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Is Langhorne safe?

Langhorne, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly

91out of 100

Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.

VibeLoco rates Langhorne as “Go”.

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Gogo's take on Langhorne

“Go. Langhorne is a remarkably safe, charming historic borough in lower Bucks County characterized by low crime rates, high median incomes, and quiet residential neighborhoods. Visitors can comfortably explore the historic district, local eateries, and nearby family attractions with minimal safety concerns.”

About the area

Langhorne combines a well-preserved 18th- and 19th-century village core with surrounding suburban residential neighborhoods and regional commercial amenities. Located in Bucks County, it provides a quiet, community-oriented atmosphere within easy reach of Philadelphia.

  • Historic / Tree-Lined
  • Family-Friendly
  • Suburban / Quiet
  • Car-Dependent

Walking and biking in Langhorne

Walk score: 58/100 · Bike score: 42/100

There is no public bike-share program, and on-street cycling requires sharing vehicle lanes without dedicated bike paths, though recreational paved trails exist at nearby Core Creek Park.

Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice

Pros

  • Violent crime rates are exceptionally low and well below state and national averages.
  • Strong economic profile marked by high household incomes, low poverty, and well-maintained historic homes.
  • Active local municipal policing and a tight-knit, stable residential community.

Cons

  • Substantial vehicle traffic and congestion along the Route 1 and Maple Avenue arterial corridors.
  • Isolated vehicle break-ins and retail theft occasionally occur in commercial strip mall lots nearby.
  • Limited street lighting and narrow sidewalks on some outer residential connector roads.

Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable factor in Langhorne Borough, with no encampments or persistent street panhandling present in the community.

What Langhorne is like at each time of day

Morning · 5a – 11a
Streets are calm and very safe as commuters head to work and residents walk dogs through the historic center.
Afternoon · 11a – 5p
A relaxed, low-stress environment with steady, secure activity around local shops and school zones.
Evening · 5p – 10p
Quiet and pleasant, with diners and families walking comfortably to neighborhood restaurants.
Late night · 10p – 5a
Very tranquil with sparse street activity, remaining safe under routine local police patrols.

Transit, parking and getting around

SEPTA serves the area via the West Trenton Regional Rail Line at Langhorne Station (located roughly one mile south in Langhorne Manor), alongside SEPTA Bus Routes 14, 127, and 128 connecting to Oxford Valley Mall and Northeast Philadelphia.

Parking is easily found and generally free via curbside street parking throughout the borough, alongside free municipal and merchant surface lots.

Things to do in Langhorne

  • Explore the colonial architecture and local heritage on a walking tour of the Langhorne Historic District.
  • Spend a family day at Sesame Place theme park located just minutes from the borough center.
  • Walk the lakeside trails, rent a kayak, or picnic at nearby Core Creek Park.

Local favorites

  • The Langhorne Coffee House · Coffee Shop · 4.6★ (420)
    Cozy community cafe serving specialty espresso drinks, hearty breakfast sandwiches, and fresh baked goods.
  • Bella Tori at the Mansion · Italian Restaurant · 4.4★ (810)
    Upscale Italian cuisine served inside a restored Victorian mansion featuring outdoor patio seating.
  • Brothers Pizza Langhorne · Pizza Restaurant · 4.5★ (460)
    Long-running neighborhood staple dishing out classic New York-style pies, cheesesteaks, and hoagies.

Neighborhoods near Langhorne

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Common questions about Langhorne

Is Langhorne safe to walk at night?

Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.

Is Langhorne a good place to live?

On safety, Langhorne scores 91/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.

How walkable is Langhorne?

Walk score 58/100 and bike score 42/100. Some errands can be done on foot.

Which areas near Langhorne are safer?

Langhorne Manor (93) score higher nearby.

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