Is Manordome safe?
Teaneck, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Manordome as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Manordome
“Go. Manordome is a quiet, well-maintained suburban enclave in Teaneck characterized by very low crime rates and a strong sense of community. Visitors will find a peaceful residential atmosphere with virtually no violent crime risks, making it exceedingly safe for walking and family visits at almost any hour.”
About the area
Manordome is an established residential neighborhood in Teaneck, New Jersey, featuring single-family homes, manicured lawns, and tree-lined streets. While primarily residential, it offers convenient access to nearby commercial corridors along Cedar Lane and Queen Anne Road. It is typical of Bergen County's safe, affluent suburban neighborhoods.
- Quiet Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Suburban Enclave
- Tree-Lined
Walking and biking in Manordome
Walk score: 52/100 · Bike score: 48/100
There are no municipal bike-share programs available in the area. Neighborhood streets are generally calm enough for casual cycling, and nearby Overpeck County Park offers dedicated multi-use paved trails.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are negligible and well below state and national averages.
- High homeownership rate and strong household incomes (median over $120,000) support well-kept properties and neighborhood stability.
- Active local police presence and attentive community watch culture.
- Close proximity to extensive county parklands and local retail corridors.
Cons
- Car-dependent interior streets with limited public amenities within immediate walking distance.
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins or package theft common to suburban areas.
- Lack of nightlife or dedicated entertainment venues directly inside the neighborhood boundaries.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in this residential neighborhood. Regional shelter and social services are concentrated in neighboring Hackensack and larger Bergen County hubs.
What Manordome is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, joggers, and commuters departing for work.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with standard suburban traffic and children playing outdoors.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Tranquil and safe for evening walks, though street lighting varies on residential blocks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet and devoid of foot traffic; exceptionally low risk of street crime, though standard nighttime awareness is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
NJ Transit bus routes (including the 167, 168, and 175) run along nearby corridors providing direct commuter connections to Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan and Hackensack. There is no rail station in Teaneck; the nearest NJ Transit train service is on the Pascack Valley Line in neighboring Hackensack or River Edge.
Residential street parking is readily available and free throughout the neighborhood, though Teaneck enforces overnight street parking restrictions without a resident permit. Municipal lots and metered street spots are plentiful along commercial avenues like Cedar Lane.
Things to do in Manordome
- Take a stroll or jog through nearby Overpeck County Park along the water trails.
- Browse the independent shops, bakeries, and kosher eateries along nearby Cedar Lane.
- Walk along the Hackensack River Greenway paths just west of the neighborhood.
Local favorites
- Butterflake Bakery · Bakery · 4.6★ (460)Renowned kosher bakery known for traditional babkas, challah, and specialty pastries on Cedar Lane.
- Amarone Ristorante · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (290)Refined neighborhood Italian trattoria serving classic pasta dishes and regional entrees in an intimate setting.
- Sababa Grill · Middle Eastern Restaurant · 4.4★ (380)Popular casual eatery serving authentic Israeli and Middle Eastern shawarma, falafel, and kabobs.
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Common questions about Manordome
Is Manordome safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Manordome a good place to live?
On safety, Manordome 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 Manordome?
Walk score 52/100 and bike score 48/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Manordome are safer?
West Englewood (Teaneck) (89), Colonial Village (Teaneck) (89) score higher nearby.
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