Is Timberwilde safe?
San Antonio, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Timberwilde as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Timberwilde
“Go. Timberwilde is an unassuming, stable suburban neighborhood where visitors will encounter few safety issues during standard visits. The area is largely residential and peaceful, though basic vehicle security precautions are always prudent around nearby commercial centers.”
About the area
Timberwilde is an established Northwest San Antonio residential community composed primarily of mid-century to 1980s single-family homes on quiet streets. It sits bordered by busy thoroughfares like Grissom and Tezel Roads, granting straightforward access to neighborhood strip centers and casual dining. While strictly a suburban enclave rather than an entertainment district, it offers a calm and predictable environment.
- Suburban / Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet
Walking and biking in Timberwilde
Walk score: 32/100 · Bike score: 38/100
The neighborhood lacks dedicated bike lanes on interior streets, but riders can reach the expansive Leon Creek Greenway multi-use trail system roughly two miles to the east.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to San Antonio citywide averages
- High rate of stable, owner-occupied housing with modest poverty levels
- Quiet, low-traffic interior streets ideal for daytime strolls
- Ample free residential and retail surface parking
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crime, such as vehicle break-ins along perimeter retail corridors
- Limited street lighting along some interior residential cul-de-sacs at night
- High-speed traffic along adjacent arterial roads like Grissom and Tezel
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the residential core of Timberwilde, though occasional panhandling occurs near major commercial intersections and bus stops on Grissom and Culebra Roads.
What Timberwilde is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and safe, with neighbors out walking dogs and standard morning school and commuter traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and orderly throughout the residential pockets, with commercial activity picking up along Tezel Road.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Peaceful neighborhood atmosphere with residents returning home and low safety concerns.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Generally quiet and low-risk, though isolated pockets lack streetlights so typical late-night vigilance is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by VIA Metropolitan Transit, with bus routes such as Route 609 and Route 610 providing service along peripheral arterials like Grissom and Tezel Roads.
Parking is straightforward and free, featuring ample curb space along residential blocks and spacious surface lots at all nearby shopping plazas.
Things to do in Timberwilde
- Visit nearby Raymond Rimkus Park for paved walking paths, playgrounds, and community sports fields
- Sample diverse authentic dining options along the Tezel and Grissom commercial corridors
- Access the nearby Leon Creek Greenway trail system for long-distance recreation
Local favorites
- El Rodeo Mexican Grill · Mexican Restaurant · 4.3★ (1150)A casual local staple known for hearty Tex-Mex combos, breakfast tacos, and salsa.
- Simi's India Cuisine · Indian Restaurant · 4.4★ (1420)Longstanding strip-mall eatery serving classic Indian curries, tandoori specialties, and garlic naan.
- Tiu Steppi's Osteria · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (1280)Warm neighborhood Italian spot serving wood-fired pizzas, scratch pastas, and wine.
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Common questions about Timberwilde
Is Timberwilde safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Timberwilde a good place to live?
On safety, Timberwilde scores 76/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Timberwilde?
Walk score 32/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Timberwilde are safer?
Northchase (81) score higher nearby.
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