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Is Hurffville safe?

Washington Township (Gloucester County), New Jersey · safety score updated nightly

90out of 100

Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.

VibeLoco rates Hurffville as “Go”.

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Gogo's take on Hurffville

“Go. Hurffville is an exceptionally safe, quiet suburban enclave within Washington Township with negligible violent crime rates and stable residential neighborhoods. Visitors will experience a relaxed, low-risk environment whether dining locally or visiting nearby parks.”

About the area

Hurffville is an established unincorporated community in Washington Township, Gloucester County, defined by single-family subdivisions, quiet residential side streets, and commercial retail corridors along Delsea Drive. Positioned in the outer Philadelphia commuter ring, it functions primarily as an affluent, family-oriented suburban neighborhood.

  • Suburban Quiet
  • Family-Friendly
  • Car-Dependent
  • Peaceful

Walking and biking in Hurffville

Walk score: 24/100 · Bike score: 32/100

There is no municipal bike-share program, and cycling is mostly restricted to low-traffic neighborhood roads due to a lack of dedicated bike lanes on major thoroughfares.

Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice

Pros

  • Violent and property crime rates remain far below state and national averages
  • High median household income above $110,000 paired with very low poverty levels
  • Stable housing market with over 85% homeownership and well-maintained properties

Cons

  • Highly car-dependent design with poor pedestrian infrastructure along arterial roads
  • Occasional petty property theft or vehicle break-ins in commercial parking areas
  • Minimal public transit options requiring personal vehicle access for nearly all trips

Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Hurffville, with no visible encampments or active panhandling in the area.

What Hurffville is like at each time of day

Morning · 5a – 11a
Quiet and safe with standard morning commuter traffic and residents walking dogs through residential subdivisions.
Afternoon · 11a – 5p
Calm and orderly with routine commercial activity along retail corridors and very low safety concerns.
Evening · 5p – 10p
Relaxed and family-friendly with patrons dining out and exceptionally safe residential streets.
Late night · 10p – 5a
Very quiet and dark with virtually no pedestrian foot traffic and minimal street-level crime.

Transit, parking and getting around

Public transit is limited to select NJ Transit bus routes, such as the 400 line serving regional corridors to Camden and Philadelphia. There is no direct passenger rail service, with the nearest PATCO Speedline stations located roughly 20 minutes away by car in Lindenwold or Ashland.

Parking is entirely free and plentiful across the area, with large surface lots at strip centers and ample residential driveway and curbside spaces.

Things to do in Hurffville

  • Explore the extensive walking paths, ponds, and sports facilities at nearby Washington Lake Park
  • Sample craft beer and casual dining at local eateries along Route 47 and Cross Keys Road
  • Visit seasonal family events and community recreation centers across Washington Township

Local favorites

  • Terra Nova Italian & Wine Bar · Italian Restaurant · 4.4★ (1850)
    Upscale Italian dining featuring wine selections, wood-fired pizza, and sushi in a contemporary setting.
  • Cinder Bar · Gastropub · 4.4★ (1920)
    Lively rustic eatery serving gourmet burgers, brick-oven flatbreads, and extensive craft beers on tap.
  • The House of Brews · Pub · 4.4★ (1150)
    Laid-back neighborhood tavern offering a large rotating selection of craft beers and classic bar bites.

Neighborhoods near Hurffville

More: all Washington Township (Gloucester County) neighborhoods · safest neighborhoods in New Jersey

Common questions about Hurffville

Is Hurffville safe to walk at night?

Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.

Is Hurffville a good place to live?

On safety, Hurffville 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 Hurffville?

Walk score 24/100 and bike score 32/100. Most trips need a car.

Which areas near Hurffville are safer?

Hurffville scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.

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