Is Colts Neck safe?
Colts Neck, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Colts Neck as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Colts Neck
“Go. Colts Neck is an exceptionally safe, affluent equestrian township characterized by sprawling estates, horse farms, and serene country roads. Visitors face virtually zero violent crime risk, though a private vehicle is essential to explore the area.”
About the area
Located in Monmouth County, Colts Neck is renowned for its pastoral landscapes, strict agricultural zoning, and sprawling multi-acre residential properties. The community offers historic architecture, scenic golf courses, and popular farm-to-table farmsteads.
- Affluent
- Equestrian
- Car-Dependent
- Sprawling Estates
- Peaceful
Walking and biking in Colts Neck
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 24/100
There are no bike-share programs or dedicated bike lanes in the township; recreational cyclists often ride the shoulder of country roads, but caution is necessary due to high-speed vehicular traffic.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Exceptionally low rates of violent and property crime well below state and national averages
- Affluent economic foundation with median household income exceeding $200,000 and minimal poverty
- Beautifully preserved rural atmosphere with active equestrian farms and pristine open spaces
Cons
- Entirely car-dependent with virtually no pedestrian infrastructure along winding, fast-moving country roads
- Target of occasional opportunistic vehicle burglaries in residential driveways
- Very limited commercial corridors, requiring drives to neighboring towns for extensive services
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not an issue in Colts Neck, with no encampments or panhandling present in the township; county social services and shelters operate in nearby urban centers like Freehold and Asbury Park.
What Colts Neck is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and quiet with light commuter traffic and equestrian activity along farm pastures.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and pleasant, with steady retail traffic centered around Route 34 and local golf courses.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and tranquil with patrons dining at local country inns and restaurants.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Pitch-black and serene on residential lanes, completely safe from violent street crime but requiring careful driving due to deer and limited streetlighting.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is virtually nonexistent within Colts Neck; NJ Transit provides bus service nearby along Route 9, and the closest passenger rail is the North Jersey Coast Line at Red Bank or Little Silver, about 15 minutes away by car.
Parking is abundant and free in private lots at all local businesses, parks, and dining venues; on-street parking is generally neither practical nor permitted on narrow rural thoroughfares.
Things to do in Colts Neck
- Pick fresh fruit and sample apple cider donuts at Delicious Orchards
- Tour and taste locally distilled spirits at the historic Laird & Company distillery site
- Enjoy golf and scenic vistas at Hominy Hill Golf Course, part of the Monmouth County Park System
Local favorites
- Delicious Orchards · Gourmet Country Market · 4.7★ (7500)Beloved specialty food market famous for fresh baked goods, apple cider, and gourmet produce.
- Huddy's Inn · American Restaurant & Pub · 4.5★ (1150)Cozy, enduring neighborhood tavern serving classic American fare, burgers, and craft beers.
- Colts Neck Inn Steak & Chop House · Steakhouse · 4.4★ (850)Historic 18th-century landmark offering refined steaks, seafood, and a classic bar atmosphere.
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Common questions about Colts Neck
Is Colts Neck safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Colts Neck a good place to live?
On safety, Colts Neck scores 96/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Colts Neck?
Walk score 12/100 and bike score 24/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Colts Neck are safer?
Colts Neck scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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