Is Baederwood safe?
Abington, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Baederwood as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Baederwood
“Go. Baederwood is an exceptionally safe, affluent suburban community in Abington Township. Visitors will find manicured residential streets, accessible shopping plazas, and virtually non-existent violent crime.”
About the area
Baederwood is a leafy, tranquil suburban enclave located in Montgomery County just north of Philadelphia. The neighborhood is defined by mid-century single-family homes, garden apartment complexes, and convenient shopping centers along The Fairway. It provides a peaceful base with immediate proximity to major regional healthcare facilities and regional rail lines.
- Affluent Suburb
- Family-Friendly
- Peaceful
- Tree-Lined
Walking and biking in Baederwood
Walk score: 52/100 · Bike score: 45/100
There are no bike-share docking stations or dedicated on-street bike lanes, though neighborhood roads and nearby park trails offer safe recreational cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime and property crime rates are well below state and national averages.
- High median household incomes and strong economic stability across the census tract.
- Well-maintained properties with high owner occupancy and virtually zero residential blight.
Cons
- Car dependency along busy surrounding corridors like Route 611 (Old York Road).
- Isolated incidents of opportunistic overnight vehicle break-ins common to suburban areas.
- Limited sidewalk connectivity and street lighting on some interior residential cul-de-sacs.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Baederwood. Encampments and active panhandling are virtually nonexistent in the area.
What Baederwood is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog-walkers, joggers, and commuters heading out with zero safety concerns.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Pleasant and relaxed with steady, safe foot traffic around local shopping centers and parks.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and calm as retail activity winds down and residential streets clear out.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and deserted, yet remains safe with minimal ambient disturbance or street crime.
Transit, parking and getting around
SEPTA serves the area with bus Route 55 along Old York Road. Noble Station on the SEPTA West Trenton Regional Rail Line is located roughly 10 to 15 minutes away on foot for direct trains to Center City Philadelphia.
Parking is exceptionally easy and free, with large surface lots at the shopping centers and plentiful curbside parking on residential streets.
Things to do in Baederwood
- Enjoy the walking paths, open fields, and playground at Baederwood Park.
- Browse the boutiques, specialty grocers, and dining spots at Baederwood Shopping Center.
- Visit neighboring Alverthorpe Park for miniature golf, tennis courts, and nature trails.
Local favorites
- Whole Foods Market · Supermarket · 4.4★ (1620)Anchor organic grocer in the Baederwood Shopping Center with a hot bar and coffee counter.
- Marco Polo Restaurant & Bar · Italian Restaurant · 4.4★ (1150)Longstanding neighborhood staple serving classic Italian-American entrees and cocktails.
- Naf Naf Grill · Middle Eastern Restaurant · 4.3★ (460)Casual counter-service stop offering custom shawarma bowls, falafel, and freshly baked pita.
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Common questions about Baederwood
Is Baederwood safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Baederwood a good place to live?
On safety, Baederwood scores 91/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Baederwood?
Walk score 52/100 and bike score 45/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Baederwood are safer?
Baederwood scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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