Is Westbury (Upper Moreland) safe?
Upper Moreland, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Westbury (Upper Moreland) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Westbury (Upper Moreland)
“Go. Westbury is an exceptionally quiet and safe residential neighborhood in Upper Moreland Township. Visitors and residents face minimal safety concerns, as violent crime is rare and the area consists of well-kept suburban homes. Standard precautions against occasional opportunistic vehicle theft are all that is needed.”
About the area
Westbury is a classic mid-century residential enclave located within Upper Moreland Township in Montgomery County. It features single-family homes on manicured lots, quiet tree-lined streets, and easy access to shopping hubs around Willow Grove. The neighborhood offers a peaceful suburban retreat while remaining accessible to Greater Philadelphia.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Tree-Lined
Walking and biking in Westbury (Upper Moreland)
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 42/100
There is no local bike-share system, but residential streets have low traffic suitable for casual biking, and the nearby Pennypack Trail provides dedicated off-road paved biking routes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than both Pennsylvania and national averages
- High rates of owner-occupied single-family homes with well-maintained properties
- Strong socioeconomic stability with solid median household income levels and low poverty
- Active local policing by Upper Moreland Township Police Department with prompt response times
Cons
- Car-dependent street grid with limited sidewalks in internal residential pockets
- Occasional reports of unlocked vehicle break-ins typical of quiet suburbs
- Sparse commercial activity within direct residential boundaries requiring travel to main corridors
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within Westbury or the surrounding residential sections of Upper Moreland.
What Westbury (Upper Moreland) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, school buses, and residents heading to work.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe with light residential traffic and families playing outside.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential winding down with minimal through traffic and very safe conditions.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and tranquil with practically no pedestrian activity, maintaining high safety levels.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by SEPTA. The Willow Grove Station on the Warminster Regional Rail line is approximately 1.5 to 2 miles away, connecting directly to Center City Philadelphia, alongside SEPTA Bus Route 55 along Easton Road.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with virtually all residences having private driveways and ample, unrestricted free street parking.
Things to do in Westbury (Upper Moreland)
- Take a stroll or jog along the scenic, nearby Pennypack Trail extension
- Visit Mason's Mill Park nearby for sports courts, playgrounds, and picnic pavilions
- Explore shopping and dining options at the nearby Willow Grove Park Mall corridor
Local favorites
- Nonno's Italian Coffee Parlor · Coffee Shop & Gelato · 4.7★ (320)Beloved local gathering spot offering authentic espresso, Italian desserts, pastries, and gelato.
- Giuseppe's Pizza & Family Restaurant · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (580)Long-running neighborhood staple serving classic thin-crust pizza, hoagies, and pasta dishes.
- Lombardi's Prime Meats & Deli · Deli & Butcher · 4.8★ (240)Traditional butcher counter and Italian deli known for fresh specialty meats and custom sandwiches.
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Common questions about Westbury (Upper Moreland)
Is Westbury (Upper Moreland) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Westbury (Upper Moreland) a good place to live?
On safety, Westbury (Upper Moreland) scores 86/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Westbury (Upper Moreland)?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 42/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Westbury (Upper Moreland) are safer?
Fairoaks (92), Heaton (90), Terwood (90) score higher nearby.
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