Cities / New Jersey / West Orange
It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 2 West Orange neighborhoods we score (average 88/100), 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
88
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 West Orange
- 1Saint CloudWest OrangeSaint Cloud is a leafy, residential neighborhood in West Orange characterized by well-kept mid-century homes and tree-lined streets. It borders South…88Go
- 2PleasantdaleWest OrangePleasantdale is a leafy, residential enclave in West Orange centered around rolling hills, golf courses, and commercial corridors on Eagle Rock…87Go
Best things to do in West Orange
- Hike the scenic forested trails of the neighboring South Mountain Reservation
- Spend the day at the nearby Essex County Turtle Back Zoo and Treetop Adventure Course
- Skate during public sessions at the adjacent Richard J. Codey Arena
- Hike scenic woodland trails and enjoy NYC skyline views at nearby Eagle Rock Reservation
- Explore the historic grounds or attend events at the renowned Pleasantdale Chateau estate
- Play a round of golf or visit the green spaces around local country clubs and parks
Getting around West Orange
Transit
- NJ Transit provides bus service along Northfield Avenue via lines such as the 71 and 73; the nearest rail hubs are the South Orange and Highland Avenue NJ Transit train stations, located about a 10-minute drive away.
- Public transit is operated by NJ Transit, with local bus routes 71 and 73 providing connections to Newark and Orange, while NJ Transit rail stations in Orange or South Orange are a 10-15 minute drive away.
Biking & trails
- There is no municipal bike-share service, and while South Mountain Reservation offers dedicated recreational trails, steep topography and narrow road shoulders make utilitarian road cycling challenging.
- There are no dedicated municipal bike-share stations or protected bike lanes, and steep hilly terrain along with narrow roads can make utility cycling challenging.
Parking
- Street parking on residential roads is abundant, free, and unrestricted, while adjacent recreation centers offer large dedicated surface lots.
- Parking is exceptionally easy with large, free private parking lots at all commercial centers and ample, unrestricted street parking in residential zones.
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All West Orange neighborhoods by safety score
- Saint CloudWest OrangeSaint Cloud is a leafy, residential neighborhood in West Orange characterized by well-kept mid-century homes and tree-lined streets. It borders South…88Go
- PleasantdaleWest OrangePleasantdale is a leafy, residential enclave in West Orange centered around rolling hills, golf courses, and commercial corridors on Eagle Rock…87Go
West Orange safety questions
What is the safest neighborhood in West Orange?
Saint Cloud scores highest at 88/100, followed by Pleasantdale (87).
Is West Orange 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 West Orange areas should visitors be careful in?
No area in our list falls below the yellow band.
How does VibeLoco score West Orange 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.