Is Audubon safe?
Lower Providence, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Audubon as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Audubon
“Go. Audubon is a quiet, affluent suburban community in Montgomery County that offers exceptionally low crime and safe surroundings for visitors. The area is centered around historic sites, corporate centers, and peaceful residential neighborhoods.”
About the area
Located in Lower Providence Township near Valley Forge, Audubon is best known for its historic Mill Grove estate and easy access to Schuylkill River recreation. It features leafy residential streets, modern shopping plazas along Egypt Road, and well-maintained public parks.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Historic / Green
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Audubon
Walk score: 34/100 · Bike score: 41/100
There is no local bike-share program, but cyclists enjoy convenient connection to the Schuylkill River Trail and the Perkiomen Trail just south and west of the community.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent and property crime rates are well below state and national averages.
- High median household income exceeding $110,000 with poverty rates under 4%.
- Well-maintained housing stock with high homeownership rates.
- Quick access to major regional parks and the Schuylkill River Trail network.
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent layout with limited pedestrian infrastructure on major thoroughfares.
- Peak-hour traffic congestion along Egypt Road and Trooper Road corridors.
- Minimal nightlife or late-night commercial activity.
- Infrequent public transit coverage requiring personal vehicle use.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Audubon, with no established encampments or regular street panhandling.
What Audubon is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with locals jogging along neighborhood streets and light commuter traffic on main roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy around shopping plazas and school zones with very low safety risk.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and secure, with residential neighborhoods winding down early.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and safe, though streets are mostly empty and poorly lit outside commercial areas.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by SEPTA via bus route 99 connecting to Norristown Transportation Center and Phoenixville. There is no rail station in Audubon directly, with the nearest Regional Rail access located a 10-15 minute drive away in Norristown or Paoli.
Parking is exceptionally easy and free, with expansive surface lots at shopping centers and easy curbside parking in residential subdivisions.
Things to do in Audubon
- Tour the historic museum and walk the scenic bird-watching trails at John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove.
- Explore the nearby walking paths and historical monuments at Valley Forge National Historical Park.
- Shop and dine at the Audubon Village Shopping Center.
Local favorites
- John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove · Historical Landmark & Nature Center · 4.7★ (840)Historic 18th-century estate museum celebrating artist John James Audubon, surrounded by nature trails.
- Corropolese Bakery & Deli · Italian Bakery · 4.7★ (1150)Beloved local bakery known for traditional Italian tomato pies, sandwiches, and pastries.
- Chubby's Dairy Barn · Ice Cream Shop · 4.6★ (320)Classic outdoor seasonal ice cream stand serving soft serve, sundaes, and water ice.
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Common questions about Audubon
Is Audubon safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Audubon a good place to live?
On safety, Audubon scores 90/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Audubon?
Walk score 34/100 and bike score 41/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Audubon are safer?
Wetherills Corner (91), Cannon Run West (91), Crestwyck (91) score higher nearby.
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