Is Mount Vernon Gardens safe?
Abington, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Mount Vernon Gardens as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Mount Vernon Gardens
“Go. Mount Vernon Gardens is a tranquil, low-crime suburban neighborhood in Abington Township that is exceptionally safe for visitors. You can walk around comfortably at almost any hour, with safety issues largely limited to occasional opportunistic property theft.”
About the area
Mount Vernon Gardens is an established residential neighborhood in Montgomery County's Abington Township featuring tree-lined streets, single-family homes, and garden-style apartment communities. It provides a peaceful suburban base immediately adjacent to the dining and historic entertainment options of Keswick Village and Glenside.
- Quiet / Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Mount Vernon Gardens
Walk score: 52/100 · Bike score: 44/100
There is no public bike-share program in the area, and cycling is conducted primarily on standard neighborhood streets rather than protected bike infrastructure.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly below both state and national averages
- High household incomes and low poverty levels in Abington Township support stable community upkeep
- Strong and responsive municipal emergency services provided by Abington Police Department
Cons
- Primarily residential with very few businesses or attractions within direct walking distance
- Occasional isolated property crimes such as theft from unlocked vehicles
- Lacks dedicated cycling lanes along surrounding arterial roadways
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in this residential neighborhood or the surrounding sections of Abington Township.
What Mount Vernon Gardens is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Bright and calm with residents walking dogs and heading out for morning commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and orderly with minimal vehicular through-traffic and safe pedestrian conditions.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Peaceful residential atmosphere with well-lit neighborhood streets and high safety.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet with virtually no street activity, remaining safe for residents and visitors alike.
Transit, parking and getting around
SEPTA Regional Rail is accessible nearby via the Glenside and Ardsley stations within a 15-to-20-minute walk or 5-minute drive, connecting directly to Center City Philadelphia, while SEPTA Bus Routes 22 and 77 run along adjacent thoroughfares.
Parking is easy and free on residential streets, and garden apartment communities feature dedicated off-street lots with no metered parking restrictions.
Things to do in Mount Vernon Gardens
- Stroll the quiet residential streets and nearby neighborhood green spaces
- Catch a concert or historic show at the nearby Keswick Theatre just down Easton Road
- Explore the walking paths and native bird habitat at the nearby Ardsley Wildlife Sanctuary
Local favorites
- TreVi Pizza Pasta BYOB · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (780)Cozy neighborhood spot serving artisan brick-oven pizzas, classic pastas, and Italian entrees.
- Keswick Tavern · Pub / American Restaurant · 4.4★ (1250)Lively nearby gathering place offering craft beers, elevated pub food, and outdoor seating.
- Village Malt Shoppe · Ice Cream Shop · 4.7★ (360)Charming retro parlor featuring specialty hand-dipped ice cream, sundaes, and milkshakes.
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Common questions about Mount Vernon Gardens
Is Mount Vernon Gardens safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Mount Vernon Gardens a good place to live?
On safety, Mount Vernon Gardens scores 88/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Mount Vernon Gardens?
Walk score 52/100 and bike score 44/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Mount Vernon Gardens are safer?
Baederwood (91), Rydal East (91), Jenkintown (89) score higher nearby.
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