Is Osage (Voorhees) safe?
Voorhees, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Osage (Voorhees) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Osage (Voorhees)
“Go. Osage in Voorhees is a very safe, quiet, and established suburban residential neighborhood. Visitors will find virtually no violent crime risks, though standard precautions regarding locked vehicle doors apply.”
About the area
Osage is a tree-lined residential community centered around Osage Elementary School in Voorhees Township, Camden County. The area consists primarily of single-family homes, well-kept yards, and cul-de-sacs with nearby strip retail along Somerdale and White Horse Roads.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Osage (Voorhees)
Walk score: 34/100 · Bike score: 42/100
There are no dedicated municipal bike-share programs or protected bike lanes, though neighborhood interior roads have low vehicle speeds suitable for casual riding.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are exceptionally low compared to state and national averages.
- Strong socioeconomic stability with high rates of homeownership and well-maintained properties.
- Peaceful, low-traffic residential streets ideal for quiet daytime strolls.
- Proximity to high-quality healthcare networks and essential suburban retail corridors.
Cons
- Car-dependent infrastructure with few continuous sidewalks on major boundary roads.
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins on unlocked cars.
- Limited cultural or nightlife attractions within the immediate residential boundaries.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in the Osage neighborhood, with no encampments or panhandling observed on residential streets.
What Osage (Voorhees) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and safe, with school buses, morning joggers, and dog walkers populating neighborhood streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Peaceful residential atmosphere with minimal thru-traffic and safe pedestrian conditions on interior roads.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet suburban evenings with well-lit driveways and very little foot traffic.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Dark and very quiet; walking is generally safe, though streets have sparse pedestrian lighting.
Transit, parking and getting around
NJ Transit bus routes (such as the 403 and 459) provide limited connections along White Horse Road and nearby corridors, while the PATCO Speedline rail station in Lindenwold is about a 5-to-10-minute drive away.
Parking is abundant and free, with ample private driveway space and unrestricted on-street residential parking throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in Osage (Voorhees)
- Enjoy the playgrounds and open fields around Osage Elementary School and nearby township parks.
- Visit the nearby Voorhees Town Center for casual dining and community events.
- Explore Connolly Park located just a short drive away for walking trails and community dog parks.
Local favorites
- Ott's Tavern · American Restaurant / Sports Bar · 4.3★ (1150)A popular neighborhood staple known for wings, pub food, and a relaxed atmosphere.
- Dooley's Bagels & Deli · Bagel Shop / Deli · 4.5★ (320)Local go-to for freshly boiled New Jersey-style bagels, breakfast sandwiches, and coffee.
- Bricco Coal Fired Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.6★ (890)Highly rated spot nearby serving thin-crust artisan coal-fired pizzas and salads.
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Common questions about Osage (Voorhees)
Is Osage (Voorhees) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Osage (Voorhees) a good place to live?
On safety, Osage (Voorhees) 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 Osage (Voorhees)?
Walk score 34/100 and bike score 42/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Osage (Voorhees) are safer?
Osage (Voorhees) scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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