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It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 4 Ridgewood neighborhoods we score (average 95/100), 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
95
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 Ridgewood
- 1Southeast RidgewoodRidgewoodSoutheast Ridgewood is a picturesque, predominantly residential quarter of the village characterized by stately colonial homes, mature tree canopies…95Go
- 2Northwest RidgewoodRidgewoodNorthwest Ridgewood is an upscale, picturesque residential neighborhood defined by manicured lawns, grand single-family homes, and quiet winding…95Go
- 3Downtown RidgewoodRidgewoodCentered along East and West Ridgewood Avenues around the historic train station, Downtown Ridgewood serves as a charming village hub in Bergen…94Go
- 4Southwest RidgewoodRidgewoodSouthwest Ridgewood is a charming, high-end residential neighborhood characterized by well-kept mid-century and colonial single-family homes, mature…94Go
Best things to do in Ridgewood
- Browse the independent boutiques, gourmet food shops, and bookstores along East Ridgewood Avenue
- Relax or attend seasonal community events at Memorial Park at Van Neste Square
- Dine al fresco at one of the village's acclaimed bistros and trattorias
- Walk or picnic along the paved trails and sports fields at Somerville School and nearby Glen Rock Duck Pond.
- Explore the historic architecture and scenic, tree-lined residential avenues.
- Take a short walk or drive into central Ridgewood for boutique shopping and upscale dining.
- Enjoy a peaceful walk or run along the scenic, tree-shaded neighborhood streets
- Visit the nearby Graydon Pool facility and surrounding recreation fields during warmer months
Getting around Ridgewood
Transit
- NJ Transit operates the Ridgewood Train Station (Main/Bergen County Line) about 1 to 1.5 miles northwest, as well as Glen Rock Main Line/Boro Hall stations just south. Local bus routes including NJ Transit 163 and 164 run along nearby arterial routes providing direct service into Manhattan.
- NJ Transit commuter rail is accessible at the Ridgewood Station roughly 1.5 miles southeast, offering direct service to Hoboken and Secaucus Junction via the Main/Bergen County Line. NJ Transit bus route 164 provides regional service toward Manhattan along nearby arterials.
- The district is anchored by the historic Ridgewood NJ Transit Rail Station on the Main/Bergen County Line, offering frequent rail service to Secaucus Junction, Hoboken, and NYC, along with NJ Transit bus routes 163 and 175.
Biking & trails
- There is no municipal bike-share system, but the wide residential streets and proximity to the Saddle River County Park multi-use path make personal cycling safe and popular.
- There is no municipal bike-share program, but low-speed residential roads are pleasant for biking and connect southward toward the paved Saddle River County Park trail.
Parking
- Residential street parking is readily available and free throughout the neighborhood, though overnight street parking restrictions apply per village ordinances. Downtown lots and metered street spaces are just a few minutes away by car.
- Free on-street residential parking is widely available during the day, though Ridgewood prohibits overnight parking on public streets without a permit. Driveways provide the primary parking throughout the neighborhood.
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All Ridgewood neighborhoods by safety score
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- Northwest RidgewoodRidgewoodNorthwest Ridgewood is an upscale, picturesque residential neighborhood defined by manicured lawns, grand single-family homes, and quiet winding…95Go
- Southeast RidgewoodRidgewoodSoutheast Ridgewood is a picturesque, predominantly residential quarter of the village characterized by stately colonial homes, mature tree canopies…95Go
- Downtown RidgewoodRidgewoodCentered along East and West Ridgewood Avenues around the historic train station, Downtown Ridgewood serves as a charming village hub in Bergen…94Go
- Southwest RidgewoodRidgewoodSouthwest Ridgewood is a charming, high-end residential neighborhood characterized by well-kept mid-century and colonial single-family homes, mature…94Go
Ridgewood safety questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Ridgewood?
Southeast Ridgewood scores highest at 95/100, followed by Northwest Ridgewood (95) and Downtown Ridgewood (94).
Is Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood areas should visitors be careful in?
No area in our list falls below the yellow band.
How does VibeLoco score Ridgewood 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.