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It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 4 Lower Moreland neighborhoods we score (average 92/100), 4 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
92
Go
Neighborhoods scored
4
4 comfortable to walk
Score mix
- Go: 4
- Go, stay aware: 0
- Caution: 0
- No-go after dark: 0
Top 4 safest neighborhoods in Lower Moreland
- 1Albidale IILower MorelandAlbidale II is an established, picturesque suburban neighborhood characterized by manicured lawns, mature trees, and spacious single-family homes. It…94Go
- 2Valley FallsLower MorelandValley Falls is a picturesque, semi-rural and residential neighborhood in Lower Moreland Township defined largely by the wooded expanse of Lorimer…93Go
- 3PhilmontLower MorelandPhilmont is a tranquil, leafy suburban neighborhood centered around the historic Philmont Country Club and the SEPTA Regional Rail station in Lower…91Go
- 4AlnwickLower MorelandAlnwick is a picturesque residential neighborhood characterized by spacious single-family homes, mature tree cover, and well-maintained properties…91Go
Best things to do in Lower Moreland
- Hike up to Council Rock inside Lorimer Park for panoramic views of the Pennypack Creek valley
- Walk, jog, or cycle along the scenic crushed-stone Pennypack Trail
- Picnic or fish along the quiet banks of the Pennypack Creek near the historic mill site
- Explore the nearby Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust trails for scenic hiking and birdwatching
- Take an architectural and historic tour of the nearby Bryn Athyn Cathedral and Glencairn Museum
- Play a round of golf or attend community events at surrounding local country clubs and parks
- Walk, run, or cycle along the scenic Pennypack Trail extension passing right through Lower Moreland.
- Play a round of golf or attend private events at the historic Philmont Country Club.
Getting around Lower Moreland
Transit
- Public transit is provided by SEPTA; the Bethayres and Philmont Regional Rail stations on the West Trenton Line are about a 5 to 7 minute drive away, offering direct service to Center City Philadelphia.
- Public transit is provided by SEPTA; the closest rail options are the Fox Chase Line (Fox Chase Station) and the West Trenton Line (Bethayres Station), both located roughly 1 to 2 miles away, with limited bus connections on SEPTA Route 24 along nearby corridors.
- Served directly by SEPTA Regional Rail at Philmont Station on the West Trenton Line, providing a direct ~35-minute ride to Center City Philadelphia. Local bus connectivity is limited, though SEPTA Bus Route 24 operates along nearby corridors.
Biking & trails
- There are no public bike-share stations in the neighborhood, but cyclists can access the extensive Pennypack Trail network a short ride to the west.
- While municipal bike-share is not available, the neighborhood provides direct access to the Pennypack Trail, a popular multi-use path stretching through Montgomery County into Philadelphia.
Parking
- Parking is exceptionally easy and free, with ample space in private multi-car driveways and unrestricted on-street residential parking throughout the subdivision.
- Free and ample parking is readily available at designated Lorimer Park trailheads and visitor lots; residential streets allow easy, unmetered parking where permitted.
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All Lower Moreland neighborhoods by safety score
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- Albidale IILower MorelandAlbidale II is an established, picturesque suburban neighborhood characterized by manicured lawns, mature trees, and spacious single-family homes. It…94Go
- Valley FallsLower MorelandValley Falls is a picturesque, semi-rural and residential neighborhood in Lower Moreland Township defined largely by the wooded expanse of Lorimer…93Go
- AlnwickLower MorelandAlnwick is a picturesque residential neighborhood characterized by spacious single-family homes, mature tree cover, and well-maintained properties…91Go
- PhilmontLower MorelandPhilmont is a tranquil, leafy suburban neighborhood centered around the historic Philmont Country Club and the SEPTA Regional Rail station in Lower…91Go
Lower Moreland safety questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Lower Moreland?
Albidale II scores highest at 94/100, followed by Valley Falls (93) and Philmont (91).
Is Lower Moreland safe to walk at night?
In the 4 green-rated areas, generally yes with normal awareness. None of the areas we score are rated orange or red.
Which Lower Moreland areas should visitors be careful in?
No area in our list falls below the yellow band.
How does VibeLoco score Lower Moreland 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.