Is Landlith safe?
Wilmington, Delaware · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Landlith as “Caution”.
Gogo's take on Landlith
“Go with care. Landlith is a compact residential neighborhood in northeast Wilmington that offers quick access to the city center, but it experiences elevated property and violent crime rates typical of the broader Northeast corridor. Daytime visits to nearby eateries and transit stops are generally manageable, but nighttime travel requires heightened situational awareness.”
Targeted public safety initiatives and community redevelopment investments continue across Northeast Wilmington corridors to address gun violence and blighted properties.
About the area
Landlith is a historic, working-class urban enclave situated north of the Brandywine Creek in Wilmington. The neighborhood primarily consists of brick rowhouses, light industrial edges, and quiet residential blocks bordered by Northeast Boulevard. While it maintains a tight-knit residential character, it faces economic and public safety challenges seen in adjacent urban sections.
- Urban Residential
- Historic Rowhouses
- Working-Class
- Quiet Pockets
Walking and biking in Landlith
Walk score: 68/100 · Bike score: 54/100
Dedicated bike lanes are limited within Landlith, but cyclists can access the Northern Delaware Greenway and Brandywine Creek pathways a few blocks to the west.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Immediate access to major transit routes and close proximity to downtown Wilmington jobs.
- Quiet inner residential streets with less commercial traffic congestion.
- Proximity to Brandywine Creek parklands and historic district amenities.
Cons
- Above-average rates of violent crime and theft compared to state and national benchmarks.
- Elevated poverty levels and lower median household incomes relative to New Castle County.
- Presence of localized housing vacancy and deferred structural maintenance on some blocks.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is low within the residential core of Landlith, though individuals experiencing homelessness or transient foot traffic are occasionally observed near major bus stops along Northeast Boulevard and closer to downtown social services.
What Landlith is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Streets are relatively calm with residents commuting and children heading to school, making it safe for brisk morning walks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Moderate street activity and transit movement along Northeast Boulevard; generally fine for normal errands with basic vigilance.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Foot traffic drops off quickly at dusk, and lingering on poorly lit side streets is not recommended.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Safety risks rise notably overnight due to isolation and potential street crime; walking around late is discouraged.
Transit, parking and getting around
DART First State operates frequent bus service through and adjacent to Landlith, primarily via Routes 13 and 14 along Northeast Boulevard. The Wilmington Train Station (Amtrak / SEPTA Wilmington/Newark Line) is located roughly 1.5 miles south.
Street parking is generally free and unmetered along residential side streets, though spaces directly in front of rowhouses can become tight in the evenings. Dedicated public garages are not present in the neighborhood itself.
Things to do in Landlith
- Walk along the Brandywine River trails located just southwest of the neighborhood.
- Visit the nearby Copeland Maritime Center and tour the Kalmar Nyckel tall ship.
- Explore the historic brick architecture of adjacent Olde Brandywine Village.
Local favorites
- Angelo's Luncheonette · Diner · 4.6★ (360)A vintage, family-run breakfast and lunch staple known for classic morning plates and retro diner counter seating.
- Walt's Flavor Crisp Chicken · Fried Chicken Restaurant · 4.3★ (480)A long-standing local favorite renowned for crispy, seasoned fried chicken, seafood, and soul food sides.
- Wilmington Brew Works · Brewery · 4.7★ (740)A spacious production craft brewery and taproom located nearby on Miller Road offering inventive beers and ciders.
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.