Is Erlton safe?
Cherry Hill, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Erlton as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Erlton
“Go. Erlton is a peaceful, established suburban neighborhood in Cherry Hill characterized by exceptionally low violent crime and well-maintained single-family homes. While commercial corridors along Route 70 experience typical suburban retail property crime, the residential streets are very safe at all hours.”
About the area
Erlton is a mature, tree-lined residential community split into North and South sections by Route 70 (Marlton Pike West). It offers a blend of quiet mid-century neighborhoods, local neighborhood parks, and convenient strip mall dining and shopping options.
- Suburban Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Erlton
Walk score: 52/100 · Bike score: 48/100
There are no municipal bike-share stations; while residential streets are pleasant for casual cycling, major thoroughfares like Route 70 and Kings Highway lack dedicated bike lanes and are unsafe for cyclists.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are substantially lower than national and state averages
- High homeownership rate and strong median household incomes exceeding $100,000
- Active civic association and well-maintained public parks and community swim clubs
- Close proximity to healthcare facilities, grocery stores, and regional transit links
Cons
- Heavy traffic and poor pedestrian crossings along the Route 70 arterial corridor
- Occasional opportunistic car break-ins and package thefts typical of suburbs
- Heavily car-dependent with limited pedestrian connectivity between commercial and residential zones
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Erlton, though occasional individuals may be seen near bus stops along the Route 70 retail corridor.
What Erlton is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe with residents walking dogs and commuting along residential side streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential atmosphere with moderate to heavy retail and commuter traffic on Route 70.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and secure, with local dining plazas seeing steady family crowds.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet and deserted residential streets where violent crime risks remain minimal.
Transit, parking and getting around
NJ Transit bus routes 406 and 457 operate along Route 70, connecting to Camden and Philadelphia; the nearest PATCO Speedline train stations (Westmont or Haddonfield) are roughly a 5-to-8 minute drive away.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the area, with spacious private driveways, open residential street parking, and free strip mall surface lots.
Things to do in Erlton
- Enjoy classic Jewish deli fare and towering sandwiches at The Kibitz Room
- Take a family walk or playground break at Erlton Park
- Shop for gear and get a tune-up at the historic Erlton Bicycle Shop
Local favorites
- The Kibitz Room · Delicatessen · 4.6★ (1650)Renowned traditional Jewish deli serving pastrami, corned beef, and massive sandwiches.
- Erlton Bicycle Shop · Bicycle Shop · 4.8★ (190)Long-running neighborhood bike shop offering sales, parts, and expert repair services.
- Vera Pasta / Local Eateries nearby on Rt 70 · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (320)Casual neighborhood dining spot nearby offering fresh pasta and homestyle Italian dishes.
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Common questions about Erlton
Is Erlton safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Erlton a good place to live?
On safety, Erlton scores 90/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Erlton?
Walk score 52/100 and bike score 48/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Erlton are safer?
West Haddonfield (96), Vernon (94), Barclay Farm (93) score higher nearby.
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