Is Lancaster Court safe?
Greenville, Delaware · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Lancaster Court as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Lancaster Court
“Go. Lancaster Court in the Greenville area offers a quiet, exceptionally safe residential atmosphere backed by affluent demographics and minimal crime. Visitors can comfortably stay in or explore the area without notable safety concerns.”
About the area
Lancaster Court is a peaceful residential pocket situated in the wealthy, picturesque suburb of Greenville just northwest of Wilmington. It features manicured landscapes, quiet residential roads, and close proximity to upscale shopping centers and Brandywine Valley cultural sites.
- Affluent Suburban
- Quiet & Peaceful
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Lancaster Court
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 32/100
There is no municipal bike-share system, and cycling along major corridors like Route 48 involves sharing narrow shoulders with fast-moving traffic.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Exceptionally low rates of violent crime compared to state and national averages
- High local median household incomes exceeding $130,000 and minimal poverty
- Close proximity to high-end dining, gourmet markets, and historic cultural estates
Cons
- Highly car-dependent with minimal pedestrian infrastructure connecting major roads
- Occasional opportunistic property theft from unlocked vehicles
- Sparse street lighting along some connecting arterial corridors after dark
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Lancaster Court or the broader Greenville area, as shelters and social services are concentrated in central Wilmington.
What Lancaster Court is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Serene and safe, with light local commuter traffic and residents walking dogs along residential paths.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and orderly with effortless navigation and zero perceptible safety risks.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Peaceful and quiet, offering a relaxed environment around local restaurants and residential complexes.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and exceptionally quiet with minimal vehicle traffic, remaining safe throughout the night.
Transit, parking and getting around
DART First State operates bus routes such as Route 10 and Route 20 nearby along Lancaster Pike and Kennett Pike, connecting into the Wilmington Transit Center (approx. 3.5 miles away) for SEPTA Regional Rail and Amtrak.
Parking is abundant and free in private residential lots and open retail center parking plazas across Greenville.
Things to do in Lancaster Court
- Shop for specialty foods and boutique goods at nearby Greenville Crossing and Powder Mill Square
- Tour the historic DuPont estate, black powder mills, and gardens at the nearby Hagley Museum
- Take a scenic drive through the surrounding Château Country along Route 52
Local favorites
- Pizza by Elizabeths · Gourmet Pizza Restaurant · 4.5★ (1420)Upscale, elegant eatery known for creative specialty pizzas and chic dining in Greenville.
- Janssen's Market · Gourmet Grocery Store · 4.6★ (640)Longstanding high-end market offering gourmet prepared dishes, fresh produce, and bakery goods.
- BBC Tavern and Grill · American Restaurant & Pub · 4.4★ (880)Lively neighborhood gathering spot serving elevated pub fare, burgers, and craft cocktails.
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.