Is West Gate Hills safe?
Haverford, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates West Gate Hills as “Go”.
What makes up this score?Recent news
Gogo's take on West Gate Hills
“Go. West Gate Hills is an exceptionally safe, quiet, and established suburban neighborhood in Delaware County's Haverford Township. Visitors will encounter minimal to no violent crime and a welcoming, family-oriented residential community.”
About the area
West Gate Hills is a tree-lined mid-century residential enclave nestled just off West Chester Pike in Haverford Township. It features well-maintained single-family brick and stone homes, manicured yards, and easy road access to both Center City Philadelphia and Main Line attractions.
- Quiet Suburb
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in West Gate Hills
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There is no municipal bike-share system here, but quiet residential roads connect easily toward the Haverford Reserve trail network.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are near zero, with overall crime well below both state and national averages
- High household median income ($130,000+) and homeownership rates exceeding 90%
- Active, stable neighborhood association fostering a tight-knit community feel
- Close proximity to commercial amenities along West Chester Pike and Manoa Shopping Center
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like unlocked vehicle break-ins along edge roads
- Car-dependent layout with limited sidewalks on certain residential side streets
- Heavy traffic and congestion along the bordering West Chester Pike corridor during rush hours
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a factor in West Gate Hills; there are no encampments or panhandling in the neighborhood.
What West Gate Hills is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking dogs, and school bus routes running smoothly.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with light neighborhood traffic and children playing outside after school.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Serene and residential, with families out for evening walks and negligible safety concerns.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and tranquil with minimal street activity, remaining exceptionally secure.
Transit, parking and getting around
SEPTA operates the Route 104 and Route 112 bus lines along West Chester Pike offering direct connection to the 69th Street Transportation Center, located roughly 4 miles east.
Parking is exceptionally easy and free, with wide residential driveways and unrestricted on-street parking throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in West Gate Hills
- Stroll the peaceful tree-lined loops of the neighborhood and West Gate Hills Park
- Play tennis, pickleball, or enjoy the playground at nearby Haverford Reserve
- Explore local history along the historic Grange Estate located just a short drive away
Local favorites
- Kettle · Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant · 4.7★ (540)Beloved local daytime eatery serving gourmet breakfast classics, scratch pancakes, and seasonal specials.
- Sam's Boardwalk Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.4★ (320)Neighborhood staple known for classic shore-style thin crust pizza, cheesesteaks, and hoagies.
- Boccella's Deli · Deli & Sandwich Shop · 4.6★ (410)Classic Italian-American deli crafting towering hoagies, hot grinders, and deli sides.
Neighborhoods near West Gate Hills
Common questions about West Gate Hills
Is West Gate Hills safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is West Gate Hills a good place to live?
On safety, West Gate Hills 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 West Gate Hills?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near West Gate Hills are safer?
Richland (Haverford) (93), Oakmont (Haverford) (93) score higher nearby.
Add this score to your site
Writing about West Gate Hills? Copy this code to show its live safety score on your blog or listing.