Is Barrington safe?
Barrington, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Barrington as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Barrington
“Go. Barrington is a tranquil, middle-class South Jersey borough offering a safe and welcoming suburban atmosphere. Visitors primarily come for its local dining and craft brewery scene with little reason for safety concerns day or night.”
About the area
Barrington is an established residential community located in Camden County just southeast of Philadelphia. Centered around Clements Bridge Road, the borough features tree-lined residential streets, mid-century single-family homes, and modest commercial hubs. It offers a relaxed, small-town vibe with quick highway access to neighboring dining and transit centers.
- Suburban Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Craft Beer Hub
- Low-Key Residential
Walking and biking in Barrington
Walk score: 54/100 · Bike score: 51/100
There is no municipal bike-share system in Barrington; cycling is best suited for quiet residential side streets as major thoroughfares lack dedicated bike lanes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than both national and state averages.
- Strong homeownership rates exceeding 75% foster stable and well-maintained neighborhoods.
- Low poverty rate and steady median household income supporting a stable local economy.
- Easily accessible free parking and straightforward navigation along major corridors.
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins along commercial fringes.
- Pedestrian infrastructure drops off quickly once away from Clements Bridge Road.
- Limited public transit connectivity requiring a personal vehicle for most errands.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Barrington, with virtually no encampments or panhandling observed in the borough.
What Barrington is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and calm, with school buses, morning commuters, and dog walkers populating the side streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Active around commercial strips on Clements Bridge Road with light retail foot traffic and completely safe residential areas.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential feel with welcoming pockets of social activity around local restaurants and the brewery.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic and minimal street activity; exceptionally quiet and generally very safe for walking.
Transit, parking and getting around
NJ Transit operates local bus service through the borough, including routes 400 and 455 along major avenues. The nearest rail option is the PATCO Speedline at Haddonfield Station, roughly 2.5 miles north, which requires a brief car or bus connection.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with free on-street parking permitted on most residential streets and dedicated private surface lots at local businesses and strip malls.
Things to do in Barrington
- Sample craft beers at the spacious Tonewood Brewing production taproom and outdoor seating area.
- Enjoy casual dining and local flavor along the Clements Bridge Road business corridor.
- Spend a relaxing afternoon walking the perimeter and community paths at Wishonka Park.
Local favorites
- Tonewood Brewing · Brewery · 4.7★ (680)Spacious, modern craft brewery and taproom featuring IPAs, lagers, and an open outdoor patio.
- The Fare Porter · American Restaurant · 4.8★ (390)Popular local counter-service eatery acclaimed for gourmet smash burgers and hand-cut fries.
- Chuck's Spring Street Cafe · Bar & Grill · 4.4★ (720)Longstanding, no-frills neighborhood staple famous for buffalo wings and casual pub fare.
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Common questions about Barrington
Is Barrington safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Barrington a good place to live?
On safety, Barrington scores 85/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Barrington?
Walk score 54/100 and bike score 51/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Barrington are safer?
Tavistock (NJ) (97), Haddon Leigh (94), Haddon Heights (91) score higher nearby.
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