Is Maple Shade (NJ) safe?
Maple Shade, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Maple Shade (NJ) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Maple Shade (NJ)
“Go. Maple Shade is a stable, working-class suburban community in South Jersey that is generally safe for visitors and diners exploring its local Main Street and shopping corridors. While standard awareness is advised along highway commercial strips and large motel corridors on Routes 38 and 73, violent crime rates are low and residential streets are quiet.”
About the area
Located just east of Philadelphia in Burlington County, Maple Shade is known for its classic suburban layout and small-town downtown along Main Street. Visitors typically stop by for authentic neighborhood dining, family-run bakeries, and convenient retail along major regional thoroughfares.
- Working-Class Suburb
- Main Street Core
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Maple Shade (NJ)
Walk score: 58/100 · Bike score: 46/100
There is no local municipal bike-share system, and dedicated bike lanes are scarce; cyclists must share roadways with motor traffic or access multi-use trails in neighboring county parks.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are well below state and national metropolitan averages
- Active, well-lit downtown business strip along Main Street with high community foot traffic
- Stable household economy with median household incomes near $80,000 and low structural vacancy
Cons
- Property crime and vehicle larcenies cluster around retail centers and motel strips on Route 73 and Route 38
- Pedestrian safety is poor along heavy arterial highways bounding the township
- Pockets of aging multi-family rental complexes experience higher police call volumes than single-family zones
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in residential neighborhoods, though occasional individuals experiencing homelessness or seeking assistance can be observed near highway bus stops and motels along Route 73 and Route 38.
What Maple Shade (NJ) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and busy with commuters, school traffic, and local dog walkers along residential side streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Safe and active with steady commerce along Main Street and brisk retail traffic along highway strips.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm atmosphere as families frequent local restaurants and sports parks with minimal safety concerns.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and largely deserted in residential pockets; standard caution is recommended near late-night highway commercial plazas.
Transit, parking and getting around
NJ Transit operates several bus lines through the township, including routes 407, 414, and 457 connecting to Moorestown, Cherry Hill, and Camden. The nearest passenger rail access is the NJ Transit River LINE light rail in Pennsauken or PATCO Speedline in nearby Haddonfield/Collingswood, both requiring a short drive or bus transfer.
Parking is generally easy and free, with ample angled on-street parking and municipal lots along Main Street, plus large free surface lots at all highway retail centers.
Things to do in Maple Shade (NJ)
- Stroll along historic Main Street to explore local independent diners and specialty shops
- Enjoy outdoor recreation, sports fields, and walking paths at Aces Run / Collins Lane Park
- Browse local antiques and specialty goods at regional shopping plazas along Route 38
Local favorites
- Arnie's Gourmet Restaurant & Butcher Shop · Deli & Gourmet Market · 4.6★ (420)Longtime local butcher and deli serving generous sandwiches, specialty cuts, and prepared Italian-American dishes.
- Tacconelli's Pizzeria · Pizza Restaurant · 4.6★ (850)Beloved family-owned pizzeria famous for its thin-crust brick oven pies and neighborhood hospitality.
- Maple Shade Custard Stand · Ice Cream Shop · 4.7★ (380)Classic seasonal soft-serve and dessert stand that draws steady local crowds on summer evenings.
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Common questions about Maple Shade (NJ)
Is Maple Shade (NJ) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Maple Shade (NJ) a good place to live?
On safety, Maple Shade (NJ) 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 Maple Shade (NJ)?
Walk score 58/100 and bike score 46/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Maple Shade (NJ) are safer?
West Moorestown (93), Surrey Place (90), Columbia Lakes (90) score higher nearby.
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