Is Lower Makefield, PA safe?

It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 3 Lower Makefield neighborhoods we score (average 94/100), 3 are comfortable to walk around with normal awareness. Green means comfortable on foot; red means we would not walk it casually.

What makes up this score?

City average

Neighborhoods scored

3 comfortable to walk

Score mix

Go: 3
Go, stay aware: 0
Caution: 0
No-go after dark: 0

Top 3 safest neighborhoods in Lower Makefield

1RoelofsLower MakefieldRoelofs is a quiet, tree-canopied residential enclave in Lower Makefield Township characterized by spacious single-family homes, rolling landscapes…95Go
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2Woodside (Lower Makefield)Lower MakefieldWoodside is a historic crossroads neighborhood in Lower Makefield Township, Bucks County, defined by spacious single-family homes, historic stone…94Go
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3Scammells CornerLower MakefieldScammells Corner is a tranquil, historic corner of Lower Makefield Township characterized by rolling greenery, manicured single-family estates, and…94Go
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Best things to do in Lower Makefield

Pick seasonal fruits, browse the farm market, or attend seasonal festivals at nearby Shady Brook Farm
Walk, run, or cycle along the scenic Delaware Canal State Park Towpath just east of the area
Stroll through neighboring Yardley Borough for riverside dining, local breweries, and boutique shops
Bike or walk along the nearby Delaware Canal State Park Towpath along the river
Pick seasonal fruits and attend community festivals at neighboring Shady Brook Farm
Play a round of golf on the rolling terrain of Makefield Highlands Golf Club
Visit nearby Shady Brook Farm for seasonal festivals, pick-your-own produce, and light shows.
Take a scenic bike ride or jog along the nearby Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park trail network.

Getting around Lower Makefield

Transit

SEPTA Regional Rail serves the area via the Yardley and Woodbourne stations on the West Trenton Line, both about a 5 to 8-minute drive away; there are no direct municipal bus routes running through Roelofs.
Public transit does not directly serve Woodside; the closest option is the SEPTA West Trenton Line at Yardley Station, situated about 2.5 miles away and requiring personal vehicle access.
Public transit is very limited in the immediate area. SEPTA Regional Rail operates the West Trenton Line at nearby Yardley Station (about 3 miles away), providing direct service into Center City Philadelphia.

Biking & trails

There are no local bike-share stations, but road cyclists regularly utilize township secondary roads to connect to the 58-mile Delaware Canal State Park Towpath.
There is no bike-share program, but road cycling is common, and the Delaware Canal State Park multi-use towpath is easily accessible a short ride to the east.

Parking

Parking is free, abundant, and primarily consists of private driveways with ample roadside parking along local residential streets.
Parking is abundant and free, primarily situated in private driveways and dedicated lots at local businesses and recreational facilities.

All Lower Makefield neighborhoods by safety score

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Lower Makefield safety questions

What is the safest neighborhood in Lower Makefield?

Roelofs scores highest at 95/100, followed by Woodside (Lower Makefield) (94) and Scammells Corner (94).

Is Lower Makefield safe to walk at night?

In the 3 green-rated areas, generally yes with normal awareness. None of the areas we score are rated orange or red.

Which Lower Makefield areas should visitors be careful in?

No area in our list falls below the yellow band.

How does VibeLoco score Lower Makefield neighborhoods?

Each score blends recent reported crime and local news with Census data on income, poverty and housing, refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately.