Is Pine Brook (Montville) safe?
Montville, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Pine Brook (Montville) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Pine Brook (Montville)
“Go. Pine Brook is an exceptionally safe, quiet suburban enclave in Morris County with virtually nonexistent violent crime. Visitors will find excellent Italian dining and pleasant suburban parks, though you will need a car to get around comfortably.”
About the area
Pine Brook is an affluent unincorporated section of Montville Township centered around Route 46 and scenic residential pockets near the Passaic River. It blends commercial convenience along the highway with expansive, well-maintained single-family neighborhoods and office parks.
- Affluent Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet & Peaceful
Walking and biking in Pine Brook (Montville)
Walk score: 32/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There is no public bike-share program, and cycling is mostly recreational on quiet residential side streets due to lack of dedicated bike lanes along major thoroughfares.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are near zero, far below national and state averages
- High household median incomes exceeding $160,000 with very high homeownership rates
- Well-funded municipal services, rapid emergency response, and highly rated local infrastructure
Cons
- Pedestrian navigation is difficult due to car-centric road layouts and fast traffic along Route 46
- Occasional opportunistic vehicle break-ins reported in suburban driveways
- Lack of nightlife or late-night entertainment options
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in Pine Brook, with no encampments or panhandling present.
What Pine Brook (Montville) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and quiet as residents commute and local retail along Route 46 opens up.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Safe and orderly, with light commercial traffic on the highway and quiet residential cul-de-sacs.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Popular dining spots fill up safely along Route 46, while neighborhood streets remain tranquil and safe.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low activity with virtually empty roads and peaceful streets, feeling very safe.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is limited; NJ Transit bus route 871 provides sparse weekday service connecting to Morristown, while the nearest commuter rail stations are NJ Transit's Towaco or Boonton stations about 10 minutes away by car.
Parking is exceptionally easy and universally free in vast retail plazas, dedicated restaurant lots, and residential driveways.
Things to do in Pine Brook (Montville)
- Dine at classic regional Italian restaurants along Route 46
- Enjoy outdoor recreation and athletic fields at Montville Community Park nearby
- Explore the historic Morris Canal towpath remnants and green spaces nearby
Local favorites
- Don Pepe Steakhouse · Steakhouse / Spanish Restaurant · 4.4★ (1150)Long-running upscale destination known for massive dry-aged steaks and classic Spanish seafood.
- Pine Brook Jewish Center · Community & Cultural Center · 4.8★ (42)A prominent local cultural institution hosting community gatherings and events.
- Changebridge Diner · Diner · 4.2★ (820)Classic New Jersey diner serving expansive comfort breakfast and lunch menus.
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Common questions about Pine Brook (Montville)
Is Pine Brook (Montville) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Pine Brook (Montville) a good place to live?
On safety, Pine Brook (Montville) scores 94/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Pine Brook (Montville)?
Walk score 32/100 and bike score 28/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Pine Brook (Montville) are safer?
Pine Brook (Montville) scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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