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It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 4 Upper Gwynedd 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 Upper Gwynedd
- 1West Point (Upper Gwynedd)Upper GwyneddWest Point is a quaint, historical village enclave located within Upper Gwynedd Township in Montgomery County. Known for its proximity to major…93Go
- 2HeebnervilleUpper GwyneddHeebnerville is a peaceful, leafy residential community situated in Upper Gwynedd Township within Montgomery County. Known for its well-kept…93Go
- 3Gwynedd SquareUpper GwyneddGwynedd Square is a classic post-war and contemporary suburban enclave in Montgomery County, centered around residential cul-de-sacs, reputable…93Go
- 4Gwynedd HeightsUpper GwyneddGwynedd Heights is an established residential neighborhood in Upper Gwynedd Township, Montgomery County, located just southwest of Lansdale. It is…90Go
Best things to do in Upper Gwynedd
- Enjoy the playgrounds, walking trails, and sports fields at nearby Parkside Place Park
- Explore the historic brick architecture along Garfield Avenue and Main Street
- Visit the nearby Upper Gwynedd Township Community Center for seasonal community events
- Walk or jog through the scenic trails at nearby Parkside Place Park
- Visit the historic Moyer House and Upper Gwynedd community gardens
- Explore dining, breweries, and retail in adjacent downtown Lansdale
- Explore the walking paths, sports fields, and playground at nearby Parkside Place Park
- Connect to the Green Ribbon Trail along the Wissahickon Creek for scenic nature hikes
Getting around Upper Gwynedd
Transit
- Public transit is managed by SEPTA, with the nearest Regional Rail station located roughly two miles away at North Wales or Pennbrook on the Lansdale/Doylestown Line; local bus service is minimal with SEPTA Route 96 operating nearby.
- Public transit is managed by SEPTA, with the Lansdale or Pennbrook Regional Rail stations (Lansdale/Doylestown Line) located about a 7-to-10-minute drive away. Limited SEPTA bus service (such as Route 96) operates along major corridors nearby.
- Public transit is managed by SEPTA, with the nearest rail options being Lansdale or Pennbrook Stations on the Lansdale/Doylestown Regional Rail Line, about a 5-to-10-minute drive away. SEPTA Bus Route 132 serves nearby main corridors but service within interior residential pockets is minimal.
Biking & trails
- No dedicated bike-share programs exist here, but recreational cyclists can link into the nearby Wissahickon Green Ribbon Trail and local township multi-use paths.
- There is no local municipal bike-share system, but the area offers good cycling connectivity to the multi-use paths at Parkside Place and the nearby Wissahickon Green Ribbon Trail.
Parking
- Parking is readily available and completely free, with private business lots and ample curb parking on residential side streets.
- Parking is completely effortless and free throughout the area, primarily accommodated by private driveways and ample unrestricted on-street parking.
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All Upper Gwynedd neighborhoods by safety score
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- Gwynedd SquareUpper GwyneddGwynedd Square is a classic post-war and contemporary suburban enclave in Montgomery County, centered around residential cul-de-sacs, reputable…93Go
- HeebnervilleUpper GwyneddHeebnerville is a peaceful, leafy residential community situated in Upper Gwynedd Township within Montgomery County. Known for its well-kept…93Go
- West Point (Upper Gwynedd)Upper GwyneddWest Point is a quaint, historical village enclave located within Upper Gwynedd Township in Montgomery County. Known for its proximity to major…93Go
- Gwynedd HeightsUpper GwyneddGwynedd Heights is an established residential neighborhood in Upper Gwynedd Township, Montgomery County, located just southwest of Lansdale. It is…90Go
Upper Gwynedd safety questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Upper Gwynedd?
West Point (Upper Gwynedd) scores highest at 93/100, followed by Heebnerville (93) and Gwynedd Square (93).
Is Upper Gwynedd 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 Upper Gwynedd areas should visitors be careful in?
No area in our list falls below the yellow band.
How does VibeLoco score Upper Gwynedd 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.