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Is Siloam safe?

Freehold Township, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly

91out of 100

Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.

VibeLoco rates Siloam as “Go”.

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Gogo's take on Siloam

“Go. Siloam is an exceptionally safe, peaceful, and affluent rural-suburban pocket of Freehold Township characterized by large lots, horse farms, and county parkland. Violent crime is virtually absent, and property crime rates are among the lowest in the state. The primary risk to visitors is traffic safety along narrow, unlit rural roads rather than personal safety.”

About the area

Located in the southwestern quadrant of Freehold Township, Siloam is a quiet, low-density community known for rolling landscapes, equestrian properties, and proximity to Turkey Swamp Park. The area offers a tranquil country ambiance while remaining just minutes from central Freehold's commercial amenities. It is an ideal spot for outdoor recreation and rural driving tours.

  • Rural Suburb
  • Sprawling & Green
  • Car-Dependent
  • Peaceful
  • Equestrian

Walking and biking in Siloam

Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 26/100

There are no bike-share programs or dedicated on-road bike lanes, though Turkey Swamp Park offers miles of scenic unpaved trails suitable for mountain and gravel biking.

Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice

Pros

  • Extremely low rates of violent and property crime well below state and national medians
  • High household incomes, strong homeownership rates, and impeccably maintained properties
  • Direct proximity to expansive county parkland, camping, and freshwater fishing

Cons

  • Virtually zero pedestrian infrastructure with narrow shoulders and no sidewalks
  • High car dependency with no walkable commercial or retail hubs
  • Winding, unlit two-lane roads present driving hazards at night, particularly with local deer populations

Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not present in Siloam due to its low-density residential and agricultural composition; support services and shelters are concentrated in larger Monmouth County urban centers.

What Siloam is like at each time of day

Morning · 5a – 11a
Crisp, quiet, and extremely safe, with light commuter traffic and occasional joggers along residential side roads.
Afternoon · 11a – 5p
Serene and active with park visitors, horse riders, and landscape maintenance crews.
Evening · 5p – 10p
Calm and peaceful with fading traffic, feeling entirely safe outside of poor roadway lighting.
Late night · 10p – 5a
Pitch-black, heavily wooded, and completely free from street crime, though walking along roads is unsafe due to absent sidewalks and passing vehicles.

Transit, parking and getting around

Public transit is practically non-existent in Siloam; commuters must drive to Freehold Center or park-and-ride facilities on Route 9 to access NJ Transit bus routes (such as the 139 to NYC).

Parking is abundant and entirely free, with large private driveways and generous dedicated lots at Turkey Swamp Park and surrounding township facilities.

Things to do in Siloam

  • Camp, kayak, and hike the extensive forested trails throughout Turkey Swamp Park.
  • Pick fresh seasonal produce and sample cider donuts at nearby Battleview Orchards.
  • Enjoy an 18-hole round at the nearby public Charleston Springs Golf Course.

Local favorites

  • Turkey Swamp Park · County Park & Campground · 4.7★ (1150)
    Expansive 2,200-acre county park featuring a 17-acre lake, canoe rentals, hiking trails, and camping facilities.
  • Battleview Orchards Country Store · Farm Market & Bakery · 4.6★ (2240)
    Historic nearby family-owned orchard and market renowned for fresh cider, baked pies, and pick-your-own fruit.
  • Moore's Tavern & Sports Bar · American Restaurant & Pub · 4.3★ (1320)
    Historic casual pub serving classic tavern fare, craft beers, and American staples in nearby Freehold.

Neighborhoods near Siloam

More: all Freehold Township neighborhoods · safest neighborhoods in New Jersey

Common questions about Siloam

Is Siloam safe to walk at night?

Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.

Is Siloam a good place to live?

On safety, Siloam scores 91/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.

How walkable is Siloam?

Walk score 12/100 and bike score 26/100. Most trips need a car.

Which areas near Siloam are safer?

Millhurst (93) score higher nearby.

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