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Shillington, PA
Shillington · PA 19607
Updated July 4, 2026 · Would You Live There? · Covers: Shillington, Reading, Cumru
Good for now
Verdict
$420K
Median Price
18/100
Walk Score
5/10
Schools
81 min
to Philadelphia, PA
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
ASafety
92/100
D+Schools
50/100
B+Quietness
80/100
FCommute
35/100
FWalkability
18/100
WYLT Score56/100
Our Take
Shillington is a quiet, family‑friendly suburb with decent housing prices and low crime. The main drawback is the lack of walkability and a long commute to Philadelphia, but for those who drive it offers a relaxed environment.
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The Good
- ✓Affordable home prices compared to nearby suburbs
- ✓Low crime rates and a strong sense of community
- ✓Good schools in the Shillington Area School District
- ✓Access to major highways for commuting
Real Talk
- !Walk score of 18 means most errands require a car
- !Commute to Philadelphia takes about 81 minutes
- !Limited dining and nightlife options in the borough
- !Public transit options are sparse and infrequent
- $Higher property taxes for small boroughs
- $Older homes may need maintenance upgrades
- $Utility costs can be higher in winter due to older insulation
Best For
Suburban familiesPet ownersQuiet commutersFirst‑time home buyers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Shillington, PA
A
Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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