Is Brandywine Woods safe?
Medford, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Brandywine Woods as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Brandywine Woods
“Go. Brandywine Woods is an exceptionally safe and tranquil residential development in Medford Township. Violent crime is virtually absent, and property crime rates are among the lowest in New Jersey.”
About the area
Brandywine Woods is a quiet, tree-canopied suburban neighborhood in Medford characterized by spacious single-family homes, manicured lawns, and low-traffic cul-de-sacs. It offers a scenic Pinelands fringe atmosphere ideal for families seeking peace and outdoor access.
- Wooded Suburb
- Family-Friendly
- Peaceful / Quiet
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Brandywine Woods
Walk score: 7/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no bike-share stations; while internal neighborhood streets are great for casual cycling, nearby arterial roads lack protected bike lanes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime is practically nonexistent, well below national and state benchmarks.
- Affluent economic foundation with median household income exceeding $130,000 and near-zero poverty.
- High homeownership rate and pristine property maintenance throughout the subdivision.
Cons
- Heavy car dependency with no direct pedestrian access to commercial retail or dining.
- Sparse street lighting at night along wooded roads can impair driving and walking visibility.
- Frequent deer and wildlife crossings on nearby connector corridors present driving hazards.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Brandywine Woods or the surrounding township, with no encampments or panhandling in the area.
What Brandywine Woods is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Crisp and quiet, with neighborhood joggers and residents walking dogs in complete safety.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very peaceful with low vehicle traffic aside from occasional delivery trucks and returning school buses.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Serene and secure, though the heavy tree canopy makes pocket areas notably dark at dusk.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Pitch-black and exceptionally quiet with virtually zero foot traffic or safety concerns.
Transit, parking and getting around
Brandywine Woods lacks direct public transit; NJ Transit bus route 406 operates miles away along Route 70/Main Street, making a personal vehicle a necessity.
Parking is completely free and effortless, accommodated by expansive private multi-car driveways and open residential curbs.
Things to do in Brandywine Woods
- Visit the nearby Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge for nature trails and wildlife rehabilitation exhibits.
- Stroll and shop along Medford's charming Historic Main Street just a short drive away.
- Enjoy outdoor recreation, canoeing, and walking paths at Medford Park.
Local favorites
- Braddock's Tavern · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (1250)Historic landmark dining offering upscale contemporary American cuisine in a rustic colonial setting.
- ITA101 · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (380)Acclaimed trattoria serving seasonal, scratch-made regional Italian pasta and specialties.
- Harvest Coffee Roastery · Coffee Shop · 4.7★ (460)Artisanal small-batch coffee roaster serving specialty espresso drinks and light bites.
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Common questions about Brandywine Woods
Is Brandywine Woods safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Brandywine Woods a good place to live?
On safety, Brandywine Woods scores 95/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Brandywine Woods?
Walk score 7/100 and bike score 28/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Brandywine Woods are safer?
Brandywine Woods scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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