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Is Sunnybrook safe?

Springfield Township (Montgomery County), Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly

91out of 100

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

VibeLoco rates Sunnybrook as “Go”.

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Gogo's take on Sunnybrook

“Go. Sunnybrook is an exceptionally safe, serene suburban enclave in Montgomery County with virtually nonexistent violent crime. Visitors will encounter peaceful residential streets, manicured properties, and seamless access to nearby parks and historic commercial corridors.”

About the area

Sunnybrook is a quiet residential pocket within Springfield Township, featuring mid-century single-family homes, mature trees, and well-kept yards. It provides an affluent, relaxed suburban atmosphere immediately adjacent to the shops of Flourtown and the trail systems of the Wissahickon Valley.

  • Quiet Suburban
  • Family-Friendly
  • Tree-Lined
  • Car-Dependent

Walking and biking in Sunnybrook

Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 42/100

There is no bike-share program available, but cyclists can connect via local roads to the Cresheim Trail and Wissahickon Green Ribbon Trail networks.

Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice

Pros

  • Extremely low violent and property crime rates backed by attentive township policing
  • High median household incomes well over $120,000 and poverty rates below 4%
  • High rate of owner-occupied housing with exceptionally low vacancy
  • Direct proximity to top-tier green spaces like Cisco Park and Wissahickon Valley

Cons

  • Car-dependent layout with minimal commercial activity directly inside the residential pocket
  • Limited public transit access within immediate residential streets
  • Dimly lit residential roadways at night with sparse street lighting

Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Sunnybrook. Any regional shelter resources and support services are located farther away in Philadelphia or Norristown.

What Sunnybrook is like at each time of day

Morning · 5a – 11a
Bright, quiet, and safe, filled with residents walking dogs and leaving for daily commutes.
Afternoon · 11a – 5p
Calm and peaceful, with negligible vehicular traffic on residential streets and children playing outside.
Evening · 5p – 10p
Tranquil and secure, as the neighborhood settles down with virtually no foot traffic.
Late night · 10p – 5a
Exceptionally quiet and safe, though interior streets are dark and require vigilance for crossing wildlife.

Transit, parking and getting around

Public transit is operated by SEPTA, with Bus Route 77 running along Bethlehem Pike and the SEPTA Regional Rail Lansdale/Doylestown Line accessible at Oreland Station about a 5-minute drive away.

Street parking on residential roads is abundant, unrestricted, and completely free, while nearby commercial areas offer large, free surface lots.

Things to do in Sunnybrook

  • Walk the shaded loop trails and fish at Cisco Park's Hillcrest Pond
  • Explore the extensive woodlands and historic trails of nearby Wissahickon Valley Park
  • Sample regional foods and baked goods at the local Flourtown Farmers Market

Local favorites

  • Halligan's Pub · Irish Pub & Grill · 4.5★ (1150)
    A cozy, long-standing neighborhood tavern serving craft beers, burgers, and classic comfort food.
  • Flourtown Farmers Market · Farmers Market · 4.6★ (530)
    A historic indoor market housing independent butchers, bakeries, cheese merchants, and prepared food vendors.
  • Movie Tavern Flourtown · Movie Theater · 4.3★ (1680)
    A modern cinema offering in-theater dining, full bar service, and reserved recliner seating.

Neighborhoods near Sunnybrook

More: all Springfield Township (Montgomery County) neighborhoods · safest neighborhoods in Pennsylvania

Common questions about Sunnybrook

Is Sunnybrook safe to walk at night?

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

Is Sunnybrook a good place to live?

On safety, Sunnybrook scores 91/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.

How walkable is Sunnybrook?

Walk score 38/100 and bike score 42/100. Most trips need a car.

Which areas near Sunnybrook are safer?

Dresher (94), Fitzwatertown (92) score higher nearby.

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