Is Perkiomen Place safe?
Upper Hanover, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Perkiomen Place as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Perkiomen Place
“Go. Perkiomen Place in Upper Hanover Township is a peaceful, low-density suburban-residential neighborhood characterized by remarkably low violent crime rates and stable homeownership. Visitors have essentially no safety concerns beyond typical rural-suburban road caution and occasional deer crossings.”
About the area
Perkiomen Place is a residential enclave located in northern Montgomery County's Upper Hanover Township, near the boroughs of Pennsburg and East Greenville. The community features quiet residential streets, well-maintained single-family homes, and close proximity to scenic reservoirs and regional parks.
- Quiet Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Scenic & Green
Walking and biking in Perkiomen Place
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 28/100
While neighborhood streets are quiet for recreational cycling, dedicated bike lanes are absent on major connector roads; the paved Perkiomen Trail is accessible a short drive or ride away at Green Lane Park.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Exceptionally low violent and property crime rates typical of upper Montgomery County
- High median household income well above $95,000 and homeownership rate exceeding 85%
- Quiet, family-oriented neighborhood with virtually no through-traffic disturbances
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with virtually no walkable retail or dining options
- Limited street lighting along connecting rural roads at night
- Emergency response times can be slightly longer than dense urban core areas
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Perkiomen Place or the surrounding Upper Hanover Township area.
What Perkiomen Place is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with residents commuting, walking dogs, or jogging along the residential roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and safe with school buses dropping off children and light local traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm residential atmosphere where families walk and neighbors socialize outdoors with zero safety concern.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and quiet with little activity; safely traversed by car but unlit for late-night strolls.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is virtually no fixed-route public transit serving this neighborhood; SEPTA regional rail and bus networks do not directly service Upper Hanover, making personal vehicles essential.
Parking is completely free and effortless, consisting of private driveways, residential street parking, and free surface lots at all nearby shopping and dining destinations.
Things to do in Perkiomen Place
- Hike, fish, and boat along the reservoir trails at nearby Green Lane Park
- Ride or walk along the northern terminus of the scenic multi-use Perkiomen Trail
- Explore the historic boroughs of East Greenville and Pennsburg for local dining and small shops
Local favorites
- The Carriage House Restaurant · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (820)A cozy, historic dining destination serving traditional American comfort fare and seafood.
- Tosco's Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (650)Popular local Italian eatery offering hand-tossed pizzas, pastas, and hot sandwiches.
- Grand Theater · Movie Theater · 4.7★ (490)A charming, historic community cinema in neighboring East Greenville screening first-run films.
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Common questions about Perkiomen Place
Is Perkiomen Place safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Perkiomen Place a good place to live?
On safety, Perkiomen Place 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 Perkiomen Place?
Walk score 14/100 and bike score 28/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Perkiomen Place are safer?
Fruitville (Upper Hanover) (92), Red Hill (Upper Hanover) (91) score higher nearby.
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