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Is Troy Hills safe?

Parsippany-Troy Hills, 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 Troy Hills as “Go”.

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Gogo's take on Troy Hills

“Go. Troy Hills is an exceptionally safe, quiet Morris County suburban community with negligible violent crime and well-maintained residential subdivisions. Visitors will experience a peaceful, low-stress environment, though a personal vehicle is necessary to navigate the area.”

About the area

Troy Hills is a calm, tree-lined residential section of Parsippany-Troy Hills characterized by mid-century single-family homes, manicured lawns, and quiet cul-de-sacs. Located close to major highway corridors like I-80 and I-287, it primarily serves as a tranquil bedroom community for regional professionals.

  • Suburban Enclave
  • Family-Friendly
  • Peaceful & Quiet
  • Car-Dependent

Walking and biking in Troy Hills

Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 34/100

No bike-share systems exist in the area, and lack of dedicated bike lanes on major roads restricts safe cycling primarily to quiet residential side streets.

Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice

Pros

  • Violent crime rates are near zero and well below national and New Jersey benchmarks.
  • Strong economic stability driven by high median household incomes and very low poverty.
  • Well-maintained housing stock with high homeownership and virtually no vacant or blighted properties.

Cons

  • Extremely car-dependent layout with scarce sidewalks and minimal walkability.
  • Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as overnight vehicle break-ins.
  • No walkable commercial core or nightlife within the immediate neighborhood borders.

Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually non-existent in Troy Hills, with county assistance services and shelters situated primarily in nearby Morristown.

What Troy Hills is like at each time of day

Morning · 5a – 11a
Peaceful and safe as residents commute and school buses circulate through the quiet residential streets.
Afternoon · 11a – 5p
Calm and family-oriented with virtually no pedestrian hazards other than occasional neighborhood road traffic.
Evening · 5p – 10p
Quiet suburban streets that are very safe for dog walking and evening jogs under residential streetlights.
Late night · 10p – 5a
Extremely low activity with dark, quiet streets that remain exceptionally safe from violent street crime.

Transit, parking and getting around

NJ Transit operates bus routes like the 79 and 874 along nearby regional corridors, while the nearest commuter rail stations are Mount Tabor and Morris Plains on the Morristown Line, roughly 4 miles away.

Parking is completely hassle-free with ample private driveways, unrestricted residential street parking, and free surface lots at all commercial centers.

Things to do in Troy Hills

  • Tour the historic Gustav Stickley estate and American Craftsman design exhibits at The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms.
  • Play a round of public golf or visit the driving range at the nearby Knoll Golf Club.
  • Enjoy outdoor sports, walking paths, and community fields at Jannarone Park.

Local favorites

  • Gourmet Cafe · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (680)
    A cozy, chef-driven BYOB staple serving upscale classic Italian fare and daily seafood specials.
  • Reservoir Tavern · Pizza Restaurant · 4.6★ (2150)
    A legendary local institution renowned for thin-crust skillet pizza and hearty homestyle Italian dishes.
  • Cinnamon Indian Restaurant · Indian Restaurant · 4.4★ (920)
    A popular dining room offering traditional North and South Indian curries, tandoori dishes, and a lunch buffet.

Neighborhoods near Troy Hills

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Common questions about Troy Hills

Is Troy Hills safe to walk at night?

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

Is Troy Hills a good place to live?

On safety, Troy Hills 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 Troy Hills?

Walk score 28/100 and bike score 34/100. Most trips need a car.

Which areas near Troy Hills are safer?

East Hanover (94), Pine Brook (Montville) (94), Hanover (93) score higher nearby.

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