Is Glendora safe?
Gloucester, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Glendora as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Glendora
“Go. Glendora is a peaceful, established suburban enclave in Camden County with very low rates of violent crime and a strong community feel. While commercial corridors along the Black Horse Pike can see occasional retail theft, residential streets are quiet and secure for visitors.”
About the area
Glendora is a quintessential South Jersey suburban community within Gloucester Township, featuring modest mid-century single-family homes and neighborhood commercial plazas. It offers convenient highway access to Philadelphia and surrounding South Jersey towns while maintaining a tranquil, family-oriented residential environment.
- Quiet Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Post-War Residential
Walking and biking in Glendora
Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 44/100
There is no municipal bike-share system, and dedicated on-street bike lanes are sparse, though local side streets provide relatively calm cycling connections to nearby municipal parks.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than both Camden County and national averages
- High rate of owner-occupied housing with well-kept suburban properties
- Solid middle-income economic base with low poverty and steady employment
- Quick vehicular access to Route 42, Route 168, and the Atlantic City Expressway
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property and vehicle crimes along the Route 168 commercial strip
- Car dependency requires personal vehicle use for nearly all errands and dining
- Limited cultural attractions or evening entertainment options within walking distance
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Glendora, with no permanent encampments or active street panhandling observed in the neighborhood.
What Glendora is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with commuters heading toward Route 42 and residents walking dogs along quiet residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and family-friendly, though traffic picks up noticeably along the Black Horse Pike corridor.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued suburban atmosphere with safe, low-stress residential neighborhood walks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet and dark on side streets with minimal activity; standard precautions against unlocked car burglaries are sufficient.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by NJ Transit bus routes (primarily the 400 and 403 lines running along Black Horse Pike to Camden and Philadelphia). There is no direct rail station in Glendora; the nearest PATCO Speedline station is Woodcrest or Ashland, roughly a 10-to-15-minute drive away.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the area, with ample driveways and hassle-free residential street parking alongside free private lots at all local businesses.
Things to do in Glendora
- Relax or hike with pets at the nearby Timber Creek Park and Dog Park
- Browse local shopping and dining options along the Black Horse Pike (Route 168)
- Enjoy outdoor recreation and ball fields at Gloucester Township's community parks
Local favorites
- Meadows Diner · Diner · 4.3★ (1850)Classic South Jersey 24-hour diner serving hearty breakfasts, burgers, and comfort food staples.
- Nardi's Deli · Deli & Sandwich Shop · 4.7★ (420)Local institution known for generous Italian hoagies, specialty cut meats, and deli sides.
- Dominic's Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.5★ (310)Longstanding neighborhood pizzeria offering traditional thin-crust pies, calzones, and wings.
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Common questions about Glendora
Is Glendora safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Glendora a good place to live?
On safety, Glendora scores 80/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Glendora?
Walk score 48/100 and bike score 44/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Glendora are safer?
Runnemede (81), Chews (81), Blenheim (Gloucester) (81) score higher nearby.
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