Is Graduate Hospital safe?
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Graduate Hospital as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Graduate Hospital
“Go. Graduate Hospital is one of Philadelphia's most affluent, tranquil, and visitor-friendly residential neighborhoods. While violent crime is rare, standard urban caution applies regarding opportunistic property crime, bike theft, and car break-ins, particularly on quieter side streets late at night.”
About the area
Situated just south of Rittenhouse Square and Center City, Graduate Hospital is a tree-lined enclave known for picturesque brick rowhomes, neighborhood gastropubs, and cozy corner cafes. It offers a relaxed, community-oriented atmosphere while remaining easily walkable to major downtown cultural and dining attractions.
- Historic / Tree-Lined
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet Residential
- Walkable Dining Hub
Walking and biking in Graduate Hospital
Walk score: 93/100 · Bike score: 90/100
Multiple Indego bike-share stations dot the neighborhood, providing seamless connection to the Schuylkill River Trail via the dedicated South Street bike lane.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low rates of violent crime compared to the broader Philadelphia metro average
- High median household income exceeding $115,000 and low residential vacancy
- Consistent daytime foot traffic from families, joggers, and young professionals
- Immediate access to Center City amenities and the Schuylkill River Trail
Cons
- Frequent urban property offenses including catalytic converter theft and package theft
- Lighting can be uneven on narrow residential alleys and side streets late at night
- Occasional spillover incidents near busy commercial edges along Washington Avenue
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the residential interior, though occasional individuals experiencing homelessness or panhandling can be observed along Broad Street and Washington Avenue.
What Graduate Hospital is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Mornings are peaceful and safe, populated by dog walkers, runners, and commuters heading toward Center City.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Afternoons remain secure and active with families in local parks and steady patron traffic around neighborhood cafes.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Evenings are lively and comfortable around restaurant clusters along 20th Street, South Street, and Grays Ferry Avenue.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Late nights are quiet with low foot traffic; situational awareness is advised on side streets, though serious incidents remain uncommon.
Transit, parking and getting around
SEPTA serves the neighborhood via the Broad Street Line subway (Lombard-South and Ellsworth-Federal stations are a 5-15 minute walk east) and bus routes 2, 17, and 40.
Street parking is tight and mostly limited to two-hour residential permit zones; dedicated parking garages are scarce within the neighborhood core, requiring paid Center City lots ($20-$35/day) for extended stays.
Things to do in Graduate Hospital
- Explore South Street West to browse independent boutiques, bakeries, and craft beer bars
- Relax with a coffee or attend community gatherings at Julian Abele Park
- Walk across the South Street Bridge for panoramic skyline views and Schuylkill River Trail access
Local favorites
- Pub & Kitchen · Gastropub · 4.5★ (1150)A long-standing neighborhood staple serving elevated European-American tavern fare, burgers, and craft cocktails.
- Ants Pants Cafe · Australian Cafe · 4.5★ (1280)Beloved morning destination famous for Aussie-style flat whites, savory breakfast scrambles, and sidewalk seating.
- The Sidecar Bar & Grille · American Bar & Grill · 4.4★ (1120)Laid-back bi-level tavern offering innovative comfort food and an extensive rotating craft beer selection.
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Common questions about Graduate Hospital
Is Graduate Hospital safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Graduate Hospital a good place to live?
On safety, Graduate Hospital scores 81/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Graduate Hospital?
Walk score 93/100 and bike score 90/100. Most errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Graduate Hospital are safer?
Fitler Square (90), Rittenhouse (84) score higher nearby.
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