Is Ward (Concord) safe?
Concord, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Ward (Concord) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Ward (Concord)
“Go. Ward and the surrounding Concord Township area are exceptionally safe, affluent suburban communities in Delaware County. Visitors face virtually no violent crime risks, though standard vehicle locking precautions apply around commercial strip malls.”
About the area
Ward is a quiet, historic residential hamlet situated within Concord Township in the rolling hills of Delaware County. It features upscale single-family homes, historic stone architecture, and proximity to major shopping corridors along Route 1 and Route 202.
- Quiet Suburb
- Historic / Rural Charm
- Affluent / Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Ward (Concord)
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 24/100
There is no bike-share program, and roads lack dedicated bike lanes; recreational cycling is generally confined to local parks or quiet residential cul-de-sacs.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are near zero and significantly below national and state averages
- High median household income well over $130,000 with strong economic stability
- Well-maintained residential housing stock with high homeownership rates
- Responsive local emergency services provided by Pennsylvania State Police and local first responders
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with virtually no pedestrian infrastructure along main thoroughfares
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as vehicle break-ins in shopping center parking lots
- Fast-moving traffic along Route 1 and Concord Road creates pedestrian hazards
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Ward or the surrounding township.
What Ward (Concord) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with light local commuter traffic and residents jogging in subdivisions.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and very secure, with commercial traffic picking up along major arteries like Route 1.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential atmosphere with relaxed dining crowds at local restaurants and zero safety concerns.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and dark with minimal street lighting on rural roads, but completely safe from street crime.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is very limited; SEPTA operates Bus Route 111 along the Baltimore Pike corridor, and the nearest commuter rail connection is the SEPTA Regional Rail Wawa Station about 10 minutes away by car.
Parking is free and abundant across all residential areas, parks, and commercial retail plazas.
Things to do in Ward (Concord)
- Explore the historic working watermill and hiking trails at nearby Newlin Grist Mill
- Walk the scenic open spaces and ballfields at Concord Township Park
- Shop and dine at the boutique retail centers around The Shoppes at Brinton Lake
Local favorites
- Terrain at Styer's · Garden Center & Cafe · 4.6★ (2650)A landmark nursery and farm-to-table greenhouse cafe featuring artisanal goods and garden design.
- Concordville Inn Restaurant · American Restaurant · 4.3★ (1420)A long-standing local staple serving classic steak and seafood entrees in a traditional dining room.
- Il Granaio Italian Restaurant · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (1180)An upscale, cozy Italian trattoria set in a historic restored dairy barn serving fresh pasta.
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Common questions about Ward (Concord)
Is Ward (Concord) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Ward (Concord) a good place to live?
On safety, Ward (Concord) 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 Ward (Concord)?
Walk score 18/100 and bike score 24/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Ward (Concord) are safer?
Ward (Concord) scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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