West Philadelphia is huuuuge. I only saw a couple parts, with 52nd and Spruce being where I spent the most time. Like I said, I'm sure there's activity there but it just wasn't out there in your face like the other parts of town. North Philly has gotta be the worst part of Philly by a longshot, or at least it seemed that way to me. Our Philly posters can give you more of an expansive scope I'm sure. For all I know those blocks that make up the difference between 60th and 52nd could be a big factor. If anything take a trip out there and check it out!