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JournalSquire t1_j31mibt wrote

I’d recommend Journal Square — feels generally safe but would recommend with any neighborhood in any city (even downtown JC) to be aware of your surroundings. I think it’s a very convenient neighborhood with great cafes, an arts scene, cultural events, and more and more coming each day with the development that’s happening.

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moobycow t1_j31sdh5 wrote

It's really coming around and I find it great now, but there will certainly be an element of culture shock coming from a 1,400 person town.

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ceeyell t1_j32kuqe wrote

That would be true of nearly any place in northeast NJ that is anywhere near NYC though. Agreed about JSQ, I’ve lived here since 2020 and it’s been great. Far and away much safer and less seedy feeling than it was circa mid-2000’s the last time I was around this area, and it’s only getting better from here.

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moobycow t1_j32upir wrote

No doubt, but I imagine JSQ feels a bit more intimidating than say, Maplewood.

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