I live in the area. Definitely safe in terms of crime. As said above, some nice places to drink, such as The Beehive, the Ferry Boat Inn and the Beavertown brewery. The thing I would want to watch out for though is traffic and cars going at it like the clappers - it's on one of the direct routes from the North Circular to the West End and there is a big retail park slap bang in the middle. Enjoy your stay.