Bergen County, New Jersey: Police Scanner Guide
Most police and sheriff agencies in Bergen County have gone encrypted. You can still monitor fire, EMS, weather broadcasts, and any remaining unencrypted channels.
What You Can Still Monitor in Bergen County
- Fire dispatch — most fire departments stay on open radio even when police go encrypted
- EMS / ambulance dispatch — emergency medical services often remain unencrypted for interoperability
- NOAA Weather Radio — direct NWS broadcasts on 162.400–162.550 MHz
- Public works & utilities — city maintenance, road crews, and utilities typically unencrypted
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Agencies in Bergen County
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| Agency | Type | Encryption |
|---|---|---|
| Bergen County Police | police | P25 AES-256 |
| Fairview Police | police | P25 ADP |
| Oakland Police | police | P25 AES-256 |
| Rutherford Police | police | P25 AES-256 |
| Tenafly Police | police | P25 AES-256 |
| Tenafly Township Police | police | P25 AES-256 |
| Fairview Township Police | police | P25 AES-256 |
| Ramsey Township Police | police | P25 AES-256 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I monitor in Bergen County, New Jersey?
Most police and sheriff agencies in Bergen County have gone encrypted. You can still monitor fire, EMS, weather broadcasts, and any remaining unencrypted channels. Check the local fire and EMS frequencies which often remain unencrypted even when police go encrypted.
Is police radio encrypted in Bergen County?
Yes — 5 out of 8 agencies in Bergen County use full encryption. An additional 3 use partial encryption. Fire and EMS frequently remain unencrypted.
What scanner do I need for Bergen County?
For Bergen County, we recommend a scanner that covers VHF and UHF frequencies for fire, EMS, and weather — the Uniden BC125AT is the best value. For broader exploration, the RTL-SDR V4 with free SDRTrunk software can scan the full spectrum.