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Is Brookthorpe Hills safe?

Marple, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly

92out of 100

Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.

VibeLoco rates Brookthorpe Hills as “Go”.

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Gogo's take on Brookthorpe Hills

“Go. Brookthorpe Hills is an exceptionally safe, quiet, and affluent residential community nestled in Marple Township. Visitors will find virtually nonexistent violent crime and well-maintained suburban surroundings, though you will need a personal vehicle to get around easily.”

About the area

Brookthorpe Hills is a peaceful mid-century and modern single-family neighborhood in Delaware County, Pennsylvania. It is defined by manicured lawns, mature tree canopy, and proximity to major commuter routes like Route 3 (West Chester Pike) and I-476. The vibe is strictly residential and family-oriented with commercial dining and retail concentrated along nearby thoroughfares.

  • Quiet Suburb
  • Family-Friendly
  • Leafy & Green
  • Car-Dependent

Walking and biking in Brookthorpe Hills

Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 26/100

There are no public bike-share programs in the immediate area and dedicated bike lanes are scarce on main thoroughfares, though neighborhood streets are quiet enough for recreational cycling.

Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice

Pros

  • Violent crime rates are near zero with negligible overall property crime.
  • Affluent economic foundation with median household income exceeding $125,000 and poverty below 4%.
  • High rate of homeownership and well-maintained properties with virtually zero residential vacancy.
  • Convenient driving access to the Blue Route (I-476) and Main Line amenities.

Cons

  • Highly car-dependent with almost no commercial destinations reachable on foot.
  • Lacks dedicated pedestrian sidewalks on several residential streets.
  • Limited late-night commercial activity or entertainment in the immediate vicinity.

Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a presence in Brookthorpe Hills, with no encampments or panhandling observed in this residential community.

What Brookthorpe Hills is like at each time of day

Morning · 5a – 11a
Peaceful and serene with neighbors walking dogs and school buses circulating through wide residential streets.
Afternoon · 11a – 5p
Quiet and bright with minimal local traffic except along bordering arterials like West Chester Pike.
Evening · 5p – 10p
Calm and residential as commuters return home; completely safe for evening strolls.
Late night · 10p – 5a
Extremely dark and silent with virtually no foot traffic; street lighting is sparse but personal safety remains very high.

Transit, parking and getting around

Public transit is provided by SEPTA via bus routes like Route 104 running along West Chester Pike; however, the nearest regional rail stations (Media/Wawa Line or Norristown High Speed Line) require a 10-to-15-minute drive.

Parking is abundant, free, and hassle-free, with private driveways dominating the area and unrestricted curb parking permitted along residential streets.

Things to do in Brookthorpe Hills

  • Play a round of golf at the nearby township-owned Paxon Hollow Golf Club.
  • Explore the historic 18th-century Lawrence Cabin on Sproul Road.
  • Walk the wooded trails and picnic grounds at Marple Township's Kent Park.

Local favorites

  • Jacquette's Bakery · Bakery · 4.6★ (320)
    Long-running local spot known for custom cakes, pastries, and traditional Polish pound cakes.
  • Anthony's Ristorante & Banquet Center · Italian Restaurant · 4.4★ (680)
    Classic neighborhood eatery serving hearty Italian fare, seafood, and wood-fired pizza.
  • Paxon Hollow Golf Club · Golf Course & Bistro · 4.3★ (410)
    Public 18-hole championship golf course featuring the Anthony's at Paxon Hollow clubhouse restaurant.

Neighborhoods near Brookthorpe Hills

More: all Marple neighborhoods · safest neighborhoods in Pennsylvania

Common questions about Brookthorpe Hills

Is Brookthorpe Hills safe to walk at night?

Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.

Is Brookthorpe Hills a good place to live?

On safety, Brookthorpe Hills scores 92/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.

How walkable is Brookthorpe Hills?

Walk score 18/100 and bike score 26/100. Most trips need a car.

Which areas near Brookthorpe Hills are safer?

Foxcroft (Marple) (93) score higher nearby.

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