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Is Edgmont safe?

Edgmont, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly

94out of 100

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

VibeLoco rates Edgmont as “Go”.

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Gogo's take on Edgmont

“Go. Edgmont is an exceptionally safe, affluent semi-rural township in Delaware County characterized by rolling landscapes, equestrian properties, and vast open space. Visitors face virtually no violent crime risks, though navigating winding, unlit backroads requires attentive driving.”

About the area

Edgmont Township is a tranquil, upscale suburban-rural enclave located just west of Philadelphia's Main Line and Media. It offers scenic natural beauty, historic farmsteads, and direct access to expansive green spaces like Ridley Creek State Park.

  • Affluent
  • Semi-Rural
  • Scenic / Quiet
  • Car-Dependent

Walking and biking in Edgmont

Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 22/100

There are no municipal bike-share stations; road cycling on narrow rural corridors requires caution, but extensive multi-use paved and unpaved trails are available in neighboring Ridley Creek State Park.

Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice

Pros

  • Violent and property crime rates are among the lowest in the greater Philadelphia region.
  • Affluent economic profile with median household incomes well above $150,000 and minimal poverty.
  • Expansive preserved parklands, peaceful residential estates, and clean natural surroundings.

Cons

  • Extreme car dependency with practically no sidewalks along main roadways.
  • Dark, winding two-lane roads with narrow shoulders can present driving hazards at night.
  • Very few commercial, dining, or retail amenities directly inside township borders.

Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually nonexistent in Edgmont, with no encampments or panhandling in the township.

What Edgmont is like at each time of day

Morning · 5a – 11a
Peaceful and serene with light local commuting traffic; exceptionally safe.
Afternoon · 11a – 5p
Quiet and tranquil with park visitors and equestrians; very secure.
Evening · 5p – 10p
Calm and dark with nearly silent residential lanes and zero street disturbances.
Late night · 10p – 5a
Pitch-black country roads remain extremely safe from crime, though wildlife crossings require caution.

Transit, parking and getting around

Public transit is largely absent within the township; SEPTA Bus Route 104 skirts the northern edge along Route 3 (West Chester Pike), but a private car is essential for getting around.

Parking is completely hassle-free with free surface lots available at parks, farm stands, and commercial centers; street parking is rarely permitted or necessary on narrow rural roads.

Things to do in Edgmont

  • Hike, fish, and explore historic stone buildings at adjacent Ridley Creek State Park.
  • Play a round of golf on the scenic fairways at Edgmont Country Club.
  • Visit the nearby Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation to experience authentic 18th-century farm life.

Local favorites

  • Edgmont Country Club · Golf Course & Event Venue · 4.3★ (215)
    Scenic golf course nestled in rolling hills offering banquet facilities and casual dining.
  • La Porta Ristorante & Bar · Italian Restaurant · 4.4★ (540)
    Popular nearby dining spot serving refined Italian cuisine, wood-fired pizza, and cocktails.
  • Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation · Living History Museum · 4.7★ (320)
    Living history farm located in the adjacent state park grounds with period demonstrations.

Neighborhoods near Edgmont

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Common questions about Edgmont

Is Edgmont safe to walk at night?

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

Is Edgmont a good place to live?

On safety, Edgmont scores 94/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.

How walkable is Edgmont?

Walk score 12/100 and bike score 22/100. Most trips need a car.

Which areas near Edgmont are safer?

Willistown (96) score higher nearby.

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