Is Evergreen Farms safe?
Middletown, Delaware · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Evergreen Farms as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Evergreen Farms
“Go. Evergreen Farms is an exceptionally safe, quiet residential subdivision in Middletown with minimal crime risk for visitors and residents alike. The primary hazard here is standard suburban traffic rather than violent or street crime. Visitors can walk, jog, and explore the neighborhood with complete peace of mind at almost any hour.”
About the area
Evergreen Farms is a peaceful, modern residential community situated in Middletown, Delaware, characterized by well-kept single-family homes, sidewalks, and quiet cul-de-sacs. It represents typical suburban New Castle County living with strong community ties, excellent schools nearby, and low overall activity outside of family routines. While it offers little in terms of commercial attractions within the subdivision itself, it provides a safe and tranquil base close to town amenities.
- Quiet Suburb
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Well-Maintained
Walking and biking in Evergreen Farms
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 34/100
There are no dedicated municipal bike-share stations or protected bike lanes within the subdivision, but internal neighborhood streets have low traffic volumes suitable for casual cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly below-average violent and property crime rates compared to state and national averages
- High household median income and homeownership rates fostering stable, well-maintained properties
- Paved internal sidewalks and well-lit residential streets ideal for jogging and family walks
Cons
- Strictly residential layout requiring a vehicle to reach dining, retail, or entertainment
- Virtually no public transit options directly servicing the interior of the subdivision
- Isolated environment with sparse street activity during late night hours
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Evergreen Farms or the immediate surrounding suburban developments.
What Evergreen Farms is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with school buses, dog walkers, and morning joggers utilizing the neighborhood sidewalks safely.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with low vehicular traffic and children playing in front yards or riding bicycles.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential winding-down period with families returning home; streets remain very safe for evening walks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and silent with virtually no foot traffic, though safety remains consistently high due to negligible crime.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is very limited; DART First State provides bus route 301 and route 43 along main regional arteries in Middletown, but reaching a stop requires a drive or lengthy walk from the neighborhood.
Parking is completely hassle-free with ample private driveways and unrestricted, free street parking throughout the subdivision.
Things to do in Evergreen Farms
- Take a relaxing stroll or bike ride through the quiet, tree-lined residential loops and cul-de-sacs
- Spend an afternoon enjoying the walking trails, playground, and fishing pond at nearby Charles E. Price Memorial Park
- Explore the historic downtown district of Middletown along Main Street, just a short drive away
Local favorites
- 1861 Southern Kitchen and Bourbon Bar · Southern Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)Upscale gastropub offering craft cocktails, a wide bourbon selection, and elevated Southern comfort food.
- Volunteer Brewing Company · Brewery · 4.8★ (230)Community-focused microbrewery serving seasonal craft beers in a converted home with an outdoor beer garden.
- From Italy Restaurant · Italian Restaurant · 4.3★ (580)Longtime local spot for classic Italian entrees, hand-tossed pizzas, and hearty pasta dishes.
Scores are safety-driven — recent reported crime and local news plus Census income, poverty, housing, education, household and access data — refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately and do not affect the safety score. A guide, not a guarantee — conditions change street to street.