Is Cresskill safe?
Cresskill, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Cresskill as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Cresskill
“Go. Cresskill is an exceptionally safe, quiet, and affluent Bergen County borough with virtually no violent street crime. Visitors can stroll through the small commercial district or residential neighborhoods at any hour with total peace of mind.”
About the area
Cresskill is a tranquil, leafy suburban community situated on the western slopes of the Palisades in northeastern New Jersey. It features a compact commercial center along Union Avenue surrounded by affluent, well-maintained single-family homes and parks.
- Affluent Suburb
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined / Peaceful
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Cresskill
Walk score: 54/100 · Bike score: 42/100
There is no municipal bike-share program or dedicated bike lane network, but quiet residential roads offer good riding connections toward the Palisades.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are near zero, ranking among the safest municipalities in New Jersey
- Robust economic stability with a median household income exceeding $160,000 and poverty under 3%
- Extremely clean, well-lit public parks and responsive local emergency services
Cons
- Substantially car-dependent outside the immediate Union Avenue strip
- Susceptible to regional suburban property and luxury vehicle thefts if cars are left unlocked
- Minimal nightlife and limited dining options open past 10 PM
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually nonexistent in Cresskill, with no street encampments or regular panhandling in commercial areas.
What Cresskill is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Vibrant with morning commuters, dog walkers, and locals picking up coffee and bagels in the downtown district.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and exceptionally safe, with parents and children frequenting local parks and schools.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and comfortable, with steady, low-key dining traffic around Union Avenue and calm residential side streets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and quiet with little activity, but remains exceptionally safe with frequent police patrols.
Transit, parking and getting around
NJ Transit bus routes 166 and 177 provide direct commuter service into the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan, though there is no passenger rail station in town.
Street parking is widely available and free, supplemented by convenient, free municipal surface lots behind the main commercial blocks.
Things to do in Cresskill
- Stroll and dine along the Union Avenue commercial district
- Enjoy the playgrounds, tennis courts, and walking tracks at 3rd Street Park
- Take a short drive east to hike the trails and scenic overlooks of Palisades Interstate Park
Local favorites
- Sammy's Bagels · Bagel Shop · 4.6★ (320)Beloved neighborhood morning counter serving fresh boiled New York-style bagels and breakfast sandwiches.
- Hanami Restaurant · Asian Fusion Restaurant · 4.5★ (410)Upscale BYOB destination offering an extensive selection of creative sushi rolls and pan-Asian dishes.
- Ray's Traditional Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.4★ (280)Longstanding local staple turning out classic thin-crust Jersey pies, calzones, and Italian comfort food.
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Common questions about Cresskill
Is Cresskill safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Cresskill a good place to live?
On safety, Cresskill scores 94/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Cresskill?
Walk score 54/100 and bike score 42/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Cresskill are safer?
Haworth (97), Demarest (96) score higher nearby.
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