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It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 6 Wayne neighborhoods we score (average 90/100), 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
90
Go
Neighborhoods scored
6
6 comfortable to walk
Score mix
- Go: 6
- Go, stay aware: 0
- Caution: 0
- No-go after dark: 0
Top 6 safest neighborhoods in Wayne
- 1Pines LakeWaynePines Lake is an affluent, wooded residential enclave surrounding a 165-acre lake in northern Wayne Township. Characterized by well-manicured…94Go
- 2Packanack LakeWaynePackanack Lake is a picturesque residential neighborhood centered around a private 180-acre lake in southern Wayne, New Jersey. Established as a…93Go
- 3PreaknessWaynePreakness is a well-established, upper-middle-class residential and commercial district within Wayne Township in Passaic County. Characterized by…90Go
- 4Mountain View (Wayne)WayneMountain View is a historic, transit-oriented suburban corner in southern Wayne centered around the NJ Transit train station and local commercial…89Go
- 5Old WayneWayneOld Wayne is a scenic and historic residential enclave within Wayne Township, featuring leafy residential streets, historic landmarks, and quiet…89Go
- 6Hoffman GroveWayneHoffman Grove is a secluded, semi-rural residential neighborhood tucked along the Pompton River in Wayne Township. Originally established as a summer…85Go
Best things to do in Wayne
- Launch a kayak or canoe onto the Pompton River for scenic, flatwater paddling.
- Explore the nearby walking paths and birdwatching habitats around Great Piece Meadows.
- Take a short drive to High Mountain Park Preserve for elevated hiking trails with panoramic views.
- Catch a scenic commuter rail ride on the NJ Transit Montclair-Boonton Line from historic Mountain View Station
- Explore the nearby nature trails and riverfront views at Passaic County parks
- Dine on classic Italian cuisine and casual fare at neighborhood family eateries along Fayette Avenue
- Tour the historic Dey Mansion Washington's Headquarters and its surrounding park grounds
- Explore walking paths and nature viewing around nearby High Mountain Reserve Park
Getting around Wayne
Transit
- Transit access within Pines Lake is virtually nonexistent. NJ Transit operates bus route 197 along the Hamburg Turnpike corridor offering commuter service to NYC, and the Mountain View-Wayne rail station is about 5 miles south.
- Public transit is managed by NJ Transit, with local bus routes 197 and 748 operating along the nearby Route 23 corridor. The nearest commuter rail options are Mountain View-Wayne Station and Wayne/Route 23 Transit Center, both roughly 2 to 3 miles away by car.
- NJ Transit operates local bus routes like the 197 and 748 along major thoroughfares, connecting to nearby transit centers, though rail service requires a drive to the Wayne/Route 23 Transit Center or Mountain View station.
Biking & trails
- There are no bike-share hubs or dedicated cycle lanes in the neighborhood; recreational cycling occurs on shared residential roads with hilly terrain.
- There are no public bike-share systems in the area. Cycling is feasible on low-traffic residential side streets, but dedicated bike lanes and direct greenway connections are minimal.
Parking
- Street parking along lake roads is strictly restricted or permit-only to association members, but private driveways are standard and nearby commercial plazas offer ample free surface parking.
- Residential street parking is easy and free, though restrictions on overnight on-street parking apply during winter snowstorms. Commercial spots and local businesses offer dedicated free surface parking lots.
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All Wayne neighborhoods by safety score
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- Pines LakeWaynePines Lake is an affluent, wooded residential enclave surrounding a 165-acre lake in northern Wayne Township. Characterized by well-manicured…94Go
- Packanack LakeWaynePackanack Lake is a picturesque residential neighborhood centered around a private 180-acre lake in southern Wayne, New Jersey. Established as a…93Go
- PreaknessWaynePreakness is a well-established, upper-middle-class residential and commercial district within Wayne Township in Passaic County. Characterized by…90Go
- Mountain View (Wayne)WayneMountain View is a historic, transit-oriented suburban corner in southern Wayne centered around the NJ Transit train station and local commercial…89Go
- Old WayneWayneOld Wayne is a scenic and historic residential enclave within Wayne Township, featuring leafy residential streets, historic landmarks, and quiet…89Go
- Hoffman GroveWayneHoffman Grove is a secluded, semi-rural residential neighborhood tucked along the Pompton River in Wayne Township. Originally established as a summer…85Go
Wayne safety questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Wayne?
Pines Lake scores highest at 94/100, followed by Packanack Lake (93) and Preakness (90).
Is Wayne safe to walk at night?
In the 6 green-rated areas, generally yes with normal awareness. None of the areas we score are rated orange or red.
Which Wayne areas should visitors be careful in?
No area in our list falls below the yellow band.
How does VibeLoco score Wayne 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.