Living in or staying in Naval Square, Philadelphia

Scores

Safety and quiet come from researched sources about the whole neighborhood; walkability, transport and nightlife from the places and stops around its center.

About Naval Square

A historic, gated master-planned community on the grounds of the former US Naval Asylum. Landscaped lawns, historic Greek Revival architecture, and upscale townhomes create an exceptionally quiet, orderly enclave tucked just west of Graduate Hospital.

Good for

• families
• retirees
• quiet seekers
• pet owners
• drivers

Less suited to

• budget travelers
• foodies
• culture lovers

Watch out for

• Once outside the security gates along Grays Ferry Avenue or Christian Street, exercise normal urban awareness regarding vehicle break-ins and package theft common to adjacent neighborhoods.
• Bicycle and pedestrian traffic along the Schuylkill River Trail entrance near the South Street Bridge can experience occasional after-dark theft or isolated muggings.

Sources

• Philadelphia Police Department Crime Maps and Statistics
• Foreign travel advice: safety and security
• Homicide rate per 100,000 people (2023)