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It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 4 Haddon neighborhoods we score (average 86/100), 4 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
86
Go
Neighborhoods scored
4
4 comfortable to walk
Score mix
- Go: 4
- Go, stay aware: 0
- Caution: 0
- No-go after dark: 0
Top 4 safest neighborhoods in Haddon
- 1Haddon HillsHaddonHaddon Hills is a tree-shaded, garden-apartment and single-family residential neighborhood nestled in Haddon Township, New Jersey. Situated between…88Go
- 2Westmont (Haddon)HaddonWestmont is a vibrant neighborhood and business core within Haddon Township, known for its tree-lined residential streets, independent restaurants…88Go
- 3West CollingswoodHaddonWest Collingswood is a leafy, residential section of Haddon Township characterized by well-kept single-family homes, quiet grid streets, and close…86Go
- 4West Collingswood HeightsHaddonWest Collingswood Heights is a tight-knit residential section of Haddon Township bordered by Mount Ephraim and Newton Lake. The area consists…82Go
Best things to do in Haddon
- Stroll or jog along the scenic waterfront pathways of nearby Cooper River Park
- Explore the independent shops, breweries, and eateries along Haddon Avenue in Westmont
- Relax or catch outdoor community events at Crystal Lake Pool and surrounding green spaces
- Walk, jog, or kayak around the scenic trails and waters of Newton Lake Park.
- Explore the independent dining and craft beverage scene along nearby Haddon Avenue.
- Take a short trip to the historic Scottish Rite Auditorium for live music and performances.
- Dine and sample craft beers along the bustling Haddon Avenue restaurant corridor.
- Catch a show or community event at the historic Ritz Theatre Company on White Horse Pike.
Getting around Haddon
Transit
- The Westmont Station on the PATCO Speedline is roughly a 15- to 20-minute walk (or a 5-minute drive), offering 24/7 rapid transit into Center City Philadelphia. NJ Transit bus route 451 also serves the immediate corridors along Crystal Lake and Haddon Avenues.
- The Westmont PATCO Speedline station sits directly in the neighborhood, providing 24/7 rapid transit rail service to Center City Philadelphia and Lindenwold. NJ Transit bus route 451 also serves the local corridor.
- NJ Transit bus routes (including the 400 and 403) serve the nearby major corridors, while the PATCO Speedline stations in Westmont and Collingswood are a short 5-minute drive or moderate walk away, providing direct 15-minute rail service into Center City Philadelphia.
Biking & trails
- While municipal bike-share is not present, the neighborhood directly connects to the extensive paved multi-use trail loops around Cooper River Park and Newton Lake.
- While municipal bike share is not active, the neighborhood features quiet residential side streets and direct access to the paved multi-use loops at adjacent Cooper River Park.
Parking
- Free residential street parking and dedicated lot parking for apartment complexes are abundant, with no meters in the residential blocks and easily accessible municipal lots along Haddon Avenue.
- Ample parking is available in commuter lots at the Westmont PATCO station and municipal lots behind Haddon Avenue shops, supplemented by free or low-cost metered street parking.
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All Haddon neighborhoods by safety score
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- Haddon HillsHaddonHaddon Hills is a tree-shaded, garden-apartment and single-family residential neighborhood nestled in Haddon Township, New Jersey. Situated between…88Go
- Westmont (Haddon)HaddonWestmont is a vibrant neighborhood and business core within Haddon Township, known for its tree-lined residential streets, independent restaurants…88Go
- West CollingswoodHaddonWest Collingswood is a leafy, residential section of Haddon Township characterized by well-kept single-family homes, quiet grid streets, and close…86Go
- West Collingswood HeightsHaddonWest Collingswood Heights is a tight-knit residential section of Haddon Township bordered by Mount Ephraim and Newton Lake. The area consists…82Go
Haddon safety questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Haddon?
Haddon Hills scores highest at 88/100, followed by Westmont (Haddon) (88) and West Collingswood (86).
Is Haddon 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 Haddon areas should visitors be careful in?
No area in our list falls below the yellow band.
How does VibeLoco score Haddon 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.