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Is Riddlewood safe?

Middletown Township (Delaware County), Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly

92out of 100

Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.

VibeLoco rates Riddlewood as “Go”.

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Gogo's take on Riddlewood

“Go. Riddlewood is a peaceful, upscale mid-century residential enclave in Middletown Township with negligible violent crime and exceptional community stability. Visitors will find a safe, welcoming, and quiet suburban environment, though having a car is essential.”

About the area

Riddlewood is a historic mid-century planned community situated among rolling, heavily wooded hills just outside the borough of Media. It features custom-built mid-20th-century single-family homes on spacious lots with strong neighborhood civic pride.

  • Quiet Suburb
  • Tree-Lined
  • Mid-Century Modern
  • Car-Dependent
  • Family-Friendly

Walking and biking in Riddlewood

Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 24/100

There are no bike-share stations in the immediate vicinity, and the hilly, shoulderless roads require caution when cycling toward Ridley Creek State Park or downtown Media.

Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice

Pros

  • Violent and property crime rates consistently rank among the lowest in the Philadelphia metropolitan area
  • High median household income well exceeding $120,000 with nearly 95% homeownership
  • Tranquil, family-oriented neighborhood with very low traffic and mature tree canopy
  • Immediate proximity to Riddle Memorial Hospital healthcare network and historic Media borough

Cons

  • Extremely car-dependent with virtually no walkable retail or dining within neighborhood boundaries
  • Narrow, winding residential roads lack sidewalks and street lighting in many sections
  • Occasional opportunistic vehicle break-ins typical of affluent, low-density suburbs
  • Public transit access is limited without driving to nearby regional rail hubs

Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in Riddlewood, with no encampments or panhandling present in the residential areas.

What Riddlewood is like at each time of day

Morning · 5a – 11a
Peaceful and serene with neighborhood dog walkers and residents commuting out to work or school.
Afternoon · 11a – 5p
Very quiet with low vehicle traffic and children playing in residential yards.
Evening · 5p – 10p
Calm and tranquil as residents return home, though pedestrians should wear reflective gear due to few sidewalks.
Late night · 10p – 5a
Extremely dark and silent with virtually zero street activity or safety concerns.

Transit, parking and getting around

SEPTA operates the Route 111 and 117 buses along nearby Baltimore Pike and Route 352, but Riddlewood itself is car-dependent. The closest rail link is the SEPTA Media/Wawa Regional Rail Line at Wawa Station or Media Station, roughly a 5-to-10-minute drive away.

Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with private multi-car driveways and unrestricted, free residential street parking throughout the neighborhood.

Things to do in Riddlewood

  • Explore the nearby nature trails and creek scenery at Ridley Creek State Park
  • Walk among the unique mid-century modern architectural styles along the community's winding streets
  • Visit the adjacent historic Tyler Arboretum to tour extensive botanical gardens and heritage trees

Local favorites

  • Riddle Ale House · American Restaurant & Pub · 4.3★ (1150)
    Long-running neighborhood staple serving craft beers, burgers, and classic pub fare just outside the subdivision.
  • Linvilla Orchards · Farm Market & Agritourism · 4.6★ (7800)
    Beloved 300-acre family farm located minutes away offering pick-your-own fruit, farm market, and seasonal events.
  • Bittersweet Kitchen · Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant · 4.7★ (720)
    Cozy nearby eatery in Media serving creative scratch-made breakfast specialties and baked goods.

Neighborhoods near Riddlewood

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Common questions about Riddlewood

Is Riddlewood safe to walk at night?

Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.

Is Riddlewood a good place to live?

On safety, Riddlewood scores 92/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.

How walkable is Riddlewood?

Walk score 18/100 and bike score 24/100. Most trips need a car.

Which areas near Riddlewood are safer?

Riddlewood scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.

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