Is Timber Hills safe?
Austin, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Timber Hills as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Timber Hills
“Go. Timber Hills is a quiet, predominantly residential suburban community in North Austin that is generally safe for visitors and residents alike. While petty property crimes like opportunistic vehicle break-ins occur occasionally, violent crime is low compared to central urban corridors.”
About the area
Timber Hills is an established residential neighborhood in North Austin characterized by single-family homes, mature trees, and a peaceful suburban atmosphere. It offers straightforward access to major employment hubs along the Parmer Lane tech corridor and IH-35 without the heavy congestion of downtown.
- Suburban / Residential
- Quiet
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Timber Hills
Walk score: 32/100 · Bike score: 41/100
There is no CapMetro Bikeshare station in the area; while residential streets are rideable, dedicated bike lanes are limited until connecting to the Copperfield or Walnut Creek trail networks.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low rates of violent crime compared to the wider Austin metropolitan average
- Stable residential neighborhood with high homeownership and family occupancy
- Proximity to major North Austin employment hubs, tech campuses, and retail centers
- Quiet, low-traffic residential streets ideal for quiet stays
Cons
- Occasional vehicle break-ins and property thefts typical of North Austin suburban pockets
- Virtually no commercial amenities within the neighborhood boundaries itself
- Car-dependent layout with minimal pedestrian infrastructure connecting to external services
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the interior neighborhood streets, though occasional unhoused individuals and small encampments may be seen along major nearby highway underpasses such as IH-35 and Braker Lane.
What Timber Hills is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with residents walking dogs and heading out for standard morning commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and uneventful, with minimal street activity and safe residential conditions.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential winding down with low ambient noise and safe conditions for evening strolls.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet with dark residential streets; violent crime is uncommon, but staying alert for property theft is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
CapMetro serves the perimeter along major arterials like Dessau Road and Braker Lane via bus routes (such as Route 392 and Route 237), but the nearest CapMetro Rail station (Howard Station) requires a 10-minute drive.
Parking is exceptionally easy and free, with ample private driveway space and abundant, unrestricted street parking throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in Timber Hills
- Explore the nearby walking and jogging paths at Copperfield Nature Trail
- Visit Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park just a short drive away for extensive mountain biking and hiking trails
- Shop and dine at the nearby Tech Ridge Center retail and dining hub
Local favorites
- Pho Dan · Vietnamese Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)A popular local spot near the neighborhood serving traditional Vietnamese noodle soups and rice dishes.
- Braker Lane Donut Shop · Bakery / Donut Shop · 4.6★ (230)Neighborhood staple offering fresh morning donuts, kolaches, and breakfast tacos.
- Inka Chicken · Peruvian Restaurant · 4.6★ (890)Acclaimed casual eatery nearby known for charcoal-roasted Peruvian rotisserie chicken and flavorful sides.
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Common questions about Timber Hills
Is Timber Hills safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Timber Hills a good place to live?
On safety, Timber Hills scores 78/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Timber Hills?
Walk score 32/100 and bike score 41/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Timber Hills are safer?
Berdoll Farms (80) score higher nearby.
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