Is Howellville safe?
Tredyffrin, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Howellville as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Howellville
“Go. Howellville is an exceptionally safe and quiet community situated within affluent Tredyffrin Township. While it is car-dependent and has limited standalone tourist infrastructure, personal safety concerns for visitors are virtually nonexistent.”
About the area
Howellville is a historic hamlet and residential enclave nestled in Tredyffrin Township along Chester County's Main Line corridor. It features quiet residential roads, proximity to corporate parks, and easy access to major regional trails.
- Quiet Suburban
- Historic Pocket
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Howellville
Walk score: 32/100 · Bike score: 48/100
There is no local bike-share system, but the community offers direct access to the paved Chester Valley Trail, connecting seamlessly across Chester and Montgomery counties.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent and property crime rates are among the lowest in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- Supported by high median household incomes exceeding $140,000 across Tredyffrin Township
- Direct and convenient access to the multi-use Chester Valley Trail
- Well-maintained housing stock with exceptionally high homeownership stability
Cons
- Car-dependent layout with narrow road shoulders and lack of continuous sidewalks
- Very few dining or entertainment venues directly within the immediate hamlet boundaries
- Occasional commercial truck traffic along Howellville Road and connecting corridors
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Howellville. There are no encampments or panhandling, and county social support services are focused in larger urban hubs.
What Howellville is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Crisp and peaceful with light residential traffic and joggers heading toward local trails.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and exceptionally safe, though pedestrians should watch for vehicular traffic on roads lacking sidewalks.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and tranquil with residents returning home and very little street-level activity.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and silent with minimal road traffic and virtually no safety risk.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is managed by SEPTA, with the Paoli/Thorndale Regional Rail line accessible at nearby Daylesford and Paoli stations (roughly 1.5 to 2.5 miles away). Limited bus connections include SEPTA Route 206 servicing surrounding office corridors.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, generally consisting of free private driveways and dedicated surface lots at local businesses and trailheads.
Things to do in Howellville
- Walk, run, or cycle along the scenic paved Chester Valley Trail
- Explore the nearby historic grounds and hiking paths at Valley Forge National Historical Park
- Visit the nearby historic Main Line shopping and dining districts in Berwyn and Paoli
Local favorites
- Handel's Homemade Ice Cream · Ice Cream Shop · 4.8★ (2150)Beloved local outpost serving dozens of freshly made ice cream flavors and sundaes.
- Nudy's Cafe · Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant · 4.6★ (1280)Popular regional diner renowned for hearty breakfast platters, omelets, and relaxed service.
- Clay's Creative Corner Bakery · Bakery · 4.7★ (620)Celebrated local bakery specializing in custom cakes, gourmet cupcakes, and fresh pastries.
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Common questions about Howellville
Is Howellville safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Howellville a good place to live?
On safety, Howellville scores 92/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Howellville?
Walk score 32/100 and bike score 48/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Howellville are safer?
Chesterbrook (97), Easttown (96), Lees (95) score higher nearby.
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