Living in or staying in Overbrook, 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 Overbrook

A historic residential enclave in West Philadelphia characterized by leafy tree-lined streets, stone rowhouses, detached homes, and proximity to regional rail and Morris Park. It offers a slower, neighborhood pace distinct from downtown, populated largely by long-term residents and commuters.

Good for

• drivers
• quiet seekers
• families
• retirees

Less suited to

• nightlife seekers
• first-time visitors
• luxury travelers

Watch out for

• Theft from vehicles and motor vehicle theft are regular concerns on residential streets; avoid leaving anything visible inside parked cars.
• Street robbery incidents have been reported after dark near transit stops and major thoroughfares like Lansdowne Avenue and 63rd Street; caution is recommended late at night.
• Isolated gun violence and shootings occasionally occur around commercial intersections and bordering Carroll Park blocks, particularly late in the evening.

Sources

• Crime Statistics
• Homicide Deaths in Philadelphia County, 2023
• Foreign travel advice: safety and security
• Homicide rate per 100,000 people (2023)
• Overbrook, Philadelphia