Is Millbourne safe?
Millbourne, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Millbourne as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Millbourne
“Go with care. Millbourne is a tiny, densely populated residential borough directly abutting West Philadelphia and Upper Darby that is generally peaceful during the day. Visitors should maintain standard urban awareness around the SEPTA transit corridor and Market Street after dark due to spillover property crime and foot traffic from neighboring areas.”
About the area
Covering less than one-tenth of a square mile, Millbourne is Pennsylvania's smallest and most densely settled borough, characterized by tight rowhouse streets and a prominent South Asian immigrant community. It functions primarily as a quiet residential enclave anchored by its dedicated stop on SEPTA's Market-Frankford Line.
- Dense Rowhouses
- Transit-Oriented
- Multicultural Hub
- Urban Enclave
Walking and biking in Millbourne
Walk score: 88/100 · Bike score: 62/100
Indego bike-share does not extend into Delaware County, and while local streets are navigable, dedicated bike infrastructure connecting to Cobbs Creek Trail is minimal.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Tight-knit residential community with active neighborhood foot traffic and strong community ties
- Direct rapid-transit connection to Center City Philadelphia via the Millbourne SEPTA station
- Lower rates of serious violent crime compared to the adjacent neighborhoods across the Philadelphia county line
Cons
- Elevated poverty rates and modest household income levels relative to broader Delaware County
- Spillover property crime, vehicle break-ins, and package thefts along the commercial fringe
- Very tight, congested street grid with extremely limited visitor parking
Homelessness: Visible homelessness within Millbourne's residential core is low, though individuals experiencing homelessness and occasional panhandling are common around the nearby 69th Street Transportation Center hub.
What Millbourne is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Active and orderly with commuters heading to the SEPTA station and school children on the sidewalks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Brisk neighborhood movement with shoppers frequenting Market Street markets and quiet residential side streets.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Streets remain reasonably populated around the station, though caution is recommended along darker alleys.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet but isolated, with higher safety risk near the elevated transit platform and adjacent transit parking lots.
Transit, parking and getting around
SEPTA serves the borough directly at the elevated Millbourne Station on the Market-Frankford Line, alongside multiple bus routes (such as Routes 21 and 68) operating nearby at the 69th Street Transportation Center.
Street parking is notoriously difficult due to narrow one-way streets and heavy resident permit demand, with very few public meter spaces or dedicated garages.
Things to do in Millbourne
- Explore diverse South Asian specialty grocers and import shops along the Market Street border
- Take a short walk to the vibrant 69th Street retail district in neighboring Upper Darby
- Ride the elevated Market-Frankford Line directly into University City and Center City Philadelphia
Local favorites
- Desi Village Fast Food · Indian Restaurant · 4.1★ (320)Popular neighborhood counter-serve staple offering traditional Pakistani and Indian street foods and curries.
- Spice Food Market · Grocery Store · 4.3★ (110)Compact neighborhood grocer stocked with fresh produce, halal meats, and imported South Asian spices.
- Sang Kee Peking Duck House · Chinese Restaurant · 4.4★ (750)Longstanding nearby casual dining destination famous for crisp roast duck and Cantonese specialties.
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Common questions about Millbourne
Is Millbourne safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Millbourne a good place to live?
On safety, Millbourne scores 67/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Millbourne?
Walk score 88/100 and bike score 62/100. Most errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Millbourne are safer?
Beverly Hills (Upper Darby) (71) score higher nearby.
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