Safety at night:Moderate
South Padre Island is generally a safe place, but like any other location, precautionary measures should be taken, especially while walking alone at night. The area is usually lively with beach-goers and tourists, often offering a sense of safety due to the crowd. The island does have a police presence and it's lit well with artificial lights, but it does have occasional reports of petty crimes. Therefore, it's advised to stay in well-populated areas, avoid dimly-lit places, stay alert and maintain vigilance about your surroundings.