Philadelphia, Philadelphia PA — neighborhood review

Philadelphia, PA

Philadelphia · Philadelphia County · PA 19144

Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$239K

Median Price

96/100

Walk Score

7.5/10

Schools

16 min

to Philadelphia, PA

Score Breakdown

CAffordability
63/100
FSafety
18/100
BSchools
75/100
FQuietness
30/100
B+Commute
85/100
AWalkability
96/100
WYLT Score61/100

Our Take

The area offers affordable housing and a short commute to downtown, but it’s heavily car‑dependent and lacks good transit or walkability. Schools are decent but the neighborhood has a high crime rate and limited amenities. Consider it if you’re budget‑conscious and okay with a busy urban environment, but expect to rely on a car.

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The Good

  • ✓Affordable home and rent prices compared to city average
  • ✓Short 16‑minute drive to downtown Philadelphia
  • ✓Decent public schools with average rating 6.8
  • ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)

Real Talk

  • !High violent and property crime typical of many Philadelphia neighborhoods
  • !Limited public transit options force most residents to use a car
  • !Walkability and bike infrastructure are poor, making errands on foot difficult
  • !Urban noise and traffic are common, especially near major arteries
  • $Parking fees or permit costs in many buildings
  • $Higher insurance premiums due to crime risk
  • $Potential need for a security system or home alarm

Best For

first‑time rentersbudget buyerscommuters to downtownthose who don’t mind city noise

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeHigh
Property crimeHigh
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Philadelphia, PA

F

Safety grade

Safety score18 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
High
9.2incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

149% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
High
38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

97% higher than the national average

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