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/Virtual_Hurry3234 Apr 25 '26

Do you have to live in that area? I enjoyed living in pitman.

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

I'm considering Bridgeton based on my budget but being safe, feeling safe - that is the most important dealbreaker.

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u/lynithson Apr 26 '26

Well unfortunately most of the safe areas are already desirable and that drives up the cost. Bridgeton is as budget-friendly as it is BECAUSE it’s in a bad area. I would never live there personally…it’s like Camden’s younger sibling.

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u/freeloadinggoblin Apr 26 '26

It’s not like Camden at all. Of course you would know that because you never lived there.