Community Information

Austin Areas / Neighborhoods

 

Click a button on the left hand side of the screen to learn more about the various areas and neighborhoods of Austin.

 

Things to do in Austin
  Austin 360
  Austin Events		 Here are two links to help you find fun things to do in Austin.  Austin 360 is sponsored by the Austin American Statesman and provides a movie & live music guide, restaurant reviews, and much more.  The Austin Events website provides another place to find out what's happening in Austin - current & future events, exhibits, music venues, etc.  
Demographic Information See population numbers and future estimates, housing, trends, maps, etc. provided by the Austin City Demographer.
Austin MetroRail See a map and learn more about the new MetroRail running from Cedar Park/Leander to downtown Austin.

News 8 Austin

See today's top news stories and headlines, weather, sports and more.  You can search for past stories, see the 8-day weather forecast and learn about upcoming events. This is one of my favorite websites.

Parent Feedback on Area Schools School ratings don't tell you much about the teachers, staff or the overall feel of a school. The GreatSchools website offers a forum for parents to voice their opinions about schools, and other parents to see what's been said.

Texas Education Agency

Education is a top priority. Here's where you can learn more about the area schools so you can make a good decision about where you want to live and where your children will go to school.  The TEA's website has a wealth of information including how each school within each district is rated.  When you get to the TEA website, select accountability, look for the 2007 ratings, then search by district. Here is a list of the districts in the Austin area:

Austin Hays County (includes Kyle) Pflugerville
Dripping Springs    Lake Travis              Round Rock
Eanes (includes Westlake)    Leander (includes Cedar Park)   

Places to Go

There are many fun places to go in Austin - from historical sites, to entertainment for kids and adults, to beautiful outdoor parks and natural areas. Click here for a list of ideas and links.

Crime in Austin

Austin has a low crime rate compared to other cities around the U.S.  You can gather some information on crime in the area by going to the Austin Police Department website.