Is Accokeek Lawn safe?
Accokeek, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Accokeek Lawn as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Accokeek Lawn
“Go. Accokeek Lawn is a peaceful, upper-middle-class residential subdivision where visitors and residents experience minimal crime and a strong sense of community. The primary hazards here are related to high-speed traffic on nearby thoroughfares like Route 210 rather than violent or property crime.”
About the area
Accokeek Lawn is an established, tree-filled suburban enclave of single-family homes in southern Prince George's County. It offers a quiet, semi-rural atmosphere with spacious lots, positioned conveniently near the Potomac River and historic parklands.
- Quiet Suburb
- Wooded Lots
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Accokeek Lawn
Walk score: 9/100 · Bike score: 18/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes or Capital Bikeshare docks in the immediate neighborhood, and nearby roads lack shoulders for safe road cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to northern Prince George's County
- High homeownership rate and median household incomes well exceeding six figures
- Spacious, well-maintained properties with mature tree canopies and low density
Cons
- Extreme car dependency with zero walkable commercial hubs or retail within the subdivision
- Proximity to Maryland Route 210 (Indian Head Highway), known regionally for reckless driving and serious auto collisions
- Limited street lighting along residential lanes and connecting rural roadways
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within this strictly residential subdivision, with no encampments or panhandling present.
What Accokeek Lawn is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with neighborhood walkers, school buses, and residents heading out for their morning commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and low-key with occasional delivery vehicles and neighbors working in their yards.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential; safe for walking pets, though reflective gear is advisable due to sparse sidewalks and streetlights.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Pitch-black and quiet with almost no vehicle or pedestrian traffic; personal safety risk remains very low.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is very limited; Prince George's County TheBus and occasional commuter buses run along MD-210, while the nearest rail station is the Branch Avenue Metro Station (Green Line), approximately 15 miles north.
Ample, easy parking is available with wide private driveways and unrestricted on-street parking throughout the subdivision.
Things to do in Accokeek Lawn
- Explore the living history farm and Potomac River views at nearby National Colonial Farm at Piscataway Park
- Hike the nature trails and birdwatch along the wetlands at Moyaone Reserve
- Pick seasonal fresh produce and baked goods at Miller's Farms just up the road
Local favorites
- Miller's Farms · Farm Market & Bakery · 4.6★ (1850)A beloved regional market offering fresh seasonal produce, homemade ice cream, and famous baked donuts.
- Hard Bargain Farm · Environmental Center & Farm · 4.8★ (95)An educational farm sanctuary offering scenic Potomac river views, guided walks, and seasonal community events.
- Crown Crab · Seafood Restaurant · 4.4★ (420)A popular local carryout spot nearby serving Maryland-style steamed crabs, crab cakes, and fried seafood combos.
Scores are safety-driven — recent reported crime and local news plus Census income, poverty, housing, education, household and access data — refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately and do not affect the safety score. A guide, not a guarantee — conditions change street to street.