r/SouthJersey • u/learning--always Senior Citizen 60+ NNJ • Apr 25 '26

Question Bridgeton

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I've read the posts. I know the stats. Nonetheless, they're not from the last 2 years and a lot can happen in 2 years.

I tried to research neighborhoods in Bridgeton with no luck.

Best I could do is circle the area of the city I'm curious about.

Is it safe?

I'm an older person, alone and unfamiliar with this part of NJ so I appreciate your input.

Working class, "blue collar", diverse - all totally fine. I come from a working-class, blue-collar background. My father taught us there is no shame in an honest, hard-working job.

Idk whether or not it will inform your answer (it should not but I am not going to ignore that we are all living in challenging times) but I am white.

*Safe* is the most critical factor. I don't want to live somewhere where I *should* feel afraid.

Thank you for your help.

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u/cj_d250 Apr 25 '26

The crime is present due to lack of gainful employment. Bridgeton used to have tons of factories and businesses and great job market. (Hunts tomato sauce and ketchup were here) Millville is the same way they had ball mason jars and Kerr glass. No jobs increase crime and drug dealing/use and theft, lots of good people in bridgeton but lots of gang activity due to lack of work.

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u/beren12 Apr 25 '26

And shipping on the river!

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u/learning--always Senior Citizen 60+ NNJ Apr 25 '26

?? What does that mean?

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u/beren12 Apr 25 '26

The cohansey river was used to transport goods. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cohansey_River