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Is Creesville safe?

Washington Township (Gloucester County), New Jersey · safety score updated nightly

88out of 100

Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.

VibeLoco rates Creesville as “Go”.

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Gogo's take on Creesville

“Go. Creesville is a peaceful, well-established suburban community in Washington Township with very low violent crime and strong economic stability. Visitors and residents face minimal safety concerns beyond standard precautions against opportunistic property theft.”

About the area

Creesville is an unincorporated residential section of Washington Township in Gloucester County, centered around leafy suburban streets and arterial corridors like Delsea Drive. The area features mid-century to modern single-family subdivisions, quiet cul-de-sacs, and convenient access to local shopping plazas and township parks.

  • Suburban
  • Family-Friendly
  • Car-Dependent
  • Quiet / Residential

Walking and biking in Creesville

Walk score: 24/100 · Bike score: 34/100

There are no municipal bike-share stations; while quiet subdivision streets are comfortable for casual cycling, major thoroughfares lack dedicated bike lanes.

Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice

Pros

  • Violent crime rates are exceptionally low compared to state and national averages.
  • Strong socio-economic indicators with high homeownership rates and household incomes above $100,000.
  • Well-maintained infrastructure, excellent emergency services, and proximity to regional healthcare facilities.

Cons

  • Heavy car dependency makes walking along major thoroughfares like Route 47 inconvenient and unsafe due to traffic.
  • Occasional vehicle break-ins and retail thefts occur near commercial shopping corridors.
  • Limited public lighting on deeper residential side streets.

Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Creesville. Any emergency housing and social services in Gloucester County are centrally coordinated further north in Woodbury or Glassboro.

What Creesville is like at each time of day

Morning · 5a – 11a
Peaceful and safe, with light neighborhood traffic, school buses, and residents jogging or walking dogs.
Afternoon · 11a – 5p
Active suburban setting with smooth residential flow and modest retail traffic along primary connector roads.
Evening · 5p – 10p
Calm and family-oriented, with well-lit retail centers and safe, quiet residential streets.
Late night · 10p – 5a
Very low foot traffic and minimal street activity; exceptionally safe, though driving is the primary mode of travel.

Transit, parking and getting around

Public transit is provided by NJ Transit bus routes (such as the 313 and 400 lines along regional corridors), but service is infrequent; the nearest major rail hubs are PATCO stations in Camden County, roughly 20 to 25 minutes away by car.

Parking is ample and universally free, with wide private driveways, unrestricted street parking in subdivisions, and large surface lots at local businesses.

Things to do in Creesville

  • Explore the walking trails, sports fields, and amphitheater events at nearby Washington Lake Park.
  • Shop and dine along the commercial corridors of Route 47 and Cross Keys Road.
  • Play a round of golf or practice at regional driving ranges and recreation centers in the township.

Local favorites

  • Terra Nova Restaurant & Lounge · Italian & Seafood Restaurant · 4.4★ (1650)
    Upscale dining spot offering modern Italian fare, steaks, and a lively cocktail bar.
  • Gia Nina's Pizza & Italian Restaurant · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (720)
    Casual neighborhood favorite serving traditional pizza, pasta dishes, and Italian entrees.
  • Cinder Bar · Gastropub · 4.4★ (2100)
    Trendy suburban eatery featuring craft beers, artisan pizzas, and whiskey cocktails.

Neighborhoods near Creesville

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Common questions about Creesville

Is Creesville safe to walk at night?

Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.

Is Creesville a good place to live?

On safety, Creesville 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 Creesville?

Walk score 24/100 and bike score 34/100. Most trips need a car.

Which areas near Creesville are safer?

Hurffville (90), Pitman (90), Prossers Mills (89) score higher nearby.

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