Is Travis Country Green safe?
Austin, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Travis Country Green as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Travis Country Green
“Go. Travis Country Green is an exceptionally safe, affluent, and peaceful residential enclave nestled in Southwest Austin. Visitors face virtually no violent crime risks, though standard precautions against opportunistic vehicle break-ins along trailhead parking areas still apply.”
About the area
Travis Country Green is a master-planned, heavily wooded suburban neighborhood adjacent to the Barton Creek Wilderness Park. Characterized by manicured single-family homes, quiet cul-de-sacs, and active neighborhood associations, it offers direct access to nature trails while remaining a short drive from downtown Austin.
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet & Suburban
- Lush Greenery
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Travis Country Green
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 34/100
There are no municipal bike-share stations here, but the area connects directly to natural surface mountain biking and hiking trails on the Barton Creek Greenbelt, though neighborhood roads lack dedicated paved bike lanes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Extremely low violent and property crime rates compared to Austin city averages
- High median household incomes exceeding $160,000 and robust homeownership
- Direct neighborhood trail access to the Barton Creek Greenbelt
- Well-maintained community parks, sports courts, and green spaces
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with almost no commercial retail within walking distance
- Occasional opportunistic vehicle burglaries reported near public trailheads
- Limited street lighting along some interior residential roads
- Wildfire risk mitigation is an ongoing consideration due to adjacent dense greenbelt terrain
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within Travis Country Green. Minor encampments occasionally occur farther away near major highway overpasses along US-290 and Highway 71, but they do not impact this residential area.
What Travis Country Green is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking dogs, and children heading to local schools.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and safe with low vehicle traffic and occasional delivery vehicles traversing the streets.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential with families utilizing community amenities and walking throughout the neighborhood.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and silent with minimal activity; very safe, though dimly lit streets require a flashlight.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is virtually nonexistent inside the neighborhood. CapMetro operates bus routes along Southwest Parkway and Highway 290 a couple of miles away, making a private vehicle or rideshare necessary for practical transportation.
Residential street parking is readily available and completely free throughout the neighborhood, with no metered zones or parking decks.
Things to do in Travis Country Green
- Hike or trail run along the Barton Creek Greenbelt accessing the Gainsborough or Travis Country trailheads
- Play tennis or basketball at the neighborhood community recreation facilities
- Take a scenic, shaded stroll or jog through the tree-lined residential streets and greenway paths
Local favorites
- Jack Allen's Kitchen Oak Hill · Southern Restaurant · 4.7★ (3850)A popular nearby dining staple offering farm-to-table Southern comfort food and craft cocktails.
- Radio Coffee & Beer · Coffee Shop & Bar · 4.6★ (2900)A bustling South Austin hub for specialty coffee, local beers, and rotating food trucks just a short drive away.
- Hecho En Mexico · Interior Mexican Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)Authentic interior Mexican cuisine featuring rich moles and traditional entrees near William Cannon.
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Common questions about Travis Country Green
Is Travis Country Green safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Travis Country Green a good place to live?
On safety, Travis Country Green scores 90/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Travis Country Green?
Walk score 18/100 and bike score 34/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Travis Country Green are safer?
Lost Creek (Austin) (94), Barton Creek (92) score higher nearby.
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