Is Brookwood (Bensalem) safe?
Bensalem, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Brookwood (Bensalem) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Brookwood (Bensalem)
“Go. Brookwood is a calm, predominantly residential suburban community in Bensalem that is safe for everyday visitors and travelers. While commercial corridors nearby experience typical suburban retail and vehicle property crimes, the interior residential streets remain tranquil and well-patrolled.”
About the area
Brookwood is an established, mid-century suburban enclave within Bensalem Township, Bucks County, comprising single-family residences, townhomes, and low-rise multi-family housing. Positioned just north of Philadelphia's outer border, it provides a quiet residential atmosphere with immediate convenience to regional shopping corridors and thoroughfares.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
- Residential
Walking and biking in Brookwood (Bensalem)
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 34/100
There is no bike-share program and on-street bike lanes are largely absent; cycling is primarily recreational and confined to low-speed residential side streets.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low rates of violent crime backed by responsive coverage from the Bensalem Township Police Department.
- Stable working-to-middle class community with solid homeownership and low residential vacancy.
- Convenient access to regional healthcare facilities, major highways, and county park amenities.
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property theft, including catalytic converter thefts and unlocked vehicle break-ins.
- High vehicular congestion and limited pedestrian infrastructure along bordering arterial roads.
- Uneven sidewalk continuity and dim lighting along select interior residential streets.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within Brookwood's residential streets, though brief panhandling occasionally occurs near major commercial intersections along Street Road.
What Brookwood (Bensalem) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents walking dogs, children catching school buses, and steady commuter traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Low-stress and quiet, with routine suburban activity throughout neighborhood side streets.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential as families return home; safe for walking along well-lit blocks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Subdued with very light foot traffic; generally safe, though standard caution around dark intersections is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by SEPTA, with bus routes like the 129, 130, and 50 running along bordering arterials, offering connections to the Cornwells Heights Regional Rail Station roughly 3 miles south.
Parking is straightforward and free, with ample residential driveway space and unrestricted curbside street parking throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in Brookwood (Bensalem)
- Enjoy the playgrounds, pavilions, and paved walking loops at Bensalem Township Community Park.
- Dine at family-owned eateries and specialty bakeries along the adjacent Knights and Street Road corridors.
- Take a short drive to Neshaminy State Park along the Delaware River for boating, picnic areas, and riverfront trails.
Local favorites
- Nifty Fifty's Bensalem · Retro American Diner · 4.4★ (3850)A vibrant 1950s-style diner famed for fresh-ground burgers, homestyle fries, and an extensive milkshake menu.
- Michael's Restaurant & Lounge · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (1820)Longtime local staple on Street Road serving hearty American classics, steaks, and diner favorites.
- Bella Italia Pizza & Restaurant · Pizza / Italian · 4.4★ (340)Neighborhood pizzeria offering New York-style pies, cheesesteaks, hoagies, and classic baked pasta dishes.
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Common questions about Brookwood (Bensalem)
Is Brookwood (Bensalem) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Brookwood (Bensalem) a good place to live?
On safety, Brookwood (Bensalem) scores 80/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Brookwood (Bensalem)?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 34/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Brookwood (Bensalem) are safer?
Bridgewater (81) score higher nearby.
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