Is Ridgefield safe?
Ridgefield, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Ridgefield as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Ridgefield
“Go. Ridgefield is a safe, stable Bergen County suburban community with violent crime rates well below state and national medians. Visitors can comfortably explore its diverse Korean and Latin dining corridors, though pedestrians should stay vigilant around heavily trafficked thoroughfares.”
About the area
Located just across the Hudson River corridor in eastern Bergen County, Ridgefield is a tranquil residential and commercial borough. It is well-known for its vibrant stretch of Broad Avenue featuring authentic Korean markets, bakeries, and international eateries alongside leafy residential streets.
- Suburban Enclave
- Diverse Dining Hub
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Ridgefield
Walk score: 67/100 · Bike score: 42/100
There is no local bike-share network, and cycling is challenging due to hilly terrain and heavy motor vehicle traffic on arterial roadways.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are roughly 70% below the national average
- High household stability with median household incomes exceeding $85,000
- Rich and diverse culinary scene along the Broad Avenue commercial spine
Cons
- Heavy regional commuter and truck traffic along Route 1&9 and Route 46
- Occasional vehicle-related property crimes and shoplifting around highway retail centers
- Steep topography and limited continuous sidewalks outside the main avenues
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in Ridgefield, with no established encampments or regular panhandling observed in the borough.
What Ridgefield is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with locals commuting, walking dogs, and grabbing breakfast along Broad Avenue.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy commercial flow along main roads with high foot traffic around shopping plazas and minimal safety concerns.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Lively dinner atmosphere at local restaurants with well-lit retail clusters and calm residential streets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and largely deserted; safe overall, though commercial strips see light late-night vehicular traffic.
Transit, parking and getting around
NJ Transit bus routes (such as the 127, 165, and 166) run frequently along Broad Avenue and Bergen Boulevard, providing direct access to the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan; there is no direct rail station within the borough.
Street parking is generally easy and free in residential areas, while retail plazas along Broad Avenue offer free customer parking lots.
Things to do in Ridgefield
- Sample Korean delicacies, barbecue, and specialty groceries at H Mart and nearby bakeries on Broad Avenue
- Enjoy sports fields, walking paths, and peaceful open space at Ridgefield Veterans Memorial Park
- Explore the nearby Overpeck County Park for expansive nature trails and kayak launches
Local favorites
- H Mart Ridgefield · Supermarket · 4.3★ (2350)A bustling Asian supermarket featuring fresh produce, imported specialties, and a diverse hot food court.
- Shabu Garden · Hot Pot Restaurant · 4.4★ (820)An all-you-can-eat Japanese and Korean style shabu-shabu spot with premium meats and fresh broth bars.
- Rosticeria El Chalan · Peruvian Restaurant · 4.5★ (460)A cozy, informal eatery celebrated for charcoal-roasted rotisserie chicken and traditional Peruvian dishes.
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Common questions about Ridgefield
Is Ridgefield safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Ridgefield a good place to live?
On safety, Ridgefield scores 84/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Ridgefield?
Walk score 67/100 and bike score 42/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Ridgefield are safer?
Koreatown (Palisades Park) (88) score higher nearby.
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