Is Wyndom safe?
Ridley, Pennsylvania · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Wyndom as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Wyndom
“Go. Wyndom is a peaceful, established residential enclave within Ridley Township that provides a safe and quiet suburban environment. Visitors and residents experience minimal safety concerns beyond standard suburban precautions such as locking vehicle doors.”
About the area
Wyndom is a classic post-war suburban neighborhood in Ridley Township, Delaware County, defined by well-kept single-family homes and tree-lined streets. It offers a secluded community feel while remaining conveniently close to shopping and dining along MacDade Boulevard.
- Quiet Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Wyndom
Walk score: 52/100 · Bike score: 46/100
Dedicated bike lanes and bike-share stations are absent in the neighborhood, but the low-speed residential streets are suitable for casual biking.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than national and regional averages
- High rates of owner-occupied housing and stable middle-class household incomes
- Quiet, low-traffic neighborhood streets that are secure throughout the day
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins near commercial roads
- Heavily car-dependent layout with minimal commercial activity directly inside the subdivision
- Limited public lighting on certain interior residential blocks late at night
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within the residential interior of Wyndom, with only rare panhandling seen around broader MacDade Boulevard retail plazas.
What Wyndom is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, morning joggers, and school-commuter traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very calm and secure, with quiet residential streets and children playing outdoors.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued suburban atmosphere with residents relaxing at home and very safe walking conditions.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and dark with almost no foot traffic; exceptionally low risk of disturbance.
Transit, parking and getting around
SEPTA serves the area with Bus Routes 107 and 113 running along MacDade Boulevard, while the Ridley Park and Crum Lynne stations on the SEPTA Wilmington/Newark Regional Rail Line are roughly a 5- to 8-minute drive away.
Residential street parking is free, plentiful, and unmetered throughout the neighborhood, and almost all homes feature private driveways.
Things to do in Wyndom
- Take a quiet walk or jog through the residential side streets and local community parks
- Visit the nearby Ridley Township Marina for waterfront views and seasonal events along Darby Creek
- Browse the restaurants and local retail centers along adjacent MacDade Boulevard
Local favorites
- Nifty Fifty's · 1950s Diner · 4.5★ (4350)Popular retro-themed diner famous for burgers, fresh-cut fries, and an extensive milk shake menu.
- Johnny Paisano's Italian Delicacies · Italian Deli · 4.7★ (510)Beloved local specialty deli serving generous hot sandwiches, specialty cutlets, and prepared Italian meals.
- Stinger's Waterfront · Seafood Restaurant & Bar · 4.4★ (1950)Relaxed waterside dining spot located at Ridley Marina offering seafood, American fare, and outdoor patio seating.
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Common questions about Wyndom
Is Wyndom safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Wyndom a good place to live?
On safety, Wyndom scores 82/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Wyndom?
Walk score 52/100 and bike score 46/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Wyndom are safer?
Rutledge (PA) (90), Holmes (84), Morton (84) score higher nearby.
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