Is Coytesville safe?
Fort Lee, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Coytesville as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Coytesville
“Go. Coytesville is an exceptionally safe, quiet residential enclave in northern Fort Lee with negligible violent crime and well-kept streets. It is an ideal, low-stress base for exploring the Palisades or accessing Manhattan.”
About the area
Coytesville is a historic neighborhood situated in northern Fort Lee, bordered by Englewood Cliffs and the Hudson River bluffs. It features a blend of single-family homes, garden apartments, and local dining along main thoroughfares, maintaining a relaxed suburban ambiance.
- Quiet & Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Scenic Access
- Tree-Lined
Walking and biking in Coytesville
Walk score: 73/100 · Bike score: 48/100
There is no local public bike-share system, but recreational cyclists have immediate access to Henry Hudson Drive and trail networks within the adjacent Palisades Interstate Park.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are near zero, significantly outperforming national and regional averages
- High median household incomes and stable housing stock with minimal vacancy
- Immediate access to nature and river views via Palisades Interstate Park
- Family-oriented environment with very low pedestrian safety hazards away from major avenues
Cons
- Heavy commuter traffic congestion on border roads like Route 9W and Lemoine Avenue
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as vehicle break-ins or package theft
- Hilly topography and narrow residential roadways with limited dedicated cycling lanes
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Coytesville, with no regular encampments or panhandling activity reported in this residential district.
What Coytesville is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Bright, calm, and active with residents walking dogs, jogging toward the park, and commuting.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Safe and quiet with minimal foot traffic on side streets and modest activity on commercial strips.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Peaceful atmosphere as diners visit local restaurants; very safe to walk across residential blocks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Subdued and dark on purely residential blocks, remaining very safe with normal personal awareness.
Transit, parking and getting around
NJ Transit operates several bus lines through the area, notably the 156 and 186 buses, providing straightforward connections to the Port Authority Bus Terminal and GWB Bus Station in New York City.
Street parking is generally plentiful on residential roads, though Fort Lee enforces resident-permit restrictions overnight on designated streets; commercial stretches have metered spaces.
Things to do in Coytesville
- Hike scenic cliffside trails overlooking the Hudson River in adjacent Palisades Interstate Park
- Sample authentic Korean, Japanese, and Italian eateries along Lemoine Avenue
- Take an architectural walk along historic streets featuring early 20th-century homes
Local favorites
- Franco's Metro Restaurant, Bar & Pizza · Italian Restaurant · 4.4★ (920)Longstanding neighborhood institution serving classic Italian comfort fare, pizza, and cocktails.
- Menta Dumpling House · Dumpling Restaurant · 4.7★ (240)Cozy, casual eatery known for handmade steamed and pan-fried dumplings and noodles.
- T-Swirl Crêpe Fort Lee · Creperie · 4.6★ (350)Popular grab-and-go spot specializing in Japanese-style gluten-free sweet and savory crepes.
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Common questions about Coytesville
Is Coytesville safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Coytesville a good place to live?
On safety, Coytesville scores 88/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Coytesville?
Walk score 73/100 and bike score 48/100. Most errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Coytesville are safer?
Englewood Cliffs (93), Linwood (Fort Lee) (90), Leonia (90) score higher nearby.
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