Is Glendale (Voorhees) safe?
Voorhees, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Glendale (Voorhees) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Glendale (Voorhees)
“Go. Glendale in Voorhees is an exceptionally safe and quiet suburban neighborhood where visitors face very little personal safety risk. The area consists mostly of well-kept residential streets and nearby shopping plazas, making standard situational awareness more than sufficient.”
About the area
Glendale is a classic South Jersey suburban community within Voorhees Township, characterized by leafy residential subdivisions, cul-de-sacs, and commercial corridors along White Horse Road and Route 561. It offers a tranquil, family-oriented setting within easy driving distance of regional parks and shopping centers.
- Quiet Suburb
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Glendale (Voorhees)
Walk score: 34/100 · Bike score: 41/100
There is no municipal bike-share system; cycling is feasible on low-speed neighborhood streets, but major arterial roads lack dedicated bike lanes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates in Voorhees Township are well below both state and national averages.
- Strong economic profile supported by high median household incomes and high homeownership rates.
- Peaceful, well-lit residential streets with minimal through-traffic.
Cons
- Suburban strip mall parking lots along main thoroughfares experience occasional opportunistic vehicle break-ins.
- Very car-dependent layout with sparse pedestrian infrastructure across busy arterial roads.
- Limited street lighting and sidewalks along some older residential connectors.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in the residential neighborhoods of Glendale or broader Voorhees Township.
What Glendale (Voorhees) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with local residents jogging, walking dogs, and commuting along neighborhood roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and family-oriented, with light residential traffic and bustling activity around nearby retail plazas.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet across subdivisions, with local dining traffic picking up along White Horse Road in a secure environment.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low activity and safe, though sidewalks are dark and driving is the standard method of transport.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is managed by NJ Transit, with bus routes 403 and 459 running along major nearby corridors; the nearest rail connection is the PATCO Speedline at Ashland or Lindenwold Station, roughly a 5 to 10 minute drive away.
Parking is abundant and free, with wide residential driveways and large dedicated parking lots at all commercial centers.
Things to do in Glendale (Voorhees)
- Play disc golf or walk the forested trails at nearby Stafford Woods.
- Enjoy recreational sports and community events at the Edward A. Kelly Jr. / Connolly Park facilities.
- Shop and dine at the commercial centers along White Horse Road and Haddonfield-Berlin Road.
Local favorites
- The Library II · Steakhouse · 4.4★ (1850)A long-running, cozy book-lined steakhouse and lounge known for hand-cut steaks and an expansive salad bar.
- Elena Wu Restaurant · Asian Fusion · 4.5★ (820)Upscale neighborhood spot serving a blend of traditional Chinese specialties, sushi, and French-influenced fusion.
- Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant · Brewpub · 4.2★ (2150)Spacious regional brewpub offering craft beers brewed on-site alongside elevated pub fare and burgers.
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Common questions about Glendale (Voorhees)
Is Glendale (Voorhees) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Glendale (Voorhees) a good place to live?
On safety, Glendale (Voorhees) 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 Glendale (Voorhees)?
Walk score 34/100 and bike score 41/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Glendale (Voorhees) are safer?
Osage (Voorhees) (90), Woodcrest (Cherry Hill) (90), Willowdale (Cherry Hill) (90) score higher nearby.
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