Is Yarrabee Bend safe?
Austin, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Yarrabee Bend as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Yarrabee Bend
“Go with care. Yarrabee Bend is a quiet, primarily residential enclave in Southeast Austin with standard suburban safety conditions. Visitors coming for nearby parklands should take basic precautions against opportunistic vehicle break-ins.”
About the area
Yarrabee Bend is a secluded residential neighborhood in Southeast Austin, situated close to McKinney Falls State Park and Onion Creek. It features mostly single-family homes and quiet suburban streets characterized by modest traffic and family-oriented living. It serves primarily as a tranquil residential base rather than a commercial tourist corridor.
- Quiet / Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Nature-Adjacent
- Suburban
Walking and biking in Yarrabee Bend
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 32/100
There are no CapMetro Bikeshare docks in the neighborhood, but recreational cyclists can access trail systems inside McKinney Falls State Park and the Onion Creek Greenbelt.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low rates of violent crime within the interior residential streets
- Immediate proximity to expansive natural recreation areas like McKinney Falls State Park
- Quiet, family-centric suburban environment with minimal through-traffic
Cons
- Occasional property crimes and vehicle break-ins typical of outer Southeast Austin corridors
- Almost no commercial amenities within walking distance, requiring a vehicle for errands
- Limited street lighting along transition roads outside the main subdivision
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is negligible within the interior residential streets, though occasional panhandling and small encampments occur further west along major commercial intersections near I-35.
What Yarrabee Bend is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Calm and peaceful, with residents commuting and regular morning dog walkers on residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and daylight-safe, though foot traffic is sparse outside of park areas.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued and generally safe, with families returning home and minimal exterior commotion.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and isolated on surrounding rural-suburban connectors; keep vehicles locked and stay on illuminated streets.
Transit, parking and getting around
CapMetro operates bus services along major corridors like East William Cannon Drive (including Route 333), though intervals are long and there is no nearby rail service.
Free street parking is plentiful throughout the residential roads, and driveways accommodate most local vehicle parking without meters or garages.
Things to do in Yarrabee Bend
- Hike scenic trails and view waterfalls at adjacent McKinney Falls State Park
- Explore the open green spaces and disc golf course at Onion Creek Metropolitan Park
- Sample authentic local food trucks along East William Cannon Drive
Local favorites
- McKinney Falls State Park · State Park · 4.7★ (4850)Sprawling natural park offering limestone falls, hiking trails, camping, and fishing along Onion Creek.
- Tacos El Charly · Taco Restaurant · 4.6★ (680)Popular local taco trailer known for authentic Mexican street tacos and house-made salsas.
- Taqueria Arandinas · Mexican Restaurant · 4.2★ (1150)Casual neighborhood staple serving classic Mexican breakfast plates, fajitas, and fresh tortillas.
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Common questions about Yarrabee Bend
Is Yarrabee Bend safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Yarrabee Bend a good place to live?
On safety, Yarrabee Bend scores 73/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Yarrabee Bend?
Walk score 18/100 and bike score 32/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Yarrabee Bend are safer?
Greenslopes (86), Onion Creek Forest (76), Logan's Mill (76) score higher nearby.
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