Is Oak Valley (Deptford) safe?
Deptford, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Oak Valley (Deptford) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Oak Valley (Deptford)
“Go. Oak Valley is a peaceful, established suburban neighborhood characterized by mid-century single-family homes and quiet residential streets. Visitors will find minimal safety concerns beyond standard basic precautions, as violent crime is exceedingly rare.”
About the area
Oak Valley is a mature residential enclave located in Deptford Township, Gloucester County, New Jersey. Developed primarily as a post-war planned community, it offers a tranquil small-town atmosphere close to major South Jersey retail corridors and Philadelphia commuter routes.
- Quiet Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Mid-Century Residential
Walking and biking in Oak Valley (Deptford)
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes or bike-share stations in Oak Valley, but local residential streets have low speed limits suitable for neighborhood cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Very low rates of violent and severe property crime compared to national benchmarks
- High homeownership rate with well-maintained properties and low residential vacancy
- Solid median household incomes and stable middle-class suburban demographics
- Family-oriented environment with neighborhood parks and minimal through-traffic
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with virtually no walkable retail or dining within the residential grid
- Occasional opportunistic property theft such as unlocked vehicle break-ins
- Limited street lighting along some interior residential loops and dead ends
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within Oak Valley, with support services and shelters located in larger urban centers across Camden and Gloucester Counties.
What Oak Valley (Deptford) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with residents walking dogs and children heading to local schools.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential activity with clear visibility and negligible safety concerns.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet suburban streets with low vehicular traffic and a very safe atmosphere for evening strolls.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low activity and quiet streets; generally safe, though typical suburban precautions apply due to low lighting.
Transit, parking and getting around
NJ Transit operates bus routes (such as Route 410 and 412) along nearby corridors like Route 45 and Delsea Drive, but service within the neighborhood interior is minimal; regional rail requires driving to the PATCO Speedline in Woodbury or Lindenwold.
Ample free street parking is available throughout the residential neighborhood, supplemented by private residential driveways.
Things to do in Oak Valley (Deptford)
- Visit and stroll around the recreation fields at Oak Valley Park
- Enjoy summer swimming and community events at the Oak Valley Friendly Association Pool
- Take a short drive to the nearby Timber Creek Dog Park and nature trails
Local favorites
- Gia Nina's Pizza & Italian Restaurant · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (460)A popular local spot serving classic New Jersey style pizza, pasta entrees, and hot subs.
- Filomena Lakeview · Italian Restaurant & Bar · 4.4★ (1820)Nearby upscale Italian dining and lounge offering lakefront views and hearty traditional dishes.
- Deptford Mall · Shopping Mall · 4.3★ (10500)A major regional retail hub just minutes away featuring department stores, specialty shops, and casual dining.
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Common questions about Oak Valley (Deptford)
Is Oak Valley (Deptford) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Oak Valley (Deptford) a good place to live?
On safety, Oak Valley (Deptford) scores 83/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Oak Valley (Deptford)?
Walk score 28/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Oak Valley (Deptford) are safer?
Wenonah (94), Centre City (88), Woodbury Heights (86) score higher nearby.
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