Is Grassland safe?
Haverford, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Grassland as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Grassland
“Go. Grassland is an exceptionally safe, quiet residential community within Haverford Township in suburban Philadelphia. Violent crime is virtually nonexistent, and visitors will find a peaceful, well-maintained neighborhood setting with minimal safety concerns at any time.”
About the area
Grassland is a classic mid-century and early 20th-century suburban neighborhood in Haverford Township, characterized by tree-lined streets, manicured lawns, and single-family homes. While primarily residential, it sits minutes away from vibrant commercial corridors along West Chester Pike and Darby Road in Havertown.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Grassland
Walk score: 52/100 · Bike score: 48/100
There are no municipal bike-share stations in Grassland, but recreational cycling is common on quiet side streets and nearby multi-use paths at Haverford Reserve.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are among the lowest in the Philadelphia metropolitan area
- High median household income exceeding $125,000 and poverty rates well below 4%
- Extremely high homeownership rate with stable, well-maintained housing stock
- Dedicated and responsive Haverford Township Police Department coverage
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like unlocked vehicle thefts
- Car-dependent layout with limited continuous sidewalks on select interior roads
- Rush hour cut-through traffic along major connector streets like Manoa Road
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Grassland or the surrounding Haverford Township neighborhoods.
What Grassland is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, joggers, and school-bound families across residential blocks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe with mild neighborhood traffic and residents out tending yards or visiting local parks.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet suburban streets with residents walking after dinner; exceptionally safe to stroll around.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and quiet with minimal foot traffic, maintaining a high level of physical safety.
Transit, parking and getting around
Operated by SEPTA, the area is served primarily by local bus routes 104, 112, and 115 along major corridors like West Chester Pike, connecting to the 69th Street Transportation Center. The SEPTA Norristown High Speed Line (Penfield or Township Line stations) is located about 1.5 to 2 miles away.
Parking is simple and plentiful throughout the neighborhood, consisting of free, unrestricted residential street parking and private driveways.
Things to do in Grassland
- Walk or jog through the scenic residential streets and nearby Grange Park
- Explore local history at the nearby historic Grange Estate with its heritage gardens and trails
- Enjoy community sports and open green space at nearby Steel Field and Haverford Reserve
Local favorites
- Brick & Brew Pub · Gastropub · 4.6★ (1150)Popular local haunt featuring craft beers, creative cocktails, and artisanal wood-fired fare.
- Centrella's Deli & Italian Market · Deli · 4.7★ (420)Longstanding neighborhood market known for classic hoagies, cutlets, and imported Italian goods.
- The Crossbar · Sports Bar · 4.5★ (680)Welcoming community soccer pub serving traditional comfort food, burgers, and draft beer.
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Common questions about Grassland
Is Grassland safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Grassland a good place to live?
On safety, Grassland scores 93/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Grassland?
Walk score 52/100 and bike score 48/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Grassland are safer?
Haverford (94) score higher nearby.
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