Is Collingdale safe?
Collingdale, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Collingdale as “Caution”.
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Gogo's take on Collingdale
“Go with care. Collingdale is a dense, working-class inner-ring suburb that is generally manageable during the day, but requires standard urban street awareness after dark. Visitors stopping for local food or transit connections should keep their belongings secure and stay alert along major corridors.”
About the area
Collingdale is an older, tightly packed residential borough in Delaware County situated just southwest of Philadelphia. Anchored by the commercial corridor along MacDade Boulevard and serviced by SEPTA trolleys, the area features modest twin homes, rowhouses, and small family-owned businesses.
- Inner-Ring Suburb
- Transit-Connected
- Working-Class
- Dense Residential
Walking and biking in Collingdale
Walk score: 74/100 · Bike score: 52/100
There is no municipal bike-share system in Collingdale, and dedicated bike lanes are absent, though low-stress neighborhood side streets allow for basic local cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Convenient direct transit connectivity into West Philadelphia and Center City via SEPTA trolley and bus routes
- Active residential community with long-standing neighborhood pride and localized civic parks
- Relatively low median housing costs compared to outer Philadelphia suburbs
Cons
- Property crime and vehicle theft rates sit higher than the Pennsylvania state median
- Median household income is below regional suburban averages with pockets of economic distress
- MacDade Boulevard experiences heavy vehicular traffic and occasional pedestrian safety concerns
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not widespread, though occasional individuals experiencing homelessness or requesting assistance may be seen near high-traffic transit stops and convenience stores along MacDade Boulevard.
What Collingdale is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Active and quiet as commuters head to work and students walk to local bus and trolley stops.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Bustling with routine errand traffic and school dismissals along MacDade Boulevard with minimal concern.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Commercial traffic slows down, and quiet sets in on residential blocks; stay mindful of your surroundings.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Streets are largely deserted, and increased caution is advised due to periodic property crime and vehicle tampering.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by SEPTA, featuring the Route 102 Media-Sharon Hill Line trolley passing through the borough and connecting to 69th Street Transportation Center, alongside SEPTA Bus Route 113 along MacDade Boulevard.
Parking consists primarily of free but competitive street parking on dense residential side streets, with dedicated surface lots available at local strip plazas along MacDade Boulevard.
Things to do in Collingdale
- Visit Collingdale Park for neighborhood community events, ballfields, and recreation
- Ride the historic SEPTA Route 102 trolley along the scenic suburban right-of-way
- Explore local comfort food, delis, and classic Philadelphia-style hoagie shops along MacDade Boulevard
Local favorites
- Nino's Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.2★ (280)A long-running neighborhood counter offering classic pies, cheesesteaks, and Italian hoagies.
- Broadway Bar & Grille · Bar & Grill · 4.1★ (210)Casual local tavern serving pub fare, wings, and draft beer in a no-frills setting.
- Philly Pretzel Factory · Bakery · 4.5★ (320)Local outpost of the regional favorite serving fresh-baked soft pretzels and dips.
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Common questions about Collingdale
Is Collingdale safe to walk at night?
Take care after dark: stick to lit main streets or take a ride.
Is Collingdale a good place to live?
On safety, Collingdale scores 62/100 — below average, so visit at different times of day before deciding to move.
How walkable is Collingdale?
Walk score 74/100 and bike score 52/100. Most errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Collingdale are safer?
Aldan (78), Glenolden (76), Kellyville (70) score higher nearby.
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