Cities / New Jersey / Clifton
It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 6 Clifton neighborhoods we score (average 82/100), 6 are comfortable to walk around with normal awareness. Green means comfortable on foot; red means we would not walk it casually.
What makes up this score?City average
82
Go
Neighborhoods scored
6
6 comfortable to walk
Score mix
- Go: 4
- Go, stay aware: 2
- Caution: 0
- No-go after dark: 0
Top 6 safest neighborhoods in Clifton
- 1AllwoodCliftonAllwood is an established suburban neighborhood in southern Clifton centered around tree-lined residential blocks and active retail corridors along…86Go
- 2RichfieldCliftonRichfield is an established, predominantly residential neighborhood in southern Clifton centered around Clifton Avenue and Allwood Road. It features…85Go
- 3AtheniaCliftonAthenia is a stable, middle-class neighborhood in central Clifton characterized by neat single-family homes, modest multi-family properties, and a…84Go
- 4Albion PlaceCliftonAlbion Place is a quiet, tree-lined residential pocket in western Clifton bordering Passaic and Paterson. Characterized by single- and two-family…82Go
- 5DelawannaCliftonDelawanna is situated in southern Clifton along the Passaic River and Route 3 corridor, characterized by classic early-to-mid 20th-century…79Go, stay aware
- 6Clifton Border HillsCliftonClifton Border Hills is a hilly, tree-lined residential enclave defined by well-kept single-family homes, quiet streets, and rolling topography…78Go, stay aware
Best things to do in Clifton
- Enjoy the open sports fields, playgrounds, and community gatherings at Albion Memorial Park.
- Take a stroll or relax under shaded green space at nearby Maple Valley Park.
- Explore diverse international dining options along the Valley Road and Broad Street commercial corridors.
- Explore the walking paths, sports fields, and open greenspace at Athenia Steel Park
- Sample authentic Eastern European specialties and baked goods along the Van Houten Avenue commercial strip
- Attend seasonal community events and farmers markets hosted by the Clifton Recreation Department nearby
- Hike scenic woodland trails and take in panoramic NYC skyline views at Garret Mountain Reservation.
- Tour the historic grounds and exhibits at nearby Lambert Castle.
Getting around Clifton
Transit
- NJ Transit operates high-frequency express buses to Manhattan's Port Authority from the Allwood Park & Ride (including routes 192 and 199), while the Clifton train station on the Main Line is approximately a five-minute drive away.
- NJ Transit bus routes (including the 191, 192, and 709) run through the neighborhood providing direct service to Manhattan's Port Authority Bus Terminal and local hubs, while the Clifton and Allwood train stations are within a 5-to-10-minute drive.
- Public transit is operated by NJ Transit, with the Clifton train station on the Main Line located within a short walk or drive, providing direct rail connections to Hoboken and Secaucus Junction alongside local bus routes including the 72 and 702.
Biking & trails
- There are no public bike-share hubs in Allwood, and cycling is mostly limited to neighborhood side streets due to lack of dedicated bike lanes on major thoroughfares.
- There are no municipal bike-share programs or dedicated cycle lanes in the immediate neighborhood, so cycling is primarily restricted to low-speed residential side streets.
Parking
- Street parking on residential roads is free and generally straightforward, while shopping centers and commuter facilities offer extensive surface lot parking.
- Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with free dedicated lots at retail plazas and ample unrestricted street parking on residential avenues.
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All Clifton neighborhoods by safety score
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- AllwoodCliftonAllwood is an established suburban neighborhood in southern Clifton centered around tree-lined residential blocks and active retail corridors along…86Go
- RichfieldCliftonRichfield is an established, predominantly residential neighborhood in southern Clifton centered around Clifton Avenue and Allwood Road. It features…85Go
- AtheniaCliftonAthenia is a stable, middle-class neighborhood in central Clifton characterized by neat single-family homes, modest multi-family properties, and a…84Go
- Albion PlaceCliftonAlbion Place is a quiet, tree-lined residential pocket in western Clifton bordering Passaic and Paterson. Characterized by single- and two-family…82Go
- DelawannaCliftonDelawanna is situated in southern Clifton along the Passaic River and Route 3 corridor, characterized by classic early-to-mid 20th-century…79Go, stay aware
- Clifton Border HillsCliftonClifton Border Hills is a hilly, tree-lined residential enclave defined by well-kept single-family homes, quiet streets, and rolling topography…78Go, stay aware
Clifton safety questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Clifton?
Allwood scores highest at 86/100, followed by Richfield (85) and Athenia (84).
Is Clifton safe to walk at night?
In the 4 green-rated areas, generally yes with normal awareness. None of the areas we score are rated orange or red.
Which Clifton areas should visitors be careful in?
No area in our list falls below the yellow band.
How does VibeLoco score Clifton neighborhoods?
Each score blends recent reported crime and local news with Census data on income, poverty and housing, refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately.