Is Penndel safe?
Penndel, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Penndel as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Penndel
“Go. Penndel is a quiet, established suburban borough in Bucks County offering a secure and low-crime environment. While Lincoln Highway carries commercial and vehicular traffic, the residential streets are peaceful and safe throughout the day and evening.”
About the area
Penndel is a compact suburban community in lower Bucks County characterized by modest mid-century single-family homes, local strip retail, and auto services along Business Route 1. It serves primarily as a commuter-friendly residential enclave with direct rail connectivity to Philadelphia and Trenton.
- Suburban
- Quiet
- Working-Class
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Penndel
Walk score: 58/100 · Bike score: 46/100
There is no bike-share system or dedicated bike lane network in Penndel, though quiet residential streets are manageable for casual cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are remarkably low, sitting well beneath regional and national benchmarks.
- Strong neighborhood stability with an established owner-occupied housing base and low vacancy.
- Direct suburban rail connectivity via SEPTA Regional Rail right on the borough boundary.
Cons
- Commercial corridors along Business Route 1 occasionally experience minor retail theft and vehicle break-ins.
- Heavy vehicular traffic along Lincoln Highway creates pedestrian safety hazards.
- Limited entertainment and dining options directly within the borough's small geographic footprint.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Penndel, with no encampments or concentrated panhandling in the borough.
What Penndel is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Streets are very safe and quiet as commuters head toward the regional rail station and local bus stops.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Residential blocks remain tranquil and safe while Lincoln Highway sees moderate commercial bustle.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Commercial plazas wind down and residential areas become quiet and safe for evening strolls.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Streets are deserted and largely peaceful, though basic awareness is sensible given low lighting on select side streets.
Transit, parking and getting around
SEPTA serves Penndel directly with Bus Route 14 along Lincoln Highway, and the Langhorne Regional Rail Station sits right on the borough border offering West Trenton Line service to Center City Philadelphia.
Parking is straightforward and free throughout the borough, with ample curbside residential parking and dedicated private lots at commercial businesses.
Things to do in Penndel
- Enjoy casual family bowling and league play at Penndel Bowling Center.
- Sample classic Italian dining and neighborhood pizza spots along Bellevue Avenue and Lincoln Highway.
- Take a short drive to nearby Core Creek Park or Neshaminy State Park for outdoor trails and lakefront recreation.
Local favorites
- Penndel Bowling Center · Bowling Alley · 4.4★ (430)A vintage, family-friendly bowling alley offering open play, leagues, and retro arcade fun.
- Penndel Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.4★ (380)A long-standing local staple serving traditional thin-crust pies, cheesesteaks, and hoagies.
- Cesare's Ristorante · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (320)An intimate, authentic Italian restaurant specializing in handmade pastas, seafood, and classic entrees.
Neighborhoods near Penndel
- Penndel (Middletown Township) · Middletown Township (Bucks County)84
- Langhorne Manor · Langhorne Manor93
- Villas of Middletown · Middletown Township (Bucks County)91
- Hulmeville · Hulmeville86
- Siles · Bensalem80
- Hellings Corner · Middletown Township (Bucks County)89
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Common questions about Penndel
Is Penndel safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Penndel a good place to live?
On safety, Penndel scores 83/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Penndel?
Walk score 58/100 and bike score 46/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Penndel are safer?
Langhorne Manor (93), Villas of Middletown (91), Hellings Corner (89) score higher nearby.
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