Is Taylors Mills safe?
Manalapan, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Taylors Mills as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Taylors Mills
“Go. Taylors Mills in Manalapan is an exceptionally safe, affluent suburban community with virtually non-existent violent crime and well-maintained residential streets. Visitors will find a tranquil, family-oriented environment typical of Monmouth County suburbs, though a car is essential for getting around.”
About the area
Taylors Mills is a classic suburban neighborhood centered along Taylors Mills Road in Manalapan Township, New Jersey. It features spacious single-family subdivisions, manicured lawns, and close proximity to major retail corridors along Route 9. The area is defined by strong community stability, excellent local infrastructure, and high rates of homeownership.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Leafy Subdivisions
Walking and biking in Taylors Mills
Walk score: 24/100 · Bike score: 32/100
There are no public bike-share systems or dedicated on-street bike lanes on major roads like Taylors Mills Rd, though neighborhood subdivisions are safe for casual riding; the Henry Hudson Trail is accessible via a short drive north.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are extraordinarily low, ranking among the safest suburban townships in New Jersey
- High median household income well above $130,000 with poverty rates under 4%
- Well-maintained properties, high homeownership rates, and negligible housing vacancy
- Safe, quiet residential streets ideal for jogging and family walks during daytime hours
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with minimal pedestrian infrastructure on connecting arterial roads
- High vehicular traffic and congestion during rush hours along Route 9 and Taylors Mills Road
- Occasional nighttime vehicle break-ins targeting unlocked cars
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in Taylors Mills, with no encampments or panhandling present in the neighborhood.
What Taylors Mills is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and busy with school traffic, commuters heading out, and residents walking dogs in subdivision loops.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe with typical suburban activity, package deliveries, and moderate traffic on main connector roads.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential atmosphere as families return home; perfectly safe for evening walks within neighborhood developments.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low activity with dark, empty residential streets; safety remains high although isolated foot travel is uncommon.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is managed primarily by NJ Transit commuter buses (such as Route 139 to NYC Port Authority) along the nearby Route 9 corridor. There is no direct rail station within walking distance; the nearest NJ Transit rail service is located in Aberdeen-Matawan roughly 10 miles away.
Parking is completely free and effortless, with expansive private driveways in residential areas and large, free surface parking lots at all commercial shopping plazas.
Things to do in Taylors Mills
- Explore the walking trails, sports fields, and splash park at the expansive Manalapan Recreation Center nearby
- Visit Monmouth Battlefield State Park just minutes away for historic revolutionary war grounds and hiking trails
- Pick seasonal produce and enjoy family agritourism activities at nearby Happy Day Farm
Local favorites
- Nonna's Citi Cucina · Italian Restaurant · 4.4★ (1250)A popular, upscale casual Italian restaurant serving classic pasta dishes, wood-fired pizza, and seafood.
- The Turning Point of Manalapan · Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant · 4.5★ (980)A bustling daybreak staple offering artisan breakfast platters, specialty pancakes, and espresso drinks.
- Manalapan Diner · Diner · 4.3★ (1820)A quintessential New Jersey diner serving generous comfort food portions, all-day breakfast, and homemade desserts.
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Common questions about Taylors Mills
Is Taylors Mills safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Taylors Mills a good place to live?
On safety, Taylors Mills 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 Taylors Mills?
Walk score 24/100 and bike score 32/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Taylors Mills are safer?
Clarks Mills (95), Yorketown (94), Woodland Oaks (Manalapan) (94) score higher nearby.
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