Is Terry Town safe?
San Antonio, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Terry Town as “Caution”.
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Gogo's take on Terry Town
“Go with care. Terry Town is primarily a quiet, working-class residential pocket on San Antonio's historic Westside. While daytime residential streets are relatively peaceful, visitors should exercise standard urban caution, particularly along the busier commercial borders after dark where property crime is more prevalent.”
About the area
Terry Town is an established residential neighborhood situated west of downtown San Antonio, characterized by older mid-century single-family homes and modest bungalows. It offers quick access to downtown attractions while retaining an authentic, local Westside community atmosphere.
- Working-Class
- Residential
- Historic Westside
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Terry Town
Walk score: 56/100 · Bike score: 48/100
There are no dedicated city bike-share stations in Terry Town, but cyclists can access the nearby paved Martinez Creek Greenway trail for off-street riding.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Close proximity and quick vehicular access to downtown San Antonio and major highways
- Established, tight-knit residential streets with minimal high-density commercial congestion
- Authentic and affordable local culinary spots along surrounding commercial avenues
Cons
- Higher property crime rates including vehicle break-ins compared to outer San Antonio suburbs
- Lower median household income and higher poverty levels relative to the metro average
- Inconsistent street lighting and sidewalk infrastructure on some interior residential blocks
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is uncommon within interior residential blocks, though occasional unhoused individuals and panhandling can be observed along major arterial roads like Culebra Road.
What Terry Town is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active as residents start their commute and local school traffic gets underway.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm on residential streets with steady, moderate commercial activity on nearby corridors.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Activity winds down quickly in residential sections; heightened situational awareness is recommended.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet with limited lighting; walking alone after dark is not advised due to property crime risks.
Transit, parking and getting around
VIA Metropolitan Transit serves the neighborhood via frequent bus routes along Culebra Road (Route 82) and Zarzamora Street (Route 103 Primo), connecting directly to downtown San Antonio.
Street parking is generally free and readily available along residential roads, and neighborhood businesses provide free surface parking lots.
Things to do in Terry Town
- Take a walk or jog along the nearby Martinez Creek Greenway trail network
- Explore the vibrant Westside cultural murals and public art throughout the surrounding district
- Sample authentic San Antonio-style breakfast tacos at classic neighborhood taquerias
Local favorites
- Taqueria Chapala Jalisco · Mexican Restaurant · 4.3★ (1420)Neighborhood staple serving generous breakfast tacos, enchiladas, and traditional Jalisco-style plates.
- Panaderia Jimenez & Coffee Shop · Bakery · 4.5★ (380)Family-owned traditional panaderia offering fresh Mexican sweet bread, empanadas, and hot coffee.
- Tacos El Regio · Taco Stand · 4.6★ (920)Popular local eatery known for authentic Monterrey-style street tacos and flavorful charro beans.
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Common questions about Terry Town
Is Terry Town safe to walk at night?
Take care after dark: stick to lit main streets or take a ride.
Is Terry Town a good place to live?
On safety, Terry Town scores 61/100 — below average, so visit at different times of day before deciding to move.
How walkable is Terry Town?
Walk score 56/100 and bike score 48/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Terry Town are safer?
Maverick (75), Monticello Park (San Antonio) (74), Keystone Park (71) score higher nearby.
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