Is Stoney Ridge safe?
Austin, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Stoney Ridge as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Stoney Ridge
“Go. Stoney Ridge is a quiet, master-planned suburban community in Southeast Austin that poses very little safety risk to visitors. While it is strictly residential with almost no commercial amenities within walking distance, violent crime is rare and daily neighborhood life is calm and family-oriented.”
About the area
Stoney Ridge is a modern, single-family residential development situated in Southeast Austin near Del Valle and the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. It features winding suburban cul-de-sacs, pocket parks, and master-planned housing, isolated from the bustling urban core. Visitors typically pass through when accessing nearby venues like Circuit of the Americas or Southeast Metropolitan Park.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Stoney Ridge
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 24/100
There is no municipal bikeshare system or dedicated bike lane network connecting Stoney Ridge into Austin's urban trail system, restricting cycling primarily to neighborhood streets.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low violent crime rates characteristic of outer Austin residential subdivisions
- High rates of owner-occupied single-family homes fostering a stable community environment
- Well-maintained neighborhood park with sports courts, playgrounds, and walking paths
Cons
- Susceptible to occasional suburban property crimes like vehicle burglaries and porch theft
- Total absence of walkable retail, dining, or grocery options within the neighborhood
- Isolated geography requires heavy reliance on major arterial tollways and highways
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within the residential streets of Stoney Ridge. Any unhoused activity in the broader area is confined miles away along commercial highway junctions near SH-71 and US-183.
What Stoney Ridge is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and busy with routine school runs, dog walkers, and early commuters heading toward SH-130.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet with minimal car traffic on interior streets and pleasant conditions for outdoor recreation at the park.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm residential atmosphere as residents return home, remaining safe for walks along neighborhood sidewalks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and dark with virtually no foot traffic, though generally secure aside from opportunistic vehicle break-ins.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is extremely scarce; CapMetro operates limited feeder bus service like Route 271 along regional corridors in Del Valle, but the neighborhood is far from rail or rapid transit lines.
Parking is completely hassle-free and free of charge, with wide residential streets and private driveways providing abundant spaces.
Things to do in Stoney Ridge
- Walk the trail loop and use the sports amenities at Stoney Ridge Neighborhood Park
- Attend major motorsports races or concerts at nearby Circuit of The Americas (COTA)
- Hike, fish, or disc golf at the sprawling Southeast Metropolitan Park just minutes away
Local favorites
- Tacos El Charly · Mexican Restaurant · 4.7★ (310)Popular local taco trailer dishing out well-seasoned street tacos, al pastor tortas, and quesadillas.
- Taqueria La Escondida · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.4★ (285)Casual neighborhood eatery serving hearty breakfast tacos, fajita plates, and homemade salsas.
- Live Oak Brewing Company · Brewery · 4.7★ (1450)Acclaimed regional brewery set on shaded grounds featuring authentic German lagers and a disc golf course.
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Common questions about Stoney Ridge
Is Stoney Ridge safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Stoney Ridge a good place to live?
On safety, Stoney Ridge scores 76/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Stoney Ridge?
Walk score 12/100 and bike score 24/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Stoney Ridge are safer?
Stoney Ridge North (Austin) (80), Berdoll Farms (80), Stoney Ridge North (78) score higher nearby.
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