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Is Edge Hill safe?

Cheltenham, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly

86out of 100

Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.

VibeLoco rates Edge Hill as “Go”.

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Gogo's take on Edge Hill

“Go. Edge Hill is a safe, established suburban community in Montgomery County characterized by low crime and well-maintained residential properties. Visitors can comfortably explore the neighborhood, local parks, and adjacent commercial hubs at nearly any hour.”

About the area

Edge Hill is a quiet, tree-lined residential community straddling the border of Cheltenham and Abington townships. The neighborhood features a mix of mid-century single-family homes, historic stone residences, and pockets of local commerce near Glenside and Keswick Village.

  • Quiet Suburban
  • Family-Friendly
  • Tree-Lined
  • Historic Charm

Walking and biking in Edge Hill

Walk score: 52/100 · Bike score: 46/100

No public bike-share programs operate in Edge Hill; while residential streets are pleasant for casual riding, arterial roads like Easton Road and Limekiln Pike lack dedicated bike lanes.

Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice

Pros

  • Very low violent crime rate significantly below both regional and national averages
  • High household median income and high owner-occupancy rates ensuring well-maintained properties
  • Close proximity to SEPTA regional rail hubs for direct connections to Center City Philadelphia

Cons

  • Inconsistent sidewalk connectivity on certain older residential streets
  • Occasional opportunistic theft from unlocked vehicles during overnight hours
  • Car dependence for most general shopping and dining needs

Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Edge Hill, with no encampments or panhandling observed in the neighborhood.

What Edge Hill is like at each time of day

Morning · 5a – 11a
Crisp and peaceful with commuters walking to transit stops and neighbors jogging along residential lanes.
Afternoon · 11a – 5p
Safe and quiet with modest residential vehicular traffic and children playing in nearby yards.
Evening · 5p – 10p
Calm and secure as residents return home, though side streets rely mostly on spaced residential lighting.
Late night · 10p – 5a
Very quiet and deserted with exceptionally low incident rates and minimal foot traffic.

Transit, parking and getting around

SEPTA serves the area with Regional Rail via the Glenside and Ardsley stations within a 10 to 20 minute walk, in addition to SEPTA Bus Route 22 and Route 77 running along nearby main thoroughfares.

Street parking is free and readily accessible across residential streets, and commercial destinations provide ample free on-site surface lots.

Things to do in Edge Hill

  • Catch a live concert or touring act at the historic Keswick Theatre located just on the neighborhood border
  • Enjoy peaceful wooded trails and birdwatching at the Edge Hill Woods Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Explore the historic grounds and arboretum trails at nearby Curtis Arboretum

Local favorites

  • The Ways Restaurant & Brewery · Brewpub · 4.6★ (430)
    A cozy family-owned neighborhood brewpub offering small-batch craft beer and seasonal gastropub fare.
  • Keswick Theatre · Performing Arts Theater · 4.6★ (2510)
    An intimate, historic 1928 venue known for excellent acoustics hosting prominent musical acts and comedy.
  • Roberts Block Restaurant · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (395)
    Upscale farm-to-table American dining situated inside a beautifully restored historic rail building.

Neighborhoods near Edge Hill

More: all Cheltenham neighborhoods · safest neighborhoods in Pennsylvania

Common questions about Edge Hill

Is Edge Hill safe to walk at night?

Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.

Is Edge Hill a good place to live?

On safety, Edge Hill scores 86/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.

How walkable is Edge Hill?

Walk score 52/100 and bike score 46/100. Some errands can be done on foot.

Which areas near Edge Hill are safer?

Fitzwatertown (92), Baederwood (91), Five Points (Springfield Township) (90) score higher nearby.

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