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It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 15 Woodbridge neighborhoods we score (average 82/100), 15 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
82
Go
Neighborhoods scored
15
15 comfortable to walk
Score mix
- Go: 13
- Go, stay aware: 2
- Caution: 0
- No-go after dark: 0
Top 10 safest neighborhoods in Woodbridge
- 1ColoniaWoodbridgeColonia is a classic Central New Jersey bedroom community characterized by tree-lined streets, well-maintained single-family homes, and localized…89Go
- 2IselinWoodbridgeSituated in Woodbridge Township, Iselin is renowned across the region for its bustling Oak Tree Road district, often called Little India, featuring…86Go
- 3Lynn WoodoaksWoodbridgeLynn Woodoaks is an established residential subdivision within Woodbridge, New Jersey, characterized by single-family homes, manicured lawns, and low…84Go
- 4HazeltonWoodbridgeHazelton is a peaceful residential pocket within Woodbridge Township defined by mid-century single-family homes, neat lawns, and tree-lined streets…84Go
- 5FordsWoodbridgeFords is an unincorporated suburban enclave within Woodbridge Township characterized by modest single-family homes and neighborhood commercial strips…84Go
- 6EdgarsWoodbridgeEdgars is a quiet residential pocket in northern Woodbridge Township characterized by mid-century single-family homes and tree-lined local streets…83Go
- 7Sand HillsWoodbridgeSand Hills is a modest, primarily residential neighborhood in Woodbridge Township, New Jersey, characterized by well-kept single-family homes, mature…83Go
- 8Menlo Park TerraceWoodbridgeMenlo Park Terrace is a compact, predominantly residential neighborhood nestled just south of major retail corridors and Route 1 in Woodbridge…83Go
- 9Shore ViewWoodbridgeShore View is a peaceful, established residential community situated near the Arthur Kill waterways in Woodbridge Township. Composed primarily of…82Go
- 10Port ReadingWoodbridgePort Reading is a close-knit, residential section of Woodbridge Township characterized by single-family homes, neighborhood parks, and adjacent…82Go
Use more caution: 10 lowest-scoring areas
Best things to do in Woodbridge
- Sample casual local dining along the Smith Street commercial stretch
- Access nearby Raritan River waterfront vistas and fishing spots
- Use as a quiet base for exploring nearby historic Perth Amboy or Woodbridge shopping hubs
- Walk the scenic paved trails and take in views of the Arthur Kill at Alvin P. Williams Memorial Park
- Visit the nearby Sewaren Marina for recreational boating and fishing access
- Explore the historic downtown dining and boutique shopping corridor in Woodbridge Center
- Walk the shaded trails, playgrounds, and animal sanctuary at adjacent Merrill Park along the Rahway River.
- Dine and shop at neighborhood bakeries, delis, and Italian restaurants along the Inman Avenue strip.
Getting around Woodbridge
Transit
- NJ Transit runs local bus routes like the 112 and 115 along major roads, but rail commuters rely on Metropark Station in Iselin or Rahway Station, both located roughly 2 to 3 miles away.
- Iselin contains the Metropark Station, a major transit node served by NJ Transit's Northeast Corridor line and Amtrak, along with local NJ Transit bus routes including the 804 and 805.
- NJ Transit provides commuter rail via Woodbridge Station and Metropark Station, both within a 5 to 10 minute drive, while NJ Transit bus routes operate along nearby major arteries like Route 35 and Green Street.
Biking & trails
- There is no municipal bike-share system, and while interior neighborhood side streets are easy to cycle, major corridors lack dedicated bike lanes.
- There is no municipal bike-share program and on-street bike lanes are scarce, though nearby Merrill Park provides paved recreational paths.
Parking
- Parking is exceptionally easy with unrestricted, free street parking in residential areas and large free surface lots at all commercial centers.
- Free or customer parking is available in strip-mall surface lots along Oak Tree Road, though spaces fill quickly during peak hours; Metropark offers extensive multi-level commuter parking decks for a daily fee.
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All Woodbridge neighborhoods by safety score
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- ColoniaWoodbridgeColonia is a classic Central New Jersey bedroom community characterized by tree-lined streets, well-maintained single-family homes, and localized…89Go
- IselinWoodbridgeSituated in Woodbridge Township, Iselin is renowned across the region for its bustling Oak Tree Road district, often called Little India, featuring…86Go
- FordsWoodbridgeFords is an unincorporated suburban enclave within Woodbridge Township characterized by modest single-family homes and neighborhood commercial strips…84Go
- HazeltonWoodbridgeHazelton is a peaceful residential pocket within Woodbridge Township defined by mid-century single-family homes, neat lawns, and tree-lined streets…84Go
- Lynn WoodoaksWoodbridgeLynn Woodoaks is an established residential subdivision within Woodbridge, New Jersey, characterized by single-family homes, manicured lawns, and low…84Go
- EdgarsWoodbridgeEdgars is a quiet residential pocket in northern Woodbridge Township characterized by mid-century single-family homes and tree-lined local streets…83Go
- Menlo Park TerraceWoodbridgeMenlo Park Terrace is a compact, predominantly residential neighborhood nestled just south of major retail corridors and Route 1 in Woodbridge…83Go
- Sand HillsWoodbridgeSand Hills is a modest, primarily residential neighborhood in Woodbridge Township, New Jersey, characterized by well-kept single-family homes, mature…83Go
- Port ReadingWoodbridgePort Reading is a close-knit, residential section of Woodbridge Township characterized by single-family homes, neighborhood parks, and adjacent…82Go
- SewarenWoodbridgeSewaren is a quiet waterfront neighborhood within Woodbridge Township characterized by modest single-family homes and coastal views facing Staten…82Go
- Shore ViewWoodbridgeShore View is a peaceful, established residential community situated near the Arthur Kill waterways in Woodbridge Township. Composed primarily of…82Go
- HopelawnWoodbridgeHopelawn is a compact, predominantly residential community nestled between Perth Amboy, Fords, and Keasbey in Middlesex County. Characterized by…81Go
- Avenel (Woodbridge)WoodbridgeAvenel is an unincorporated neighborhood of Woodbridge Township defined by quiet single-family residential blocks, recent transit-oriented…80Go
- Boynton Beach (Woodbridge)WoodbridgeBoynton Beach is a small residential enclave situated in eastern Woodbridge Township near the Sewaren and Port Reading borders. The area consists…77Go, stay aware
- KeasbeyWoodbridgeSituated along the Raritan River in Woodbridge Township, Keasbey is a mix of heavy industrial facilities, distribution centers, and modest…74Go, stay aware
Woodbridge safety questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Woodbridge?
Colonia scores highest at 89/100, followed by Iselin (86) and Lynn Woodoaks (84).
Is Woodbridge safe to walk at night?
In the 13 green-rated areas, generally yes with normal awareness. None of the areas we score are rated orange or red.
Which Woodbridge areas should visitors be careful in?
No area in our list falls below the yellow band.
How does VibeLoco score Woodbridge 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.