Is Bellmawr safe?
Bellmawr, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Bellmawr as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Bellmawr
“Go. Bellmawr is a safe, quiet South Jersey suburban community with very low violent crime. Visitors will find a peaceful residential atmosphere alongside highway corridors and local family-run eateries, requiring only basic suburban common sense.”
About the area
Bellmawr is an established middle-class borough in Camden County situated at the crossroads of I-295, the New Jersey Turnpike, and Route 42. Known for its quiet residential neighborhoods, classic diners, and suburban parks, it serves primarily as a tranquil bedroom community for the greater Philadelphia metro area.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Working-Class
Walking and biking in Bellmawr
Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 42/100
There are no municipal bike-share programs or dedicated bike lanes, making cycling limited mainly to low-speed residential side streets.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are consistently well below state and national averages
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes fostering neighborhood stability
- Close proximity and straightforward driving access to Center City Philadelphia and South Jersey retail centers
Cons
- Occasional property offenses and car break-ins concentrated near retail lots and commercial strips
- Severe car dependence with low pedestrian infrastructure along arterial roads
- Frequent traffic bottlenecks and construction detours around primary highway junctions
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Bellmawr, with very rare sightings generally confined to transit stops along Route 168.
What Bellmawr is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and busy with local school traffic and commuters heading to regional highways.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Safe and active along commercial plazas with steady suburban vehicle movement.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet in residential areas with moderate, low-risk customer traffic at local restaurants and pubs.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic and dimly lit side streets, remaining peaceful with standard vigilance recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by NJ Transit bus routes including the 400 and 423 lines along main corridors; the nearest rail service is the PATCO Speedline in neighboring towns like Collingswood or Haddonfield, roughly a 10-minute drive away.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the borough, with spacious surface lots at shopping centers and easy on-street parking in residential zones.
Things to do in Bellmawr
- Stroll, fish, or enjoy views at the Bellmawr Lake Waterfront Recreation Area
- Explore traditional South Jersey deli fare and cheesesteaks along the Black Horse Pike corridor
- Visit the Bellmawr Recreation Center grounds for sports fields and community events
Local favorites
- The Mile Bar · American Restaurant & Pub · 4.4★ (920)A popular local tavern offering craft beers, specialty burgers, and sports viewing in a relaxed setting.
- Bellmawr Diner · Diner · 4.3★ (1650)A classic Jersey diner serving generous comfort food staples, breakfast classics, and baked desserts.
- Carmen's Deli · Deli & Sandwich Shop · 4.7★ (610)A long-standing community staple acclaimed for traditional Italian hoagies and deli sandwiches.
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Common questions about Bellmawr
Is Bellmawr safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Bellmawr a good place to live?
On safety, Bellmawr scores 81/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Bellmawr?
Walk score 48/100 and bike score 42/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Bellmawr are safer?
Haddon Heights (91), West Collingswood Heights (82) score higher nearby.
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