Is Brandywine Hundred safe?
Brandywine Hundred, Delaware · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Brandywine Hundred as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Brandywine Hundred
“Go. Brandywine Hundred is a safe, established suburban area north of Wilmington characterized by tree-lined residential communities, scenic state parks, and busy commercial strips. Violent crime is rare, making it very secure for families and travelers visiting local cultural sites or passing through the Brandywine Valley.”
About the area
Occupying northern New Castle County between Wilmington and the Pennsylvania state line, Brandywine Hundred features rolling suburban subdivisions, historic estates, and lush state parks. The area serves as a tranquil, affluent corridor with major retail concentrated along Concord Pike (US-202).
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Park-Rich
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Brandywine Hundred
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 42/100
No public bike-share system operates here, but recreational paved and unpaved multi-use trails are well-developed inside Bellevue State Park and Brandywine Creek State Park.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than both national and regional averages
- High median household incomes (exceeding $100,000 in many tracts) and strong homeownership rates
- Abundant green space and historic landmarks including Brandywine Creek and Bellevue State Parks
- Low housing vacancy and well-maintained single-family residential neighborhoods
Cons
- Car break-ins and retail theft occasionally occur near major commercial centers along US-202 and Philadelphia Pike
- Car-dependent infrastructure with few sidewalks along major arterials
- Rush-hour traffic congestion along Concord Pike and I-95 corridors
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in residential subdivisions, with occasional individuals panhandling near highway exit ramps or shopping plazas along US-202.
What Brandywine Hundred is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with joggers, dog walkers, and commuters heading toward Wilmington or Philadelphia.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy along shopping corridors like Concord Pike, but residential side streets remain quiet, safe, and pleasant.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential feel with families and patrons visiting neighborhood restaurants; extremely low safety risk.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Calm and very dark on residential roads with minimal foot traffic, where standard suburban property precautions apply.
Transit, parking and getting around
DART First State provides local bus service (including Routes 2, 13, and 61) along main thoroughfares like US-202 and Governor Printz Boulevard. Regional rail connections to SEPTA and Amtrak are accessible via the nearby Wilmington Station or Claymont Station.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the area, with large surface lots at strip malls and plentiful driveway or curbside parking in neighborhoods.
Things to do in Brandywine Hundred
- Hike, birdwatch, or disc golf across the scenic rolling meadows at Bellevue State Park
- Tour the historic Gothic Revival mansion and gardens at Rockwood Park & Museum
- Explore the arts-and-crafts historic village and community theater in neighboring Arden
Local favorites
- Harry's Savoy Grill · Fine Dining / Steakhouse · 4.6★ (1650)A long-standing Brandywine Hundred staple renowned for prime rib, seafood, and classic hospitality.
- Talleyville Frame Shoppe & Gallery · Art Gallery & Custom Framing · 4.9★ (110)A beloved local boutique offering custom picture framing and local Delaware artwork.
- Bellefonte Cafe · Eclectic American Restaurant · 4.6★ (820)A quirky, cozy cafe featuring live music, comfort food, and local art in a homey setting.
Scores are safety-driven — recent reported crime and local news plus Census income, poverty, housing, education, household and access data — refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately and do not affect the safety score. A guide, not a guarantee — conditions change street to street.