Is Bellemont safe?
Marlboro, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Bellemont as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Bellemont
“Go. Bellemont is an exceptionally safe, affluent suburban residential community within Marlboro Township. There is practically no violent crime risk for visitors, though like most suburban developments in Central New Jersey, navigating the area requires a car.”
About the area
Bellemont is a tranquil subdivision of single-family homes and townhouses in Marlboro Township, Monmouth County. Characterized by well-manicured lawns, quiet residential cul-de-sacs, and excellent public infrastructure, it caters primarily to commuters and families.
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet / Suburban
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Bellemont
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no municipal bike-share stations or dedicated on-street bike lanes, but nearby segments of the Henry Hudson Trail offer multi-use path riding.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are near zero and well below state and national benchmarks
- Affluent economic profile with township median household income exceeding $175,000
- High rate of owner-occupied housing with virtually nonexistent residential vacancy
- Strong local police presence and responsive emergency services
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent layout with no commercial amenities within easy walking distance
- Occasional opportunistic vehicle burglaries targeting unlocked cars in driveways
- Limited public lighting along secondary connector roads outside the subdivisions
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Bellemont or Marlboro Township, with no encampments or panhandling observed.
What Bellemont is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with residents walking dogs and children heading to local school bus stops.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with light neighborhood traffic and zero safety concerns.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential setting with minimal through-traffic and high ambient safety.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and safe, though sidewalks and streets are generally deserted past midnight.
Transit, parking and getting around
NJ Transit operates express commuter buses to New York City along Route 9 and Route 79 (such as the 139 route), but there is no direct rail station; the nearest rail hubs are Matawan-Aberdeen or Freehold.
Parking is completely free and easy with spacious private driveways and ample street parking throughout residential streets with no meters.
Things to do in Bellemont
- Walk or jog along the Henry Hudson Trail accessible a short drive away
- Play a round of golf at nearby Bella Vista Country Club
- Pick seasonal fruits and browse baked goods at Battleview Orchards
Local favorites
- Bella Vista Country Club · Golf & Country Club · 4.1★ (320)A well-maintained public golf course offering challenging fairways and practice facilities.
- Osteria Cucina Rustica · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)Upscale rustic Italian dining featuring wood-fired pizzas and homemade pastas nearby on Route 79.
- Nonno's Pizzeria · Pizza Restaurant · 4.4★ (380)Popular local strip-mall spot serving classic New York-style pies and hearty subs.
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Common questions about Bellemont
Is Bellemont safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Bellemont a good place to live?
On safety, Bellemont scores 93/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Bellemont?
Walk score 18/100 and bike score 28/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Bellemont are safer?
Robertsville (94), Marlboro Pointe (94), Morganville (Marlboro) (94) score higher nearby.
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