Is Town Square safe?
Amarillo, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Town Square as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Town Square
“Go. Town Square is one of the safest, most affluent master-planned developments in Amarillo. Visitors can explore the dining and retail options in Town Square Village with minimal safety concerns.”
About the area
Town Square is a modern, neo-traditional planned community located in southwest Amarillo featuring upscale single-family homes, townhouses, green spaces, and a walkable commercial center. It caters to families, professionals, and visitors looking for relaxed dining, boutique shopping, and well-maintained public spaces.
- Suburban / Planned Community
- Family-Friendly
- Upscale Dining
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Town Square
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 36/100
There is no public bike-share system, but the neighborhood features wide interior streets and sidewalks suitable for casual riding within the subdivision.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are among the lowest in the Amarillo metropolitan area.
- Very high median household income and high homeownership rates reflect strong neighborhood stability.
- Well-lit, modern streets with active pedestrian design in the village center.
Cons
- Isolated incidents of opportunistic vehicle theft or car break-ins typical of affluent suburban commercial areas.
- Heavily reliant on personal vehicles to access attractions outside the immediate square.
- Limited public transit connectivity to central Amarillo.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually non-existent in Town Square; homeless services and shelters in Amarillo are concentrated miles away in the downtown and North Amarillo areas.
What Town Square is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with residents jogging or walking dogs along landscaped sidewalks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and orderly, seeing light traffic from shoppers and diners heading to the village center.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Active and lively around the restaurants and patio bars with a very safe and relaxed vibe.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and residential with minimal activity; very safe, though standard caution regarding parked vehicles applies.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is virtually nonexistent in this modern outer suburb; Amarillo City Transit (ACT) does not provide direct fixed-route bus service into the development, making personal vehicles or rideshares essential.
Parking is abundant and free throughout Town Square, with ample surface parking lots and easy parallel street parking near retail storefronts.
Things to do in Town Square
- Dine on the rooftop patio overlooking the development at Cask & Cork.
- Stroll the landscaped village green and community parks.
- Shop at local boutiques and lifestyle specialty stores located along McKenna Square.
Local favorites
- Cask & Cork · New American Restaurant · 4.4★ (850)Upscale bistro featuring handcrafted cocktails, steaks, and a popular rooftop patio.
- Public House · Gastropub · 4.5★ (1100)Nearby staple offering refined comfort food, an extensive wine list, and bourbon selections.
- 575 Pizzeria · Pizza Restaurant · 4.7★ (1650)Award-winning local craft pizzeria serving specialty pies, local brews, and fresh salads.
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Common questions about Town Square
Is Town Square safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Town Square a good place to live?
On safety, Town Square scores 86/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Town Square?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 36/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Town Square are safer?
The Colonies (93), Sleepy Hollow (88) score higher nearby.
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