Is Quakertown safe?
Quakertown, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Quakertown as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Quakertown
“Go. Quakertown is a safe, family-oriented borough in Upper Bucks County with a charming historic downtown and active community parks. While standard awareness is advised along busier commercial strips like Route 309, visitors face very little violent crime risk.”
About the area
Quakertown is a historic borough positioned between Philadelphia and the Lehigh Valley, characterized by quiet residential neighborhoods and a revitalized downtown core along Broad Street. It offers a blend of historic architecture, local dining, and expansive suburban retail corridors.
- Family-Friendly
- Historic / Small-Town
- Suburban / Exurban
- Peaceful
Walking and biking in Quakertown
Walk score: 62/100 · Bike score: 48/100
Dedicated bike lanes are scarce on main thoroughfares, but residential streets are low-stress, and the nearby Upper Bucks Rail Trail connects directly to the regional Saucon Rail Trail network.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates well below both Pennsylvania and national averages
- Stable residential community with strong local civic engagement
- Historic downtown area that is compact and generally very peaceful to stroll
- High rates of health insurance coverage and reliable local emergency services
Cons
- Occasional property crimes and shoplifting clustered along the Route 309 commercial corridor
- Sprawling car-dependent layout outside the immediate downtown core
- Limited nighttime dining and entertainment options compared to larger metro hubs
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal throughout the borough, with no permanent encampments and occasional service engagement coordinated through local county outreach programs.
What Quakertown is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and quiet as residents commute and local breakfast spots along Broad Street open up.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Pleasant and relaxed with light foot traffic in the downtown core and steady shopping traffic along Route 309.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential feel with local patrons gathered at downtown pubs and family diners.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Streets are virtually empty and very quiet; walking is generally safe though dimly lit outside the central business block.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is limited; SEPTA Bus Route 139 provides connections to nearby Montgomery and Bucks County hubs, but there is no direct passenger rail service in town (the nearest active SEPTA Regional Rail stations are in Lansdale or Colmar).
Parking is abundant and easy; downtown features free or very low-cost municipal lots and street spaces, while commercial shopping plazas along Route 309 offer large free surface lots.
Things to do in Quakertown
- Shop for local goods, produce, and specialty foods at the iconic Quakertown Farmers Market
- Catch an outdoor summer concert or community festival at the Univest Performance Center
- Walk or picnic through Memorial Park, which features sports fields, playgrounds, and a tranquil pond
Local favorites
- The Proper Brewing Company · Brewpub · 4.5★ (680)A popular downtown gathering place serving craft beers brewed on-site alongside classic pub fare.
- Karlton Cafe · Cafe & Brunch · 4.6★ (520)A cozy, long-standing breakfast and lunch staple known for hearty omelets and specialty coffees.
- Quakertown Farmers Market and Flea Market · Marketplace · 4.3★ (4200)A regional institution offering indoor food stalls, fresh produce, and a massive weekend flea market.
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Common questions about Quakertown
Is Quakertown safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Quakertown a good place to live?
On safety, Quakertown scores 84/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Quakertown?
Walk score 62/100 and bike score 48/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Quakertown are safer?
East Rockhill (94), Trumbauersville (93), West Rockhill (93) score higher nearby.
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