Question 1

Is 08723 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 08723 in Brick has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Brick city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 08723 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 08723?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 08723 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 08723. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 08723 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Brick. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 08723?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 08723 is approximately $517K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 08723 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 08723 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 08723 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 08723 has an overall NeighborScore of 69/100, placing it in the moderate range for Brick. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 69/100, 08723 scores similarly to the middle tier of Brick neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Brick — ZIP 08723

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Warren H. Wolf Early Childhood Development Center	PK–PK	—	—	—
Brick Township High School	09–12	—	—	—
Drum Point Road Elementary School	KG–05	—	—	—
Emma Havens Young Elementary School	KG–05	—	—	—
Lake Riviera Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
Osbornville Elementary School	KG–05	—	—	—