Is Clementon safe?
Clementon, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Clementon as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Clementon
“Go with care. Clementon is generally manageable for daytime visits to local eateries, parks, and Clementon Park & Splash World. However, property crime rates and minor incident rates are somewhat elevated compared to New Jersey suburban averages, so standard awareness is recommended after dark.”
About the area
Clementon is a small, working-class borough in southern Camden County known historically for its lakeside amusement park. It blends modest single-family residential blocks with commercial strips along Gibbsboro Road and Berlin Road.
- Working-Class Suburban
- Lakeside
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Oriented
Walking and biking in Clementon
Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 42/100
There is no bike-share program, and dedicated bike lanes are absent, requiring cyclists to share suburban roads with vehicular traffic.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Home to Clementon Park & Splash World, a historic regional amusement destination
- Close proximity to the Lindenwold transit hub providing rail access to Philadelphia
- Low housing costs and accessible independent neighborhood dining
Cons
- Property crime and vehicle burglary rates are higher than the New Jersey state median
- Poverty rate is elevated relative to wealthier adjacent South Jersey suburbs
- Car-dependent roadway design with limited pedestrian accommodations
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in Clementon itself, though occasional individuals navigating transit may be observed near bus stops connecting to neighboring Lindenwold.
What Clementon is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe as local commuters head toward transit hubs and local shops open.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Moderately busy with steady car traffic, park visitors, and routine suburban errands.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet in residential areas, though strip malls and thoroughfares remain active without major safety concerns.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Foot traffic drops sharply, and visitors should exercise caution around unlit streets and commercial parking lots.
Transit, parking and getting around
NJ Transit operates bus routes 403 and 459 through Clementon, connecting directly to the Lindenwold PATCO High-Speed Line and Atlantic City Rail Line terminal located about two miles northwest.
Parking is simple and free across the borough, with ample parking lot space at local businesses and easy curbside parking on residential streets.
Things to do in Clementon
- Ride the historic wooden roller coaster and water slides at Clementon Park & Splash World
- Enjoy peaceful outdoor scenery and fishing around Clementon Lake
- Sample classic South Jersey hoagies and pizza at longtime neighborhood diners
Local favorites
- Clementon Park & Splash World · Amusement Park · 4.1★ (3200)Historic 1907-founded amusement and water park featuring thrill rides and family attractions.
- Harper's Log Cabin Restaurant · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)Cozy, rustic roadside diner serving hearty breakfast platters and comfort food staples.
- Bruno's Restaurant & Pizzeria · Italian Restaurant · 4.4★ (580)Casual, enduring neighborhood spot known for generous pasta dishes and classic thin-crust pizza.
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Common questions about Clementon
Is Clementon safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Clementon a good place to live?
On safety, Clementon scores 66/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Clementon?
Walk score 48/100 and bike score 42/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Clementon are safer?
Pine Valley (96), Laurel Springs (84), Pine Hill (NJ) (71) score higher nearby.
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