Is Concordville safe?
Concord, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Concordville as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Concordville
“Go. Concordville is an exceptionally safe, affluent suburban community in Delaware County characterized by low crime and well-maintained commercial centers. Visitors will face virtually no violent crime risks, though navigating the heavy traffic along Route 1 and Route 322 requires basic driving awareness.”
About the area
Concordville is an unincorporated community within Concord Township, centered around the intersection of US Routes 1 and 322. It offers a blend of historic charm, modern suburban retail plazas, upscale dining, and quiet residential subdivisions.
- Affluent Suburb
- Commercial Hub
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Concordville
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 22/100
There is no local bike-share system, and cycling is difficult due to high-speed arterial roads without dedicated bike lanes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are among the lowest in the greater Philadelphia region.
- High median household income exceeding $140,000 and poverty rates below 3%.
- Well-resourced local emergency services and prominent State Police coverage.
- Modern, clean shopping plazas with well-lit parking infrastructure.
Cons
- Occasional retail theft and vehicle break-ins in busy shopping center parking lots.
- Heavy vehicular congestion and high-speed traffic along the Route 1 corridor.
- Extremely low pedestrian infrastructure, making walking between venues hazardous.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Concordville, with no encampments or concentrated panhandling observed in the area.
What Concordville is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and busy with commuters, feeling completely safe around plazas and residential roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Active retail traffic fills the shopping centers; completely safe for shoppers and visitors.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and quiet dining atmosphere with well-lit parking areas and no noticeable safety concerns.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic and extremely quiet; safe, though highway traffic remains fast-moving.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is very limited in Concordville; SEPTA Bus Route 111 provides periodic regional bus connections toward 69th Street Transportation Center, but the nearest rail station is Wawa Station (Media/Wawa Line), about a 10-minute drive away.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the area, consisting of expansive surface lots in commercial plazas and private hotel/restaurant lots.
Things to do in Concordville
- Explore unique garden displays, home decor, and seasonal workshops at Terrain at Styer's.
- Shop and dine at the expansive Concordville Town Centre outdoor shopping complex.
- Take a short drive to the nearby Brandywine Battlefield Historic Site to explore local Revolutionary War history.
Local favorites
- Terrain Cafe · Farm-to-Table Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)A greenhouse-set cafe serving seasonal, locally sourced American dishes and artisanal beverages.
- Concordville Inn Restaurant · American Restaurant · 4.3★ (980)A long-standing local staple offering classic steak and seafood entrees in a traditional, relaxed setting.
- Il Granaio · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (820)An elegant BYOB Italian trattoria known for house-made pasta and elevated regional specialties.
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Common questions about Concordville
Is Concordville safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Concordville a good place to live?
On safety, Concordville 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 Concordville?
Walk score 28/100 and bike score 22/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Concordville are safer?
Chadds Ford (94), Thornbury (94), Thornbury (Thornbury Township) (94) score higher nearby.
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