Is Linwood (Fort Lee) safe?
Fort Lee, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Linwood (Fort Lee) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Linwood (Fort Lee)
“Go. Linwood is an exceptionally safe, well-maintained residential and commercial pocket of Fort Lee with virtually nonexistent violent crime. Visitors can comfortably stroll, shop, and dine at any hour without safety concerns.”
About the area
Linwood is a quiet, densely populated neighborhood in northern Fort Lee anchored by the historic Linwood Park cooperative apartment community and Linwood Plaza shopping center. It is heavily influenced by a vibrant Korean-American community, offering world-class Asian dining and everyday convenience just minutes from the George Washington Bridge.
- Safe & Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Culinary Hub
- Suburban Density
Walking and biking in Linwood (Fort Lee)
Walk score: 78/100 · Bike score: 52/100
There is no municipal bike-share system in Fort Lee, and dedicated bike lanes are scarce along busy roads like Route 9W. However, recreational cyclists can connect to scenic multi-use routes inside nearby Palisades Interstate Park.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are roughly 70% below national benchmarks, making it one of the safest communities in the NYC metro area.
- High median household incomes exceeding $100,000 and low poverty rates underpin well-maintained residential properties.
- Bustling, well-lit commercial plaza provides safe, active retail and dining options until late evening.
- Close proximity to Palisades Interstate Park and scenic Hudson River recreation areas.
Cons
- Heavy vehicle traffic and cut-through congestion near Route 9W and Fletcher Avenue during peak commute hours.
- Strict co-op and municipal parking rules can make finding non-resident parking challenging.
- Occasional property offenses such as catalytic converter or package theft typical of dense suburban corridors.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically nonexistent in Linwood. There are no encampments or concentrated panhandling, with comprehensive social services managed at the Bergen County level.
What Linwood (Fort Lee) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and busy with commuters, dog walkers, and residents heading to local coffee shops and transit stops.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Active and bright, with steady foot traffic around Linwood Plaza and calm residential side streets.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Lively around dining establishments with families and diners; streets remain well-lit and secure.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet and low-key with minimal activity outside late-night eateries, remaining safe for night walks.
Transit, parking and getting around
NJ Transit bus routes (including the 156, 158, and 186) provide frequent direct service across the George Washington Bridge to the GWB Bus Station in Manhattan. There is no direct rail station within walking distance, though jitney shuttle buses along main corridors offer quick cross-river connections.
Linwood Plaza has a large free customer surface lot, but Linwood Park residential streets strictly enforce co-op resident permit parking. Metered and municipal spaces along Fletcher Avenue and nearby thoroughfares cost around $1.00 to $1.50 per hour.
Things to do in Linwood (Fort Lee)
- Explore the extensive Asian grocery and prepared food aisles at H Mart in Linwood Plaza.
- Walk or jog the nearby Henry Hudson Drive and scenic cliffside trails in Palisades Interstate Park.
- Sample traditional Korean cuisine, bakeries, and bubble tea shops along Fletcher Avenue and Linwood Plaza.
Local favorites
- H Mart - Fort Lee · Supermarket · 4.4★ (2350)A bustling Asian supermarket offering fresh produce, premium meats, Korean specialties, and ready-to-eat dishes.
- Franco's Metro Restaurant, Bar & Pizza · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (1120)Long-running local fixture serving traditional Italian entrees, brick-oven pizzas, and cocktails.
- BCD Tofu House - Fort Lee · Korean Restaurant · 4.3★ (1840)Popular restaurant famous for bubbling Korean soft tofu stews, short ribs, and banchan side dishes.
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Common questions about Linwood (Fort Lee)
Is Linwood (Fort Lee) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Linwood (Fort Lee) a good place to live?
On safety, Linwood (Fort Lee) 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 Linwood (Fort Lee)?
Walk score 78/100 and bike score 52/100. Most errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Linwood (Fort Lee) are safer?
Linwood (Fort Lee) scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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