Forests at Inwood, San Antonio

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Forests at Inwood is a quiet, affluent suburban enclave in San Antonio known for its mature tree canopy and large, architecturally distinct homes. While the neighborhood offers a serene residential setting with access to local dining, residents should anticipate notable noise levels from nearby road traffic.

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Moderate PrivacyModerate WalkabilityUpscale Visual CharacterPet Friendly EnvironmentSemi-Rural CharacterQuiet and Car-DependentHigh Traffic NoisePoor Air QualityPurely ResidentialHigh Insurance CoverageLargely ConservativeDiverse Age RangeModerate Flood Safety
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About Forests at Inwood

Forests at Inwood is a residential neighborhood in San Antonio characterized by its mature suburban layout and high visual appeal. The area features spacious homes with complex rooflines and private amenities, set against a backdrop of established greenery. It benefits from a complete absence of industrial proximity, maintaining a strictly residential and commercial profile that contributes to its stable, affluent character.

Living in the area involves specific trade-offs, particularly regarding acoustic comfort, as road traffic contributes to higher than average noise levels. While the neighborhood provides consistent sidewalks and walkable residential streets, it maintains a quiet, low-key vibe with limited immediate access to commercial hubs. It is well-suited for those prioritizing established suburban aesthetics and high health insurance coverage over proximity to high-energy urban centers. According to iHuus data, the area maintains strong flood safety ratings compared to the broader city.

Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities

Privacy Index
Score: 6 out of 10

Residential spacing varies across the area; while many detached homes feature significant tree buffers, some properties are situated closer together than the San Antonio average.

Ranked #56 in San Antonio →
Walkability
Score: 6.9 out of 10

Sidewalks are available along main roads and residential streets are low traffic, making the area slightly more walkable than the San Antonio average. According to iHuus data, the heavy tree canopy provides shade for pedestrians even though sidewalks are not present on every street.

Ranked #174 in San Antonio →
Visual Appeal
Score: 8 out of 10

Large homes with complex architecture and private pools create a highly manicured aesthetic that is notably more upscale than the San Antonio average. According to iHuus data, the presence of expansive driveways and premium amenities contributes to a visually polished landscape.

Ranked #37 in San Antonio →
Dog Friendliness
Score: 6.9 out of 10

Continuous tree canopies and wide verges provide ample space for walking pets. According to iHuus data, the availability of communal green spaces and connected paths makes this area more accommodating for dogs than the San Antonio average.

Ranked #157 in San Antonio →
Urban-Rural Index
Score: 7.1 out of 10

Frequent open land and woodland areas provide a semi-rural feel that is slightly more prevalent here than in the San Antonio average. Residential pockets are interspersed with mature greenery and scattered clusters of commercial use along main arteries.

Ranked #153 in San Antonio →
Neighborhood Vibe
Score: 3.2 out of 10

Low-density residential streets and significant green space create a serene atmosphere, but limited local commerce makes the area less lively than the San Antonio average. Most dining and wellness options require a vehicle for access.

Ranked #358 in San Antonio →
Acoustic Comfort
Score: 2.8 out of 10

Frequent noise from nearby highways and railroad tracks creates a disruptive acoustic environment. According to iHuus data, the level of disturbance here is notably higher than the San Antonio average.

Ranked #356 in San Antonio →
Air Quality
Score: 2 out of 10

Frequent unhealthy air quality levels pose a significant risk to sensitive groups; this area's air quality is slightly worse than the San Antonio average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #110 in San Antonio →
Industrial Proximity
Score: 10 out of 10

No warehouses, heavy industrial facilities, or hazard sites are present within the area. According to iHuus data, this lack of industrial proximity provides a cleaner, more residential environment than the San Antonio average.

Ranked #1 in San Antonio →
Health Insurance Coverage
Score: 8.8 out of 10

Health insurance access is exceptionally high among residents, significantly surpassing the San Antonio average according to iHuus data.

Ranked #63 in San Antonio →
Ideological Lean
Score: 2.4 out of 10

Conservative political views represent a significant majority in this area, marking a notable departure from the more liberal leaning seen across much of San Antonio.

Ranked #450 in San Antonio →
Population Age Profile
Score: 5.3 out of 10

Residents live alongside a balanced mix of young professionals, families, and seniors. According to iHuus data, the age distribution is more varied than the typical San Antonio profile.

Ranked #46 in San Antonio →
Flood Safety
Score: 7.1 out of 10

Flood risk in this area is notably lower than the San Antonio average, though some residual risk remains due to the neighborhood's location within a 500-year floodplain.

Ranked #136 in San Antonio →

Address-Level Insights for Forests at Inwood

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Walkabilityavg 6.44
Score: 6.9 out of 10
Score: 8 out of 10
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Acoustic Comfortavg 4.07
Score: 2.8 out of 10
Score: 7.1 out of 10
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Privacy Indexavg 5.75
Score: 6 out of 10
Score: 6 out of 10
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Visual Appealavg 6.11
Score: 8 out of 10
Score: 6 out of 10
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Dog Friendlinessavg 5.91
Score: 6.9 out of 10
Score: 8 out of 10
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Urban-Rural Indexavg 6.87
Score: 7.1 out of 10
Score: 6.5 out of 10
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Neighborhood Vibeavg 4.35
Score: 3.2 out of 10
Score: 7.2 out of 10
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Health Insurance Coverageavg 5.94
Score: 8.8 out of 10
Score: 8.5 out of 10
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Air Qualityavg 2.27
Score: 2 out of 10
Score: 2 out of 10
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Industrial Proximityavg 8.31
Score: 10 out of 10
Score: 10 out of 10
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Flood Safetyavg 4.2
Score: 7.1 out of 10
Score: 7.7 out of 10
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Ideological Leanavg 7.37
Score: 2.4 out of 10
Score: 8.8 out of 10
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Population Age Profileavg 4.68
Score: 5.3 out of 10
Score: 4.8 out of 10
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Fire Safety
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School Quality
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School Districts Serving Forests at Inwood

North East Independent School District
Grades K–1275 schoolsRatings 4–10/10
7/10
Olmos ElElementary
10/10
Longs Creek ElElementary
10/10
Huebner ElElementary
10/10
Bush MiddleMiddle
10/10
Tejeda MiddleMiddle
10/10
Roan Forest ElElementary
10/10
Canyon Ridge ElElementary
10/10
Wilderness Oak ElElementary
10/10
Tuscany HeightsElementary
10/10
Vineyard Ranch ElElementary
10/10
Hill MiddleMiddle
10/10
Oak Meadow ElElementary
10/10
Castle Hills ElElementary
10/10
Harmony Hills ElElementary
10/10
Hidden Forest ElElementary
10/10
Encino Park ElElementary
10/10
Stone Oak ElElementary
10/10
International School Of AmericaHigh
10/10
Reagan H SHigh
10/10
Lopez MiddleMiddle
10/10
Cibolo GreenElementary
10/10
Las Lomas ElElementary
10/10
Academy Of Creative EdHigh
10/10
Coker ElElementary
8/10
Northwood ElElementary
8/10
Stahl ElElementary
8/10
Bradley MiddleMiddle
8/10
Redland Oaks ElElementary
8/10
Dellview ElElementary
8/10
Oak Grove ElElementary
8/10
Regency Place ElElementary
8/10
Walzem ElElementary
8/10
Wilshire ElElementary
8/10
Woodstone ElElementary
8/10
Hardy Oak ElElementary
8/10
Steubing Ranch ElElementary
8/10
Bulverde CreekElementary
8/10
Johnson H SHigh
8/10
Neisd - Pk4SaPrekindergarten
6/10
Driscoll MiddleMiddle
6/10
Serna ElElementary
6/10
Churchill H SHigh
6/10
Clear Spring ElElementary
6/10
Krueger MiddleMiddle
6/10
Macarthur H SHigh
6/10
Montgomery ElElementary
6/10
Ridgeview ElElementary
6/10
Roosevelt H SHigh
6/10
White MiddleMiddle
6/10
Northern Hills ElElementary
6/10
Royal Ridge ElElementary
6/10
Harris MiddleMiddle
6/10
Pre-K Academy At West AvenuePrekindergarten
6/10
Camelot ElElementary
6/10
Colonial Hills ElElementary
6/10
East Terrell Hills ElElementary
6/10
Eisenhower MiddleMiddle
6/10
Madison H SHigh
6/10
Nimitz MiddleMiddle
6/10
Thousand Oaks ElElementary
6/10
Wetmore ElElementary
6/10
Fox Run ElElementary
6/10
El Dorado ElElementary
4/10
Garner MiddleMiddle
4/10
Jackson MiddleMiddle
4/10
Larkspur ElElementary
4/10
Windcrest ElElementary
4/10
Legacy Of Educational Excellence H SHigh
4/10
Wood MiddleMiddle
4/10
Jackson-Keller ElElementary
4/10
Alter H SHigh
Not rated
North East J J A E PHigh
Not rated
Alternative ElElementary
Not rated
Homebased Comp EdSecondary
Not rated
Alter MiddleMiddle
Not rated
Northside Independent School District
Grades K–12127 schoolsRatings 2–10/10
7/10
Health Careers H SHigh
10/10
Raba ElElementary
10/10
Blattman ElElementary
10/10
Helotes ElElementary
10/10
Beard ElElementary
10/10
Aue ElElementary
10/10
Wernli ElElementary
10/10
Leon Springs ElElementary
10/10
Langley ElElementary
10/10
Garcia MiddleMiddle
10/10
Esparza ElElementary
8/10
Meadow Village ElElementary
8/10
Westwood Terrace ElElementary
8/10
Hobby MiddleMiddle
8/10
Braun Station ElElementary
8/10
Northwest Crossing ElElementary
8/10
Steubing ElElementary
8/10
O'connor H SHigh
8/10
Burke ElElementary
8/10
Rawlinson MiddleMiddle
8/10
Murnin ElElementary
8/10
Briscoe MiddleMiddle
8/10
Lieck ElElementary
8/10
Los Reyes ElElementary
8/10
Bernal MiddleMiddle
8/10
Harlan H SHigh
8/10
Cole ElElementary
8/10
Tomlinson ElElementary
8/10
Stinson MiddleMiddle
8/10
Kuentz ElElementary
8/10
Henderson ElElementary
8/10
Valley Hi ElElementary
8/10
Taft H SHigh
8/10
Galm ElElementary
8/10
Elrod ElElementary
8/10
Brandeis H SHigh
8/10
Mcandrew ElElementary
8/10
Folks MiddleMiddle
8/10
Franklin ElElementary
8/10
Ellison ElElementary
8/10
Kallison ElElementary
8/10
Fields ElElementary
8/10
Straus MiddleMiddle
8/10
Fernandez ElElementary
8/10
Scarborough ElElementary
8/10
Krueger ElElementary
8/10
Wanke ElElementary
8/10
Jefferson MiddleMiddle
8/10
Forester ElElementary
8/10
Adams Hill ElElementary
6/10
Stevenson MiddleMiddle
6/10
Glenn ElElementary
6/10
Allen ElElementary
6/10
Boone ElElementary
6/10
Ross MiddleMiddle
6/10
Rudder MiddleMiddle
6/10
Scobee ElElementary
6/10
Brauchle ElElementary
6/10
Michael ElElementary
6/10
Lewis ElElementary
6/10
Warren H SHigh
6/10
Nichols ElElementary
6/10
Brennan H SHigh
6/10
Reed ElElementary
6/10
Sotomayor H SHigh
6/10
Jordan MiddleMiddle
6/10
Jones MiddleMiddle
6/10
Vale MiddleMiddle
6/10
Behlau ElElementary
6/10
Cable ElElementary
6/10
Villarreal ElElementary
6/10
Leon Valley ElElementary
6/10
Locke Hill ElElementary
6/10
Oak Hills Terrace ElElementary
6/10
Clark H SHigh
6/10
Timberwilde ElElementary
6/10
Zachry MiddleMiddle
6/10
Thornton ElElementary
6/10
May ElElementary
6/10
Myers ElElementary
6/10
Connally MiddleMiddle
6/10
Carson ElElementary
6/10
Ward ElElementary
6/10
Luna MiddleMiddle
6/10
Ott ElElementary
6/10
Driggers ElElementary
6/10
Mireles ElElementary
6/10
Boldt ElElementary
6/10
Mora ElElementary
6/10
Nisd PksaPrekindergarten
6/10
Hoffmann ElElementary
6/10
Fisher ElElementary
6/10
Carlos Coon ElElementary
4/10
Hull ElElementary
4/10
Marshall H SHigh
4/10
Howsman ElElementary
4/10
Linton ElElementary
4/10
Rhodes ElElementary
4/10
Stevens H SHigh
4/10
Evers ElElementary
4/10
Carnahan ElElementary
4/10
Pease MiddleMiddle
4/10
Glenoaks ElElementary
4/10
Holmes H SHigh
4/10
Jay H SHigh
4/10
Rayburn MiddleMiddle
4/10
Powell ElElementary
4/10
Cody ElElementary
4/10
Knowlton ElElementary
4/10
Hatchett ElElementary
4/10
Mcdermott ElElementary
2/10
Colonies North ElElementary
2/10
Martin ElElementary
2/10
Passmore ElElementary
2/10
Neff MiddleMiddle
2/10
Glass ElElementary
2/10
Mead ElElementary
2/10
Reddix CenterOther
Not rated
HomeboundOther
Not rated
Second Chance AcademyMiddle
Not rated
Chavez Excel AcademyHigh
Not rated
Nisd Bexar County JjaHigh
Not rated
Holmgreen CenterOther
Not rated
Alternative H SHigh
Not rated
Alternative MiddleMiddle
Not rated
Daep At HolmgreenHigh
Not rated
Alternative ElMiddle
Not rated

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Forests at Inwood a walkable neighborhood?
The neighborhood features consistent sidewalks along main roads and low-traffic residential streets, making it moderately walkable. However, most commercial amenities require a short drive.
What are the noise levels like in Forests at Inwood?
Residents may experience higher noise levels due to road traffic, which is a primary contributor to the local acoustic environment. The area is otherwise removed from industrial noise sources.
Which school districts serve the Forests at Inwood area?
The neighborhood is served by the North East Independent School District and the Northside Independent School District. Both districts are highly regarded for their academic programs and college readiness metrics.