Question 1

Is 08096 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 08096 in Woodbury has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Woodbury city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 08096 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 08096?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 08096 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 08096. 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, 08096 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Woodbury. 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 08096?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 08096 is approximately $347K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 08096 at a premium relative to the metro median, reflecting the neighborhood's above-average crime and school scores. Median rent in 08096 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 08096 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 08096 has an overall NeighborScore of 73/100, placing it in the moderate range for Woodbury. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 73/100, 08096 scores similarly to the middle tier of Woodbury 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.

Woodbury — ZIP 08096

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Central Early Childhood Center	PK–PK	—	—	—
Deptford Township High School	09–12	—	—	—
Good Intent Elementary School	01–05	—	—	—
Lake Tract Elementary School	01–05	—	—	—
Gateway Regional High School	07–12	—	—	—
Green-Fields Elementary School	PK–04	—	—	—
Oakview Elementary School	PK–02	—	—	—
Woodbury Jr-Sr High School	06–12	—	—	—
Evergreen Avenue Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Walnut Street School	PK–05	—	—	—
West End Memorial Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—