Is Super Co-op safe?
Austin, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Super Co-op as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Super Co-op
“Go. The Super Co-op and surrounding West Campus area is a vibrant, active student community with heavy foot traffic and low violent crime. Visitors should exercise basic situational awareness late at night and keep belongings secure against opportunistic property theft.”
About the area
Super Co-op is located in Austin's energetic West Campus neighborhood, famous for its cooperative housing culture, student residences, and proximity to the University of Texas. The area combines bohemian, community-oriented housing with modern high-rise student apartments and casual eateries.
- Student-Centric
- Eclectic & Bohemian
- High-Energy
- Walkable Dining Hub
Walking and biking in Super Co-op
Walk score: 88/100 · Bike score: 85/100
Rio Grande Street features a protected two-way cycle track, with numerous CapMetro Bikeshare docks and easy connections westward to the Shoal Creek Trail.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Dense pedestrian presence and campus proximity deter isolated violent crime
- Enhanced municipal and campus safety infrastructure including call boxes and security ambassadors
- High digital connectivity and strong neighborhood community engagement
Cons
- Elevated frequency of property crimes such as bicycle theft and vehicle break-ins
- Late-night alcohol-related noise and rowdiness, particularly on weekends
- Seasonal drop in occupancy during university breaks can leave streets quieter than usual
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is low within the residential co-op blocks, though panhandling and unhoused individuals are occasionally seen along the nearby Guadalupe Street commercial corridor.
What Super Co-op is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and quiet with students, runners, and dog walkers heading out along tree-lined streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Brisk and lively with heavy foot and scooter traffic moving between housing and campus.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Social and vibrant as students gather for co-op dinners and outdoor patio dining with good overall safety.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Active with weekend social gatherings; generally safe along lighted corridors, though caution around intoxicated crowds is prudent.
Transit, parking and getting around
CapMetro serves the area via numerous frequent routes and UT Shuttle lines (such as Routes 7, 18, and 642) providing direct connectivity to downtown and central Austin.
On-street parking is heavily restricted via City of Austin residential permits and meters; visitor parking is limited, making ride-shares or walking preferred.
Things to do in Super Co-op
- Tour the vibrant community murals, gardens, and architecture of West Campus student co-ops
- Explore the nearby University of Texas at Austin main mall and historic UT Tower
- Grab a local bite or bubble tea along the vibrant Rio Grande and 21st Street corridors
Local favorites
- Cabo Bob's Burritos · Mexican Restaurant · 4.7★ (2300)Popular neighborhood favorite serving build-your-own burritos with fresh-pressed tortillas.
- Kerbey Lane Cafe - University · Diner · 4.3★ (3400)Austin institution serving famous queso, stacked pancakes, and comfort staples.
- Teapioca Lounge · Bubble Tea Store · 4.4★ (650)Lively student haunt offering specialty teas, smoothies, and boba desserts.
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Common questions about Super Co-op
Is Super Co-op safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Super Co-op a good place to live?
On safety, Super Co-op scores 74/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Super Co-op?
Walk score 88/100 and bike score 85/100. Most errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Super Co-op are safer?
Clarksville (90), Enfield (89), Eastwoods (84) score higher nearby.
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