Is Fairview (Middletown) safe?
Middletown, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Fairview (Middletown) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Fairview (Middletown)
“Go. Fairview is a quiet, exceptionally safe residential enclave within Middletown Township featuring very low violent and property crime rates. Visitors will find leafy suburban streets, family-friendly parks, and quick access to nearby shopping centers and the dining scenes of Red Bank and Middletown.”
About the area
Fairview is an established suburban neighborhood located in southern Middletown Township near the Navesink River and Route 35 corridor. It is characterized primarily by well-kept single-family homes, neighborhood parks, and adjacent commercial plazas along highway corridors.
- Suburban / Peaceful
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined Streets
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Fairview (Middletown)
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 42/100
Dedicated bike-share programs are not present; cycling is mainly recreational on low-stress residential streets with access toward the Henry Hudson Trail located a short drive north.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Part of Middletown Township, regularly ranked among the safest communities in New Jersey with minimal violent crime
- High median household incomes and strong homeownership rates well above 80%
- Well-maintained suburban infrastructure with quiet, low-traffic residential side streets
- Close proximity to high-end medical facilities, shopping, and regional transit lines
Cons
- Route 35 border experiences high vehicular traffic and occasional minor property theft in retail parking lots
- Very car-dependent with limited continuous sidewalks outside of immediate residential subdivisions
- Limited standalone nightlife or cultural attractions within the neighborhood boundaries itself
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually nonexistent in Fairview, with no encampments or panhandling in the neighborhood.
What Fairview (Middletown) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking dogs, and commuting along local residential roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet throughout the residential pockets with moderate commercial and school-related traffic along main avenues.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and safe for neighborhood walks, though visibility on streets without sidewalks requires standard awareness.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet and secure with minimal street activity and standard suburban police patrols.
Transit, parking and getting around
NJ Transit bus routes (such as the 834) run along Route 35, and the nearby Red Bank NJ Transit rail station is roughly a 5-to-10 minute drive away providing direct North Jersey Coast Line service to NYC.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with private driveways in residential sectors and free surface parking lots across all shopping plazas.
Things to do in Fairview (Middletown)
- Enjoy sports fields, walking paths, and playgrounds at nearby Fairview Fields / McMahon Park
- Explore the nearby Navesink River scenic overlooks and boat launches
- Browse local shops and markets along the Route 35 commercial corridor
Local favorites
- Fairview Bagels and Deli · Deli / Bagel Shop · 4.5★ (165)A popular local morning stop serving freshly baked New Jersey bagels, breakfast sandwiches, and deli classics.
- Gianna's Pizzeria · Italian Restaurant · 4.4★ (210)Neighborhood staple known for classic thin-crust pizza, specialty pies, and hearty pasta dishes.
- Livoti's Old World Market (Middletown) · Gourmet Grocery & Italian Market · 4.6★ (1420)Sprawling Italian specialty grocery nearby offering prepared hot foods, fresh bakery items, and imported goods.
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Common questions about Fairview (Middletown)
Is Fairview (Middletown) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Fairview (Middletown) a good place to live?
On safety, Fairview (Middletown) 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 Fairview (Middletown)?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 42/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Fairview (Middletown) are safer?
The Village at Chapel Hill (94), Fair Haven (NJ) (94), Cotton Ridge (93) score higher nearby.
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