Is Valentine safe?
Edison, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Valentine as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Valentine
“Go. Valentine is a quiet, settled suburban enclave in Edison that is safe and peaceful for visitors. While areas bordering commercial arteries experience typical automotive traffic and occasional minor property crime, violent crime is exceptionally rare.”
About the area
Valentine is a predominantly residential and light-commercial neighborhood located in southern Edison, featuring single-family homes, modest tree-lined streets, and convenient access to Central Jersey corridors. Visitors primarily travel here for neighborhood dining or quiet lodging options near major transportation links.
- Suburban
- Quiet
- Family-Oriented
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Valentine
Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 44/100
Dedicated bike infrastructure is sparse along main roads, but low-speed residential side streets are generally safe for cycling; no bike-share systems operate here.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than state and national benchmarks
- Solid economic profile with median household income approaching six figures and low poverty
- High homeownership rate and stable residential community maintenance
Cons
- Periodic opportunistic property theft such as vehicle break-ins along residential streets
- Proximity to major industrial routes brings elevated commercial truck traffic to boundary roads
- Pockets of pedestrian infrastructure lack sidewalks and adequate night lighting
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually nonexistent in Valentine, with no permanent encampments or active panhandling in residential or retail areas.
What Valentine is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Calm and peaceful as residents commute and local school traffic moves through the neighborhood.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet in residential pockets with steady commercial traffic along Route 514 and surrounding corridors.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Low-key and safe, with families out walking and diners patronizing local restaurants.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and quiet with little activity; general suburban safety rules apply regarding locked vehicle doors.
Transit, parking and getting around
NJ Transit operates local bus service including routes 810 and 814 along peripheral roads, while the Edison and Metuchen NJ Transit commuter rail stations are a 10-minute drive away.
Parking is uncomplicated with abundant free street parking in residential sections and free private surface lots at commercial plazas.
Things to do in Valentine
- Spend an afternoon outdoors exploring the sports fields and trails at nearby Thomas A. Edison County Park
- Enjoy casual regional dining along the Woodbridge Avenue and Amboy Avenue corridors
- Take a short drive to the Thomas Edison Center at Menlo Park to learn about local history
Local favorites
- LouCas Italian Restaurant · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (1120)Longstanding neighborhood staple serving classic Italian pasta dishes and seafood in a BYOB setting.
- Skylark Diner · Diner · 4.4★ (2650)Sleek, upscale modern diner serving artisan comfort foods, cocktails, and scratch-made desserts.
- Tio Taco + Tequila Bar · Mexican Restaurant · 4.3★ (980)Lively nearby spot offering classic Mexican street food, specialty tacos, and craft margaritas.
Neighborhoods near Valentine
Common questions about Valentine
Is Valentine safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Valentine a good place to live?
On safety, Valentine 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 Valentine?
Walk score 48/100 and bike score 44/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Valentine are safer?
Raritan Manor (86) score higher nearby.
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