Is Beverly (NJ) safe?
Beverly, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Beverly (NJ) as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Beverly (NJ)
“Go with care. Beverly is a small, historic riverfront community that is generally calm during the daytime, though it experiences higher property crime rates and occasional localized disturbances compared to surrounding Burlington County suburbs. Visitors strolling residential blocks or commuting via light rail will generally encounter few issues if they practice routine situational awareness.”
About the area
Situated along the Delaware River in Burlington County, Beverly is a compact, predominantly residential municipality characterized by historic Victorian architecture and a tight-knit community feel. While economically modest with older housing stock, it offers convenient light rail connectivity between Trenton and Camden.
- Historic / Riverfront
- Quiet Residential
- Modest Town
Walking and biking in Beverly (NJ)
Walk score: 62/100 · Bike score: 58/100
There are no municipal bike-share programs in Beverly; cyclists navigate standard shared residential streets with moderate traffic and limited dedicated bike lanes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Direct regional transit access via the NJ Transit River LINE light rail station
- Historic riverfront setting with several well-preserved Victorian-era residences
- Close proximity to larger commercial corridors in neighboring Burlington and Edgewater Park
Cons
- Property crime and petty theft rates are higher than Burlington County and New Jersey state averages
- Higher poverty rate (around 12-14%) and pockets of deferred housing maintenance relative to adjacent townships
- Limited local commercial district with few dining or entertainment destinations directly in town
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in Beverly, with no permanent encampments, though occasional transient individuals may be observed near the light rail platform or Route 130 retail strips.
What Beverly (NJ) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and quiet as commuters head toward the River LINE station and school-related foot traffic moves through town.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential atmosphere with children playing outdoors and steady light vehicular traffic along Warren Street.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Streets become considerably quieter; staying on well-lit main corridors like Cooper Street is standard practice.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic; situational awareness is advised around unattended transit stops and quiet street corners after dark.
Transit, parking and getting around
NJ Transit operates the Beverly/Edgewater Park River LINE light rail station near Cooper Street, offering direct connections between Camden (connecting to PATCO) and the Trenton Transit Center. NJ Transit bus route 409 also runs along Route 130 nearby.
Street parking is widely available and typically free throughout residential and commercial blocks with no meters or structured parking decks.
Things to do in Beverly (NJ)
- Walk along the Delaware River waterfront streets to view historic Victorian architecture
- Visit Lauinger Memorial Park for open green space and local youth sports fields
- Catch the NJ Transit River LINE for a short trip to historic downtown Burlington or Camden's waterfront
Local favorites
- Roma Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.3★ (185)Longstanding local staple serving traditional thin-crust pizza, cheesesteaks, and classic Italian subs.
- Beverly River Deli & Grocery · Deli & Convenience Store · 4.2★ (42)Neighborhood convenience market offering made-to-order breakfast sandwiches, hoagies, and pantry essentials.
- Curtin's Wharf · Waterfront Seafood & Marina Bar · 4.4★ (1150)Popular seasonal open-air tiki bar and seafood restaurant situated just down the river in neighboring Burlington.
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Common questions about Beverly (NJ)
Is Beverly (NJ) safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Beverly (NJ) a good place to live?
On safety, Beverly (NJ) scores 68/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Beverly (NJ)?
Walk score 62/100 and bike score 58/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Beverly (NJ) are safer?
Delanco (84), Bridgewater (81), Cornwells Manor (80) score higher nearby.
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