Living in or staying in Spring Garden, 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 Spring Garden

A historic residential district set just north of Center City, known for grand Victorian brownstones, quiet tree-lined side streets, and private gardens. Steps from major museums along the Parkway, the area attracts young professionals, families, and long-term locals enjoying neighborhood cafes, community plots, and a relaxed, community-minded pace.

Good for

• culture lovers
• couples
• families
• retirees
• first-time visitors

Less suited to

• budget travelers
• drivers

Watch out for

• Incidents of property theft and street robbery are disproportionately concentrated along Broad Street and transit stops after dark.
• Theft from vehicles and bicycle theft occur frequently along Fairmount Avenue and secondary cross streets.
• Occasional incidents and disturbances have been recorded near public open spaces, including Roberto Clemente Playground and around community garden edges late in the evening.

Sources

• Community Safety in Philadelphia's Point Breeze and Spring Garden Neighborhoods
• Crime Statistics
• Foreign travel advice: safety and security
• Homicide rate per 100,000 people (2023)
• Spring Garden, Philadelphia