach Road.
What Stone Chase is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and secure, with school buses, joggers, and residents heading out for their morning commute.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Peaceful and quiet across residential streets, with traffic concentrated strictly on arterial perimeter roads.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Safe and neighborly, with residents walking dogs and children playing outdoors before sunset.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and dark with virtually no foot traffic; exceptionally safe though vehicle doors should remain locked.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by VIA Metropolitan Transit; while bus routes like Route 552 run along nearby thoroughfares like Marbach Road, direct service into the interior neighborhood is absent, making a car necessary.
Parking is exceptionally easy and free, with ample space in private residential driveways and along wide curb-lined subdivision streets.
Things to do in Stone Chase
- Enjoy an afternoon walk or jog through the quiet, interconnected residential cul-de-sacs.
- Visit nearby Tom Slick Park for paved walking paths, fishing ponds, and off-leash dog park areas.
- Spend a family day at SeaWorld San Antonio, located just a short drive to the north.
Local favorites
- Teka Molino · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (1150)Longtime local staple renowned for signature crispy puffy tacos, bean cups, and homemade salsa.
- Mina & Dimi's Greek House · Greek Restaurant · 4.7★ (2240)Festive Greek tavern serving generous gyros, pastitsio, and souvlaki with lively hospitality nearby.
- Kung Fu Noodle · Chinese Restaurant · 4.5★ (1080)Casual strip-center eatery famous for authentic handmade pulled noodles, soups, and dumplings.
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Common questions about Stone Chase
Is Stone Chase safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Stone Chase a good place to live?
On safety, Stone Chase scores 81/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Stone Chase?
Walk score 18/100 and bike score 28/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Stone Chase are safer?
Oakwell Farms (86) score higher nearby.
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