Is Oakford safe?
Bensalem, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Oakford as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Oakford
“Go. Oakford is a quiet, working-to-middle-class suburban enclave straddling Bensalem and Lower Southampton Townships in Bucks County. While major commercial thoroughfares nearby see typical suburban traffic and petty retail theft, the residential streets are stable and very safe for visitors.”
About the area
Oakford is an established suburban community defined by modest single-family homes, strip plazas, and light commercial zoning along Brownsville and Street Roads. It offers a relaxed residential pace with quick highway access to Philadelphia and larger Bucks County shopping hubs.
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet Residential
- Suburban Strip
- Family-Oriented
Walking and biking in Oakford
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 32/100
There is no local bike-share program, and cycling is largely limited to low-speed residential streets due to narrow shoulders and fast traffic on major roads.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low rates of violent crime compared to both state and national suburban averages
- High homeownership rate with stable, long-tenured residential pockets
- Median household income above $80,000 with low baseline poverty
Cons
- Commercial corridors along nearby Route 1 and Street Road experience occasional property theft and vehicle break-ins
- Pedestrian infrastructure is sparse with missing sidewalks along secondary roads
- Heavy suburban traffic and vehicular congestion during peak commuting hours
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in the residential streets, with only occasional individuals observed near major transit stops and commercial plazas along the Route 1 and Street Road corridors.
What Oakford is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe as commuters head toward Route 1 and local school buses run through the neighborhoods.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and family-friendly in residential quarters, with moderate vehicular traffic picking up around shopping plazas.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential atmosphere where neighborhood walking is safe, though lighting can be dim on side streets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic and minimal street activity; general safety remains high with standard vigilance.
Transit, parking and getting around
SEPTA serves the area primarily via suburban bus routes (such as Route 58 and 130 along nearby arterial roads), with regional rail accessible at Trevose Station on the West Trenton Line roughly 1.5 miles away.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with private driveways, free on-street residential parking, and large complimentary surface lots at all commercial centers.
Things to do in Oakford
- Explore regional shopping and dining along the nearby Street Road and Neshaminy Mall corridors
- Take a short drive to play rounds at the Bensalem Township Country Club
- Visit nearby Playwicki Farm in Feasterville for historic walking trails and community events
Local favorites
- Bella Donna Restaurant & Pizzeria · Italian Restaurant · 4.4★ (320)Longtime local spot serving hearty traditional pastas, cheesesteaks, and stone-baked specialty pies.
- Oakford Bar & Grill · Bar & Grill · 4.2★ (180)Neighborhood tavern known for classic pub fare, draft beers, and a welcoming local crowd.
- Curtain's Wharf / Fisher's Tudor House (nearby) · Event Venue & Dining · 4.1★ (410)Established event center and eatery serving classic American entrees and banquet fare.
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Common questions about Oakford
Is Oakford safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Oakford a good place to live?
On safety, Oakford scores 79/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Oakford?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 32/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Oakford are safer?
Idlewood (Middletown Township) (87), Nottingham (Bensalem) (82), Newportville Terrace (81) score higher nearby.
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