A+

Highland Park West / Balcones

Austin, TX

Crime Score: A+ - Very low or no crime

3,568
Population
$175,716
Median Income
$1,635,047
Median Home Value
48.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 143
Robbery 95
Burglary 51
Larceny/Theft 97
Vehicle Theft 64

Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.

Housing & Real Estate

$1,635,047
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
88.1%
Renter Occupied
11.9%
Vacant
5.7%

Cost of Living

57% higher than national average
🏠 Housing +49%
🛒 Food & Groceries +41%
🚗 Transportation +48%
🏥 Healthcare +32%
💡 Utilities +26%

Compared to U.S. national average

Demographics

Education Level

5.1%
High School+
42.2%
Bachelor's+
37.6%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
94.8%
Black/African American
0.9%
Hispanic/Latino
6.6%
Asian
1.6%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
61° / 38°F
Summer (Jul)
95° / 73°F
🌧️
33.9"
Annual Rain
❄️
1.0"
Annual Snow

About Highland Park West / Balcones

Highland Park West / Balcones is a neighborhood located in Austin, TX. With a crime score of A+, this area has very low or no crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.

The neighborhood has a population of approximately 3,568 residents with a median household income of $175,716 .

Safety Tips

  • Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
  • Keep valuables out of sight in your vehicle
  • Get to know your neighbors and join community watch programs
  • Report suspicious activity to local authorities