Is Hilltop (Gloucester) safe?
Gloucester, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Hilltop (Gloucester) as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Hilltop (Gloucester)
“Go. Hilltop is a typical, quiet South Jersey suburban community where violent crime is low and daily life is peaceful. Standard situational awareness is sufficient, particularly when parking or visiting commercial strips along the Black Horse Pike.”
About the area
Hilltop is a settled suburban neighborhood in Gloucester Township, Camden County, characterized by single-family post-war homes and neighborhood shopping centers. It offers a calm, family-oriented residential setting with direct commercial access along Route 168.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet
Walking and biking in Hilltop (Gloucester)
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 44/100
No public bike-share is active in Hilltop, and cycling is mostly limited to residential side streets due to lack of dedicated bike lanes on high-speed arterials.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low violent crime rates relative to the broader Camden County metro area
- Solid median household incomes exceeding $85,000 and low local poverty rates
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes contributing to neighborhood stability
- Close proximity to regional shopping, dining, and healthcare services
Cons
- Occasional property crimes and vehicle break-ins along commercial retail plazas
- Heavy commuter traffic along the Route 168 (Black Horse Pike) corridor
- Car dependency with limited pedestrian-friendly street infrastructure
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in Hilltop, with no established encampments; occasional individuals may be seen near major bus stops along the highway corridor.
What Hilltop (Gloucester) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and busy with morning school runs and suburban commuters heading to regional highways.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Safe and quiet residential streets, with steady retail and vehicular activity along Route 168.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and generally quiet, with local residents gathering at neighborhood eateries and parks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet on residential side streets; standard caution advised around darker commercial parking areas.
Transit, parking and getting around
NJ Transit operates bus service along the Black Horse Pike (primarily Route 400 and Route 403) connecting directly to Camden and Center City Philadelphia; there is no direct passenger rail station in the immediate neighborhood.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with free driveway and street parking in residential pockets, as well as ample free surface lots at commercial plazas.
Things to do in Hilltop (Gloucester)
- Pick up fresh produce and seasonal goods at local farm stands along the Black Horse Pike
- Enjoy outdoor recreation, sports fields, and walking trails at nearby Gloucester Township Community Park
- Explore casual local dining and classic South Jersey pizzerias along the main commercial avenues
Local favorites
- Skeeter's Pub · Bar & Grill · 4.3★ (820)A relaxed neighborhood sports pub offering classic tavern fare, draft beer, and pool tables.
- Angelo's Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.4★ (310)Long-running local spot serving traditional thin-crust pies, cheesesteaks, and Italian comfort foods.
- The Highland Diner · Diner · 4.2★ (640)Classic New Jersey diner serving hearty breakfasts, burgers, and classic baked desserts.
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Common questions about Hilltop (Gloucester)
Is Hilltop (Gloucester) safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Hilltop (Gloucester) a good place to live?
On safety, Hilltop (Gloucester) scores 79/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Hilltop (Gloucester)?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 44/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Hilltop (Gloucester) are safer?
Blenheim (Gloucester) (81), Chews (81), Millbridge (80) score higher nearby.
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