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It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 16 Old Bridge neighborhoods we score (average 88/100), 16 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
88
Go
Neighborhoods scored
16
16 comfortable to walk
Score mix
- Go: 16
- Go, stay aware: 0
- Caution: 0
- No-go after dark: 0
Top 10 safest neighborhoods in Old Bridge
- 1Creighton VillageOld BridgeCreighton Village is a classic central New Jersey suburban community composed primarily of single-family residences with mature trees and manicured…91Go
- 2Oaks at GlenwoodOld BridgeOaks at Glenwood is an established residential neighborhood and condominium community situated in Old Bridge Township, Middlesex County…90Go
- 3CheesequakeOld BridgeCheesequake is a leafy, residential enclave in central New Jersey centered around the expansive Cheesequake State Park. It is characterized by…90Go
- 4Cherry Creek (Old Bridge)Old BridgeCherry Creek is a peaceful residential enclave in Old Bridge Township, defined by manicured yards, cul-de-sacs, and single-family homes. It offers a…90Go
- 5MiddlewoodOld BridgeMiddlewood is a quiet, leafy residential neighborhood in Old Bridge composed primarily of single-family homes and quiet residential streets. It…89Go
- 6Morristown (Old Bridge)Old BridgeMorristown is a leafy, residential hamlet nestled within Old Bridge Township in Middlesex County, bordering Matawan. It features quiet suburban…89Go
- 7Sayerwood SouthOld BridgeSayerwood South is an established suburban enclave in northern Old Bridge Township, characterized by single-family homes, quiet cul-de-sacs, and…89Go
- 8Spring KnollsOld BridgeSpring Knolls is an established residential neighborhood in Old Bridge, New Jersey, characterized by well-kept single-family homes, manicured lawns…88Go
- 9Redshaw CornerOld BridgeRedshaw Corner is an established suburban crossroads centered around County Route 516 and surrounding residential subdivisions in Old Bridge…88Go
- 10Old Bridge CircleOld BridgeOld Bridge Circle serves as a central commercial junction centered around Route 18, County Route 516, and Old Bridge Matawan Road. The surrounding…88Go
Use more caution: 10 lowest-scoring areas
Best things to do in Old Bridge
- Hike and kayak in nearby Cheesequake State Park, located just a short drive northeast
- Stroll and attend community events at the historic Cottrell Farm Park
- Shop and dine along the active County Road 516 commercial strip
- Explore the hiking trails, camping spots, and marsh boardwalks at nearby Cheesequake State Park
- Visit Geick Park for lighted sports fields, walking paths, and community recreation
- Spend an afternoon at the Old Bridge Ice Arena for public skating sessions
- Sample local Italian fare and fresh delis at neighborhood strip centers along Route 516
- Recreate at nearby Geick Park, which offers walking paths, lighted athletic fields, and playgrounds
Getting around Old Bridge
Transit
- NJ Transit operates commuter bus lines such as Route 139 along the nearby Route 9 corridor into Manhattan, but passenger rail requires a 10-15 minute drive to the Matawan-Aberdeen Station on the North Jersey Coast Line.
- NJ Transit operates local and commuter bus services along nearby Route 9 (including routes like the 67 and 139 into New York City), though direct neighborhood access is limited. The closest NJ Transit commuter rail stations are Aberdeen-Matawan and South Amboy on the North Jersey Coast Line, roughly 10-15 minutes away by car.
- NJ Transit operates commuter bus routes 138 and 139 along nearby corridors to Port Authority, while the Aberdeen-Matawan train station on the North Jersey Coast Line is approximately a 10-minute drive away.
Biking & trails
- There is no municipal bike-share system or dedicated bike lane network in the immediate neighborhood, though nearby Cheesequake State Park offers off-road multi-use paths.
- There is no local municipal bike-share system; while local subdivision streets are safe for casual riding, nearby arterial roads lack designated bike lanes and can be hazardous for cyclists.
Parking
- Driveway and curbside street parking are free, spacious, and readily available throughout the entire neighborhood with no metered zones.
- Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with dedicated driveways, condominium parking lots, and free on-street parking permitted on residential roadways.
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All Old Bridge neighborhoods by safety score
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- Creighton VillageOld BridgeCreighton Village is a classic central New Jersey suburban community composed primarily of single-family residences with mature trees and manicured…91Go
- CheesequakeOld BridgeCheesequake is a leafy, residential enclave in central New Jersey centered around the expansive Cheesequake State Park. It is characterized by…90Go
- Cherry Creek (Old Bridge)Old BridgeCherry Creek is a peaceful residential enclave in Old Bridge Township, defined by manicured yards, cul-de-sacs, and single-family homes. It offers a…90Go
- Oaks at GlenwoodOld BridgeOaks at Glenwood is an established residential neighborhood and condominium community situated in Old Bridge Township, Middlesex County…90Go
- MiddlewoodOld BridgeMiddlewood is a quiet, leafy residential neighborhood in Old Bridge composed primarily of single-family homes and quiet residential streets. It…89Go
- Morristown (Old Bridge)Old BridgeMorristown is a leafy, residential hamlet nestled within Old Bridge Township in Middlesex County, bordering Matawan. It features quiet suburban…89Go
- Sayerwood SouthOld BridgeSayerwood South is an established suburban enclave in northern Old Bridge Township, characterized by single-family homes, quiet cul-de-sacs, and…89Go
- Brunswick GardensOld BridgeBrunswick Gardens is an established residential enclave located in Old Bridge, New Jersey, characterized by quiet streets, multi-family garden…88Go
- Old Bridge CircleOld BridgeOld Bridge Circle serves as a central commercial junction centered around Route 18, County Route 516, and Old Bridge Matawan Road. The surrounding…88Go
- Oxford CrossingOld BridgeOxford Crossing is a peaceful residential development situated within Old Bridge Township in central Middlesex County. It consists largely of…88Go
- Redshaw CornerOld BridgeRedshaw Corner is an established suburban crossroads centered around County Route 516 and surrounding residential subdivisions in Old Bridge…88Go
- Spring KnollsOld BridgeSpring Knolls is an established residential neighborhood in Old Bridge, New Jersey, characterized by well-kept single-family homes, manicured lawns…88Go
- The CommonsOld BridgeThe Commons is a quiet condominium and residential enclave located within Old Bridge Township in Middlesex County. Surrounded by arterial corridors…87Go
- Maiden WoodsOld BridgeMaiden Woods is a peaceful residential townhouse and subdivision development situated in Old Bridge Township, New Jersey. The neighborhood features…86Go
- Old Bridge MewsOld BridgeOld Bridge Mews is an established townhome and condominium enclave in Old Bridge Township, nestled just off the Route 9 corridor. The neighborhood is…86Go
- Laurence HarborOld BridgeLaurence Harbor is an unincorporated suburban and waterfront CDP situated along the southern shore of Raritan Bay. Visitors primarily come to enjoy…82Go
Old Bridge safety questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Old Bridge?
Creighton Village scores highest at 91/100, followed by Oaks at Glenwood (90) and Cheesequake (90).
Is Old Bridge safe to walk at night?
In the 16 green-rated areas, generally yes with normal awareness. None of the areas we score are rated orange or red.
Which Old Bridge areas should visitors be careful in?
No area in our list falls below the yellow band.
How does VibeLoco score Old Bridge 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.