Is Rubicam safe?
Abington, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Rubicam as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Rubicam
“Go. Rubicam is a quiet, settled suburban residential neighborhood in Abington Township with very low violent crime and stable community characteristics. Visitors have little reason for safety concern beyond standard suburban precautions like locking car doors.”
About the area
Rubicam is a leafy, residential enclave in Montgomery County nestled just off the Easton Road corridor in Abington. It features established single-family homes, quiet side streets, and easy access to shopping centers in Willow Grove and Jenkintown.
- Quiet Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Rubicam
Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 42/100
No dedicated bike lanes exist within the neighborhood itself, and no public bike-share is active; however, local roads carry low enough speed limits for casual cycling, connecting to the nearby Pennypack Trail network further east.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than both national and regional metro averages
- High median household incomes and high rates of homeownership anchor community stability
- Active and well-resourced municipal emergency services from Abington Township Police
- Peaceful, low-density neighborhood streets with minimal through traffic
Cons
- Automobile-dependent with few sidewalks on interior residential blocks
- Occasional opportunistic property theft and vehicle break-ins common to suburban corridors
- Limited commercial and dining options directly within the residential boundaries
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Rubicam, with no encampments or panhandling observed in the immediate residential area.
What Rubicam is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with residents walking dogs and heading out for school or work commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and residential with light neighborhood traffic and safe pedestrian conditions on local roads.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and dimly lit in purely residential blocks, feeling very secure with low activity.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic and extremely quiet, with standard awareness recommended due to lower street lighting.
Transit, parking and getting around
SEPTA operates the regional rail via nearby Crestmont and Roslyn stations along the Warminster Line, located about a 10 to 15-minute walk away, alongside SEPTA Bus Route 55 running along Easton Road.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with ample private driveways and free, unrestricted street parking throughout the residential blocks.
Things to do in Rubicam
- Explore the nearby nature trails and recreation spaces at Crestmont Park
- Shop and dine along the adjacent Easton Road commercial strip
- Visit the nearby Briar Bush Nature Center for birdwatching and scenic woodland walks
Local favorites
- Dino's Pizza & Pasta · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (320)Neighborhood staple serving classic pizzas, cheesesteaks, and hearty baked pasta dishes.
- Humpty's Dumplings · Comfort Food Restaurant · 4.6★ (410)Creative eatery in nearby Keswick/Glenside offering sweet and savory deep-fried and steamed dumplings.
- Abington Art Center · Art Gallery & Cultural Center · 4.7★ (290)Nearby historic manor featuring rotating indoor art exhibits and expansive outdoor sculpture gardens.
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Common questions about Rubicam
Is Rubicam safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Rubicam a good place to live?
On safety, Rubicam scores 87/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Rubicam?
Walk score 48/100 and bike score 42/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Rubicam are safer?
Rydal (93), Rydal East (91), Roslyn (90) score higher nearby.
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