Is County Line safe?
Upper Southampton, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates County Line as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on County Line
“Go. County Line and the broader Upper Southampton area represent a quiet, prosperous, and secure suburban community in Bucks County. Visitors face minimal safety risks aside from routine traffic on primary arterial roads, making it a very safe place to live, shop, or visit.”
About the area
County Line refers to the suburban corridor along County Line Road bordering Montgomery and Bucks Counties in Upper Southampton Township. The area is defined by strip shopping centers, quiet subdivisions, well-kept single-family homes, and local commercial plazas. It offers classic lower Bucks County suburban tranquility with easy driving access to regional parks and neighboring historic towns.
- Quiet Suburb
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Safe & Peaceful
Walking and biking in County Line
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 34/100
There are no municipal bike-share stations, and main roads lack dedicated bike lanes, but the paved Pennypack Trail is easily accessible just across the Montgomery County line.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are exceptionally low and significantly below state and national averages
- High household median incomes exceeding $95,000 and poverty rates below 5%
- High homeownership rates and stable, well-maintained residential housing stock
- Active, well-resourced local police department (Upper Southampton Township Police)
Cons
- Heavy vehicular traffic and occasional speed-related accidents along County Line Road and PA-232
- Occasional opportunistic property theft such as unlocked vehicle break-ins in retail parking lots
- Poor pedestrian infrastructure along main commercial thoroughfares with limited continuous sidewalks
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Upper Southampton, with virtually no encampments or panhandling observed in the area.
What County Line is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and busy with local commuters heading out along County Line Road; perfectly safe for walking or jogging in residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Active with local shoppers at neighborhood plazas and service centers with zero personal safety concerns.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and family-oriented as businesses wind down and restaurants fill up with local diners.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet and deserted outside of local taverns; exceptionally low crime, though unlit roads make visibility a factor for drivers.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is limited and operated by SEPTA via Bus Route 55 along Route 232 (2nd Street Pike). Regional Rail service is accessible via a short 5- to 10-minute drive to the Somerton or Philmont stations on the SEPTA West Trenton Line.
Parking is abundant, hassle-free, and entirely free in large surface lots serving all local shopping centers, restaurants, and parks.
Things to do in County Line
- Explore the walking trails, disc golf course, and historic farmhouse at nearby Tamanend Community Park
- Sample craft beers and elevated pub food in a converted historic train depot at Steam Pub
- Bike or stroll along sections of the scenic Pennypack Trail just south into Montgomery County
Local favorites
- Steam Pub · Gastropub · 4.5★ (2150)A lively restaurant and bar housed in a converted 19th-century railway station serving modern American fare and craft drinks.
- Robin Hood Restaurant · Diner · 4.5★ (1100)A beloved local breakfast and lunch staple serving hearty classic diner fare with retro charm.
- Maggio's Restaurant · Italian Restaurant · 4.3★ (1420)Long-running family-friendly Italian restaurant and tavern known for pizza, pasta, and casual dining.
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Common questions about County Line
Is County Line safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is County Line a good place to live?
On safety, County Line scores 89/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is County Line?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 34/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near County Line are safer?
Albidale II (94) score higher nearby.
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