Question 1

Is 08753 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 08753 in Toms River has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Toms River city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 08753 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 08753?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 08753 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 08753. 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, 08753 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Toms River. 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 08753?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 08753 is approximately $538K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 08753 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 08753 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 08753 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 08753 has an overall NeighborScore of 68/100, placing it in the moderate range for Toms River. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 68/100, 08753 scores similarly to the middle tier of Toms River 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.

Toms River — ZIP 08753

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Toms River High School North	09–12	—	—	—
Toms River High School South	09–12	—	—	—
Toms River Intermediate School East	06–08	—	—	—
Toms River Intermediate School North	06–08	—	—	—
Cedar Grove Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
East Dover Elementary School	KG–05	—	—	—
Hooper Avenue Elementary School	KG–05	—	—	—
North Dover Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Silver Bay Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Walnut Street Elementary School	KG–05	—	—	—
Washington Street Elementary School	KG–05	—	—	—
West Dover Elementary School	KG–05	—	—	—
Toms River High School East	09–12	—	—	—