Is Newfield safe?
Newfield, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Newfield as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Newfield
“Go. Newfield is a peaceful, semi-rural borough in southern Gloucester County with very low violent crime rates and minimal safety risks for visitors. Standard precautions against occasional opportunistic vehicle burglary are all that is necessary.”
About the area
Newfield is a quiet, tight-knit residential community characterized by single-family homes, leafy side streets, and small local businesses. It offers a calm, slow-paced small-town environment surrounded by the agricultural and suburban expanses of South Jersey.
- Small-Town
- Quiet Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Newfield
Walk score: 24/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There is no bike-share program, and cycling is primarily confined to standard roadway shoulders on rural and borough roads without dedicated protected bike lanes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly below state and national averages.
- High rate of homeownership and residential stability across the borough.
- Very low traffic congestion and quiet residential streets.
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with almost no commercial walkability.
- Sparse street lighting on rural and residential connector roads after dark.
- Occasional opportunistic property theft or vehicle rummaging reported regionally.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Newfield, with no permanent encampments or active street panhandling in the borough.
What Newfield is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and safe, with school commuters, dog walkers, and light local traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Peaceful and low-stress, ideal for driving through or stopping at local eateries.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential winding-down with safe, dim neighborhood streets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low activity with negligible street pedestrian presence; safe, but requires caution due to unlit roadways and wildlife crossings.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is very limited; NJ Transit operates regional bus lines like the 313/408 along nearby major corridors like Delsea Drive, but there is no direct rail or BRT service in the borough.
Parking is completely free and widely available on residential streets and in business lots, with no parking decks or meters anywhere in town.
Things to do in Newfield
- Pick up fresh regional produce at nearby South Jersey farm markets.
- Enjoy quiet walks and family recreation at the local municipal park and ballfields.
- Sample classic regional roadside pizza and deli fare along Northwest Boulevard.
Local favorites
- Joe's Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.5★ (320)A neighborhood staple serving traditional thin-crust pies, subs, and Italian comfort classics.
- Larry's II Restaurant · Diner & American Fare · 4.4★ (1450)A popular nearby diner known for hearty breakfast platters and comfort-food specials.
- Maugeri's Farm Market · Farm Stand · 4.7★ (310)A family-run regional farm market offering seasonal local produce, baked goods, and flowers.
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Common questions about Newfield
Is Newfield safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Newfield a good place to live?
On safety, Newfield scores 82/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Newfield?
Walk score 24/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Newfield are safer?
Broad Lane (91), Downer (84), Robanna (83) score higher nearby.
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