Is Cedarbrook (Cheltenham) safe?
Cheltenham, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Cedarbrook (Cheltenham) as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Cedarbrook (Cheltenham)
“Go. Cedarbrook in Cheltenham Township offers a tranquil, predominantly residential suburban environment with solid safety indicators. While the commercial strip along Cheltenham Avenue experiences standard retail property crime, the residential blocks are quiet and well-maintained.”
About the area
Cedarbrook is a quiet residential enclave situated in Cheltenham Township, Montgomery County, immediately adjacent to the northwest border of Philadelphia. It features leafy streets lined with mid-century single-family homes, townhouses, and active community shopping plazas along Cheltenham Avenue.
- Suburban
- Quiet Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Oriented
Walking and biking in Cedarbrook (Cheltenham)
Walk score: 58/100 · Bike score: 44/100
There are no municipal bike-share stations in the area, and dedicated bike lanes are scarce along high-traffic roads like Cheltenham Avenue, though quiet interior streets are rideable.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Substantially lower violent crime rates compared to adjacent Philadelphia city neighborhoods
- High rates of homeownership and well-maintained residential housing stock
- Solid median household income above county and regional poverty thresholds
- Active local police presence from Cheltenham Township Police Department
Cons
- Commercial corridors along Cheltenham Avenue see regular occurrences of shoplifting and vehicular property crime
- Direct proximity to busy urban thoroughfares brings elevated cut-through traffic
- Limited pedestrian infrastructure outside of the immediate residential blocks
- Suburban sprawl requires reliance on cars for most daily errands
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in the residential neighborhoods, with only occasional individuals soliciting near busy intersections or shopping plaza transit stops along Cheltenham Avenue.
What Cedarbrook (Cheltenham) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and calm as commuters head out and residents walk dogs along residential sidewalks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy around the shopping centers with routine errands, while neighborhood streets remain quiet and safe.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential feel with moderate traffic along major arteries; safe for walking through neighborhood streets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic; residential areas are peaceful, though situational awareness is advised near late-night commercial plazas.
Transit, parking and getting around
SEPTA serves the area with multiple bus routes including the 6, 22, and C connecting to the Broad Street Line at Olney Transportation Center. The nearest regional rail station is Melrose Park or Jenkintown-Wyncote on the SEPTA Regional Rail lines, about 1.5 to 2 miles away.
Parking is abundant and free, with wide residential driveways, open street parking, and large surface lots at local shopping centers.
Things to do in Cedarbrook (Cheltenham)
- Shop and run errands at the Greenleaf at Cheltenham open-air retail center
- Take a quiet walk through the scenic residential blocks toward Curtis Hall Arboretum
- Enjoy casual dining and community gatherings along Cheltenham and Easton Road corridors
Local favorites
- Greenleaf at Cheltenham · Shopping Center · 4.1★ (3850)A major neighborhood outdoor retail hub featuring anchor stores, casual eateries, and daily services.
- Rib Rack · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.2★ (920)Longtime local roadside staple serving hearty racks of ribs, wings, and classic comfort sides.
- Chuck E. Cheese · Family Entertainment · 3.9★ (1150)Popular family entertainment and arcade venue frequented by local families for gatherings.
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Common questions about Cedarbrook (Cheltenham)
Is Cedarbrook (Cheltenham) safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Cedarbrook (Cheltenham) a good place to live?
On safety, Cedarbrook (Cheltenham) scores 76/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Cedarbrook (Cheltenham)?
Walk score 58/100 and bike score 44/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Cedarbrook (Cheltenham) are safer?
Wyndmoor (90), Edge Hill (86), Wyncote (83) score higher nearby.
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