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It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 2 Montclair neighborhoods we score (average 92/100), 2 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
92
Go
Neighborhoods scored
2
2 comfortable to walk
Score mix
- Go: 2
- Go, stay aware: 0
- Caution: 0
- No-go after dark: 0
Top 2 safest neighborhoods in Montclair
- 1Upper MontclairMontclairUpper Montclair is a picturesque, upscale enclave in northern Montclair centered around the intersection of Valley Road and Bellevue Avenue. Known…92Go
- 2Montclair HeightsMontclairMontclair Heights is a picturesque, leafy enclave in northern Montclair characterized by well-maintained single-family homes, rolling topography, and…91Go
Best things to do in Montclair
- Stroll through the historic and colorful Presby Memorial Iris Gardens
- Browse independent boutiques, bakeries, and cafes along Bellevue Avenue
- Hike scenic wooded ridge trails with NYC skyline views at nearby Mills Reservation
- Catch a theater, dance, or musical performance at the Alexander Kasser Theater on the Montclair State University campus.
- Stroll the peaceful suburban streets and admire historic architectural styles ranging from Tudors to mid-century colonials.
- Visit the nearby Alonzo F. Bonsal Wildlife Preserve for nature walks along the Third River.
Getting around Montclair
Transit
- NJ Transit operates regular commuter rail service to Midtown Manhattan from Upper Montclair Station on the Montclair-Boonton Line, supplemented by local NJ Transit bus routes like the 28 on Valley Road.
- NJ Transit operates the Montclair-Boonton Line directly through the Montclair Heights station, offering weekday commuter train service to New York Penn Station and Hoboken. Local NJ Transit bus route 28 also serves nearby arterial corridors like Valley Road.
Biking & trails
- There is no municipal bike-share program, but local residential streets are bike-friendly and connect directly to paved paths in Anderson Park and Brookdale Park.
- There is no municipal bike-share system in Montclair Heights, and cycling can be challenging due to hilly terrain and narrow residential streets without dedicated bike lanes.
Parking
- Metered street parking and municipal permit lots are available along Bellevue Avenue and Valley Road using the ParkMobile app, with rates typically around $1.50 per hour.
- Residential street parking is readily available and generally free, though overnight parking restrictions apply without a municipal permit. Commuter permit and daily permit lots are available at the Montclair Heights train station.
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All Montclair neighborhoods by safety score
- Upper MontclairMontclairUpper Montclair is a picturesque, upscale enclave in northern Montclair centered around the intersection of Valley Road and Bellevue Avenue. Known…92Go
- Montclair HeightsMontclairMontclair Heights is a picturesque, leafy enclave in northern Montclair characterized by well-maintained single-family homes, rolling topography, and…91Go
Montclair safety questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Montclair?
Upper Montclair scores highest at 92/100, followed by Montclair Heights (91).
Is Montclair safe to walk at night?
In the 2 green-rated areas, generally yes with normal awareness. None of the areas we score are rated orange or red.
Which Montclair areas should visitors be careful in?
No area in our list falls below the yellow band.
How does VibeLoco score Montclair 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.