Is Greenville safe?
Harrington, Delaware · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Greenville as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Greenville
“Go. Greenville in Harrington is a quiet, low-density residential community in rural Kent County that presents minimal safety concerns for visitors. Standard vigilance regarding locking parked vehicles is all that is typically warranted.”
About the area
Greenville is a peaceful, semi-rural residential neighborhood located on the outskirts of Harrington, Delaware. The area consists mainly of single-family homes, open agricultural views, and quiet residential lanes close to the Delaware State Fairgrounds.
- Quiet Suburb
- Semi-Rural
- Car-Dependent
- Peaceful
Walking and biking in Greenville
Walk score: 22/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There are no dedicated bike-share programs or urban bike lanes, though rural secondary roads see occasional recreational cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low rates of violent crime compared to larger Delaware municipal areas
- Quiet, family-oriented neighborhood with minimal traffic congestion
- High rates of single-family homeownership creating a stable residential atmosphere
Cons
- Isolated location requiring a personal vehicle for all errands and dining
- Occasional opportunistic property theft or vehicle break-ins reported in Kent County
- Limited streetlighting along rural connecting roads
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in this residential neighborhood, with minimal unhoused activity in the broader Harrington town area.
What Greenville is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and quiet as residents commute and school buses make their rounds with no safety issues.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Peaceful residential atmosphere with occasional dog walkers and light local traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and tranquil with very low activity levels across neighborhood streets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and silent; very safe, though caution is advised on unlit roadways due to wildlife.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is very limited; DART First State operates route 117 along the main commercial corridors in Harrington, but neighborhood streets require a car.
Parking is completely hassle-free with ample private driveways and free street parking throughout the area.
Things to do in Greenville
- Visit events, expos, and seasonal shows at the nearby Delaware State Fairgrounds
- Try your luck or catch live harness racing at Harrington Raceway & Casino
- Explore the outdoor exhibits and local history at the Harrington Historical Society Museum
Local favorites
- Rudy's Family Restaurant · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (1100)Longstanding local diner serving classic hearty breakfasts, sandwiches, and comfort platters.
- Messick's Farm Market · Produce Market · 4.7★ (320)Family-run market featuring fresh local produce, baked goods, and seasonal flowers.
- Harrington Raceway & Casino · Casino & Entertainment · 4.1★ (3800)Popular regional entertainment complex offering slot machines, table games, and harness racing.
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.