Is Nottingham (Bensalem) safe?
Bensalem, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Nottingham (Bensalem) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Nottingham (Bensalem)
“Go. Nottingham is a safe, established suburban enclave in Bensalem with very low violent crime and stable residential surroundings. While safe and welcoming, it is primarily a residential community requiring a vehicle to explore nearby shopping, dining, and attractions.”
About the area
Nottingham is a classic mid-century residential neighborhood in Bensalem Township, Pennsylvania, characterized by quiet streets lined with single-family ranch and split-level homes. Situated in lower Bucks County just north of the Philadelphia city line, it offers suburban tranquility with swift highway access to regional destinations.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Residential
Walking and biking in Nottingham (Bensalem)
Walk score: 36/100 · Bike score: 42/100
There is no local bike-share program in Bensalem. While internal residential streets are easy to cycle, dedicated bike lanes are absent on major surrounding thoroughfares.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than both national and regional urban benchmarks.
- Strong middle-income economic base with high rates of owner-occupied housing.
- Convenient driving access to regional retail corridors, Neshaminy State Park, and I-95.
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent layout with few amenities accessible inside the residential grid on foot.
- Occasional opportunistic property theft and car break-ins typical of outer suburban corridors.
- Heavy commuter congestion on bordering arterials like Street Road and Knights Road.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a factor within the residential interior of Nottingham. Any panhandling in the broader area is mostly limited to commercial highway intersections along Street Road.
What Nottingham (Bensalem) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with morning joggers, dog walkers, and school commuters along calm neighborhood roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Low-traffic and quiet, presenting a very safe environment for walking around the residential blocks.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued suburban atmosphere with well-lit driveways and minimal through-traffic, feeling very secure.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and dark with almost no pedestrian presence; safe overall, though standard situational awareness applies.
Transit, parking and getting around
SEPTA bus routes 130 and 50 serve adjacent major corridors like Knights Road and Street Road. The nearest regional rail connection is at SEPTA's Cornwells Heights or Eddington Stations on the Trenton Line, roughly a 5-to-10-minute drive away.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with virtually all homes featuring private driveways alongside ample, unrestricted on-street curb parking.
Things to do in Nottingham (Bensalem)
- Take a nature walk or enjoy riverfront views at nearby Neshaminy State Park along the Delaware River.
- Visit the historic grounds and exhibits at the National Shrine of Saint Katharine Drexel nearby.
- Catch live music, dining, and gaming at the neighboring Parx Casino and Racing complex.
Local favorites
- Michael's Restaurant & Lounge · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (1450)Long-running local destination serving classic American comfort food, steaks, and cocktails in an unpretentious setting.
- Curley's Ice Cream · Ice Cream Shop · 4.7★ (890)Beloved seasonal neighborhood stand dishing out soft-serve, sundaes, and classic frozen treats since 1958.
- Ray's Pizzeria · Pizza Restaurant · 4.5★ (420)Neighborhood staple offering traditional thin-crust pizza, cheesesteaks, hoagies, and Italian comfort staples.
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Common questions about Nottingham (Bensalem)
Is Nottingham (Bensalem) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Nottingham (Bensalem) a good place to live?
On safety, Nottingham (Bensalem) scores 82/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Nottingham (Bensalem)?
Walk score 36/100 and bike score 42/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Nottingham (Bensalem) are safer?
Nottingham (Bensalem) scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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