Is Fieldville safe?
Piscataway, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Fieldville as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Fieldville
“Go. Fieldville is a tranquil, secure suburban section of Piscataway with very low violent crime rates and stable residential streets. Visitors face minimal safety risks beyond standard precautions regarding vehicle security in commercial parking lots. It is an extremely quiet community best navigated with a car.”
About the area
Fieldville is a peaceful, mostly residential and light-commercial enclave in Piscataway bordered by the Raritan River corridor and Centennial Avenue. The area features well-maintained single-family homes, corporate office parks, and easy access to local riverside green spaces.
- Suburban
- Quiet Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Fieldville
Walk score: 32/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There are no municipal bike-share stations in Fieldville, but cyclists have convenient access to the nearby multi-use paths in Johnson Park and the D&R Canal Trail network along the river.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are exceptionally low compared to state and national benchmarks
- High median household income exceeding $110,000 with strong homeownership rates
- Quiet, low-density residential streets with negligible street-level crime
- Close proximity to well-patrolled corporate parks and township recreational facilities
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent layout with sparse sidewalks on major connector roads like River Road
- Occasional property crimes of opportunity such as vehicle break-ins in commercial lots
- Limited street lighting along secondary residential lanes and industrial borders
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Fieldville. There are no encampments or active panhandling in the neighborhood, as social services and shelters are concentrated in nearby New Brunswick.
What Fieldville is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe with commuters departing and residents walking dogs along suburban cul-de-sacs.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and orderly with light local traffic and standard suburban delivery activity.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential atmosphere where neighborhood streets remain very safe for evening strolls.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low activity with dark, empty streets; very low risk of violent crime but isolated and dark.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is managed by NJ Transit, with local bus routes 114 and 811 operating along nearby corridors. The nearest rail hub is the Dunellen or Bound Brook NJ Transit station approximately 3 to 4 miles away.
Parking is exceptionally easy with abundant free street parking in residential zones and ample private lot parking at all local strip centers and businesses.
Things to do in Fieldville
- Jog or walk the scenic paved pathways along nearby Johnson Park and the Raritan River
- Explore the nearby historic sites at East Jersey Old Town Village
- Visit the surrounding Rutgers University ecological preserves and sports complexes
Local favorites
- Gabriel's Bar and Grill · American Restaurant · 4.3★ (320)A casual local spot serving burgers, sandwiches, and draft beer in an unpretentious setting.
- Ferraro's Pizzeria & Pub · Pizza / Italian · 4.4★ (410)Family-run pizzeria offering classic New York style pies, pasta dishes, and catering.
- Piscataway Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.2★ (290)Popular neighborhood parlor known for quick delivery, specialty slices, and calzones.
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Common questions about Fieldville
Is Fieldville safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Fieldville a good place to live?
On safety, Fieldville scores 86/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Fieldville?
Walk score 32/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Fieldville are safer?
Middlebush (88), Society Hill (Piscataway) (88) score higher nearby.
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