Is Yardley Village safe?
Madison, New Jersey · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Yardley Village as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Yardley Village
“Go. Yardley Village and the broader borough of Madison are among the safest residential communities in the state. Violent crime is exceptionally rare, and visitors can walk around at nearly any hour without safety concerns.”
About the area
Yardley Village is an upscale, quiet residential townhome enclave located within the picturesque borough of Madison, New Jersey. Surrounded by leafy suburban streets and collegiate campuses like Drew University and Fairleigh Dickinson University, it offers a tranquil suburban atmosphere with convenient proximity to downtown dining and shopping.
- Quiet & Residential
- Affluent Suburb
- Tree-Lined
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Yardley Village
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 48/100
There are no dedicated municipal bike-share stations in the immediate vicinity, but quiet residential roads connect easily to local recreational routes and the nearby Traction Line Recreation Trail.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Exceptionally low violent and property crime rates compared to state and national benchmarks
- High median household incomes and exceptionally well-maintained residential properties
- Close proximity to the vibrant, safe downtown Madison commercial strip and rail links
Cons
- Suburban layout makes errands outside the immediate complex car-dependent
- Occasional opportunistic suburban vehicle thefts reported in broader Morris County
- Limited commercial nightlife or activity directly within the residential development itself
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Yardley Village or the surrounding borough of Madison. Morris County social and housing services are based primarily in nearby Morristown.
What Yardley Village is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with local residents walking dogs, jogging, and commuting, feeling exceptionally safe.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and tranquil with minimal vehicle traffic and safe pedestrian conditions throughout the community.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential ambiance as commuters return; well-lit streets ensure a secure environment for walking.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and silent with virtually no foot traffic, but strictly peaceful with almost zero violent safety risks.
Transit, parking and getting around
NJ Transit's Morristown Line provides direct rail service to New York Penn Station and Hoboken from the nearby Madison Station or Convent Station, both roughly a 5-minute drive away. Local bus service is limited, with Morris County's local shuttles and occasional NJ Transit bus routes serving nearby corridors.
Residential parking is ample and dedicated for residents and guests within the development. In downtown Madison, free and metered street parking and municipal permit/shopper lots are easy to find and inexpensive.
Things to do in Yardley Village
- Stroll along the historic, tree-lined downtown Main Street in Madison for boutique shopping and dining
- Visit the nearby Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey on the Drew University campus
- Explore the Museum of Early American Trades & Crafts located in historic downtown Madison
Local favorites
- Bottle Hill Tavern · American Restaurant & Pub · 4.5★ (510)A cozy, classic gathering spot in downtown Madison serving upscale pub fare, craft beers, and cocktails.
- Il Mondo Vecchio · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (380)An intimate, white-tablecloth BYOB Italian destination known for handmade pastas and traditional entrees.
- Sunday Motor Co. Cafe · Cafe & Coffee Shop · 4.6★ (460)A stylish, automotive-themed cafe offering specialty espresso drinks, breakfast sandwiches, and light lunches.
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Common questions about Yardley Village
Is Yardley Village safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Yardley Village a good place to live?
On safety, Yardley Village scores 95/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Yardley Village?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 48/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Yardley Village are safer?
Chatham (Chatham Township) (96) score higher nearby.
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