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It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 6 Radnor neighborhoods we score (average 94/100), 6 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
94
Go
Neighborhoods scored
6
6 comfortable to walk
Score mix
- Go: 6
- Go, stay aware: 0
- Caution: 0
- No-go after dark: 0
Top 6 safest neighborhoods in Radnor
- 1West WayneRadnorWest Wayne is an affluent, scenic residential community in Radnor Township characterized by lush tree canopies, stately Victorian and Colonial…95Go
- 2WillowburnRadnorWillowburn is a quiet, heavily wooded community characterized by expansive single-family estates, manicured landscapes, and winding residential…95Go
- 3Radnor StationRadnorSituated in affluent Radnor Township along the historic Main Line, the Radnor Station area blends quiet residential streets, upscale corporate parks…95Go
- 4IthanRadnorIthan is a leafy, historic residential neighborhood situated in Radnor Township, characterized by expansive single-family homes, rolling topography…94Go
- 5Upton (Radnor)RadnorUpton is a tranquil, leafy residential neighborhood situated in Radnor Township, featuring historic stone homes, manicured lawns, and quiet suburban…94Go
- 6Garrett HillRadnorGarrett Hill is a historic, close-knit enclave nestled between Rosemont and Villanova along the Main Line. It features a blend of modest…93Go
Best things to do in Radnor
- Grab comfort food and local craft brews at Kelly's Taproom or The Grog Grill
- Take a peaceful stroll or let children play at Clem Macrone Park
- Walk to adjacent Villanova University campus to tour the historic grounds and collegiate architecture
- Walk, jog, or bike along the paved, tree-shaded Radnor Trail that skirts the area
- Explore the peaceful walking paths and creek-side grounds of Ithan Valley Park
- Tour the historic grounds and scenic open fields of nearby Willows Park and Skunk Hollow
- Walk, run, or cycle along the scenic 2.4-mile Radnor Trail situated along the former rail corridor.
- Take a self-guided architectural walking tour through the North and South Wayne Historic Districts.
Getting around Radnor
Transit
- Public transit is managed by SEPTA, with the Wayne and St. Davids Regional Rail stations (Paoli/Thorndale Line) within walking or short driving distance, providing direct 35-minute rail access to Center City Philadelphia. SEPTA Bus Route 106 also serves the Lancaster Avenue corridor.
- Public transit is provided by SEPTA; while direct service does not penetrate the neighborhood, the Radnor and St. Davids Regional Rail stations (Paoli/Thorndale Line) and the Norristown High Speed Line are accessible within a 5-to-10-minute drive.
- Public transit is operated by SEPTA, featuring Radnor Station on the Paoli/Thorndale Regional Rail line with direct service to Center City Philadelphia, as well as the Radnor stop on the Norristown High Speed Line (NHSL) and local SEPTA Bus Route 106.
Biking & trails
- The neighborhood provides convenient access to the paved 2.4-mile Radnor Trail multi-use greenway, though local municipal bike-share programs are not present in the township.
- There is no bike-share system in the area, but cyclists can access the popular 2.4-mile paved Radnor Trail just a short ride away.
Parking
- Residential street parking is readily available and free throughout the neighborhood, while adjacent downtown Wayne offers ample metered street spaces and municipal surface lots charging around $1.00 per hour.
- Parking is almost entirely handled via private driveways and residential garages; on-street parking is restricted by township regulations and narrow shoulders.
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All Radnor neighborhoods by safety score
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- Radnor StationRadnorSituated in affluent Radnor Township along the historic Main Line, the Radnor Station area blends quiet residential streets, upscale corporate parks…95Go
- West WayneRadnorWest Wayne is an affluent, scenic residential community in Radnor Township characterized by lush tree canopies, stately Victorian and Colonial…95Go
- WillowburnRadnorWillowburn is a quiet, heavily wooded community characterized by expansive single-family estates, manicured landscapes, and winding residential…95Go
- IthanRadnorIthan is a leafy, historic residential neighborhood situated in Radnor Township, characterized by expansive single-family homes, rolling topography…94Go
- Upton (Radnor)RadnorUpton is a tranquil, leafy residential neighborhood situated in Radnor Township, featuring historic stone homes, manicured lawns, and quiet suburban…94Go
- Garrett HillRadnorGarrett Hill is a historic, close-knit enclave nestled between Rosemont and Villanova along the Main Line. It features a blend of modest…93Go
Radnor safety questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Radnor?
West Wayne scores highest at 95/100, followed by Willowburn (95) and Radnor Station (95).
Is Radnor safe to walk at night?
In the 6 green-rated areas, generally yes with normal awareness. None of the areas we score are rated orange or red.
Which Radnor areas should visitors be careful in?
No area in our list falls below the yellow band.
How does VibeLoco score Radnor 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.