Is Springfield (NJ) safe?
Springfield, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Springfield (NJ) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Springfield (NJ)
“Go. Springfield is an affluent, safe suburban township in Union County with very low violent crime and excellent public services. Visitors will find peaceful residential streets and convenient commercial shopping along Route 22 and Morris Avenue.”
About the area
Springfield, New Jersey is a well-maintained commuter suburb situated just west of Newark and within easy reach of New York City. The town features tree-lined neighborhoods, historic Revolutionary War sites, and major regional retail along Route 22. It offers a calm, family-oriented environment with negligible safety concerns for visitors.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Safe & Quiet
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Springfield (NJ)
Walk score: 54/100 · Bike score: 46/100
There is no local public bike-share program, and dedicated on-street bike lanes are sparse, though recreational cycling is common on quiet residential side streets and in nearby county parks.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are exceptionally low and well below state and national averages.
- Strong local economy with median household incomes exceeding $130,000 and minimal poverty.
- Well-resourced local police department and prompt emergency response services.
Cons
- Commercial corridors along Route 22 experience occasional opportunistic retail theft and vehicle break-ins.
- Heavily car-dependent layout outside the small downtown pocket on Morris Avenue.
- Fast-moving vehicle traffic on major arterial roads like Route 22 and Route 124 poses hazards for pedestrians.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Springfield, and there are no encampments or concentrated panhandling spots in the township.
What Springfield (NJ) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and busy with school traffic, commuters, and joggers along residential sidewalks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Active and calm, with routine commercial traffic on Morris Avenue and Route 22 strip malls.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet in residential zones with modest dining crowds at local restaurants; very safe to walk.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet and deserted, with low ambient crime and regular police patrols.
Transit, parking and getting around
NJ Transit bus lines 114 and 66 provide service through Springfield toward Newark and Port Authority in Manhattan; the nearest NJ Transit train station is Short Hills or Millburn on the Morris & Essex Line, about a 5 to 10-minute drive away.
Parking is abundant and largely free across shopping plazas, municipal lots, and residential side streets, with few parking restrictions outside of designated commuter areas.
Things to do in Springfield (NJ)
- Tour the historic 1741 Cannon Ball House Museum to learn about the Battle of Springfield.
- Walk, jog, or picnic in nearby Briant Park and along the Rahway River Parkway.
- Explore the periphery and tournament history of the renowned Baltusrol Golf Club.
Local favorites
- Outta Hand Pizza · Pizzeria · 4.6★ (320)Acclaimed local pizzeria serving creative thin-crust specialty pies and traditional Italian favorites.
- Echo Tap & Grille · American Restaurant & Bar · 4.4★ (680)Lively neighborhood pub offering craft beers, burgers, and upscale American comfort food.
- Sofia's Guacamole · Mexican Restaurant · 4.5★ (410)Casual, vibrant eatery serving authentic Mexican dishes and freshly prepared tableside guacamole.
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Common questions about Springfield (NJ)
Is Springfield (NJ) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Springfield (NJ) a good place to live?
On safety, Springfield (NJ) scores 89/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Springfield (NJ)?
Walk score 54/100 and bike score 46/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Springfield (NJ) are safer?
Mansfield (91) score higher nearby.
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