Is Annapolis Landing safe?
Edgewater, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Annapolis Landing as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Annapolis Landing
“Go. Annapolis Landing is an exceptionally safe, quiet, and affluent residential community situated along the South River in Edgewater. Visitors and residents experience virtually zero street crime and a tranquil suburban setting.”
About the area
Annapolis Landing is a secluded single-family residential development in Edgewater, Maryland, known for its tree-lined cul-de-sacs, well-kept yards, and community water privileges. It provides a peaceful maritime suburban atmosphere just minutes from Annapolis and local waterfront dining.
- Quiet Suburb
- Waterfront-Adjacent
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Annapolis Landing
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no bike-share hubs, but neighborhood streets are safe for casual riding; connecting to regional trails like the South Shore Trail requires navigating higher-speed roads without dedicated bike lanes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Negligible violent and property crime rates supported by an active neighborhood watch and county policing
- High household incomes and strong homeownership rate resulting in meticulously maintained properties
- Peaceful, low-traffic residential streets ideal for quiet walks and family activities
- Close proximity to South River boating access and Annapolis attractions
Cons
- Strictly car-dependent with no direct public transit or commercial amenities within walking distance
- Lacks sidewalks along nearby primary connector roads like Riva Road
- Minimal evening activity or entertainment within the neighborhood boundaries
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not present in Annapolis Landing, as it is a strictly residential enclave; support services and shelters are located several miles away in Annapolis.
What Annapolis Landing is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with neighborhood joggers, dog walkers, and light school/work commute traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and safe with children playing outside and occasional service delivery vehicles.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential as neighbors return home and gather in yards; completely safe for an evening stroll.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and tranquil with minimal vehicle movement and virtually no foot traffic.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is virtually nonexistent within the neighborhood; Anne Arundel County Transit operates limited bus routes along major corridors in Edgewater (such as MD-2), and the nearest MARC rail stations are roughly 20-25 miles away in Odenton or Bowie.
Parking is effortless; homes feature private multi-car driveways and garages, and street parking is free and readily available throughout the subdivision.
Things to do in Annapolis Landing
- Launch a kayak or paddleboard from nearby South River public launches and community slips
- Visit Historic London Town and Gardens nearby to explore colonial history and woodland gardens
- Enjoy fresh Maryland blue crabs with panoramic water views at riverfront crab shacks along Riva Road
Local favorites
- Mike's Restaurant & Crabhouse · Seafood Restaurant · 4.3★ (3600)Iconic riverside crabhouse on the South River offering outdoor dining and classic Maryland steamed blue crabs.
- Old Stein Inn · German Restaurant · 4.5★ (1250)Lively nearby traditional German tavern featuring authentic schnitzels, sausages, and a leafy biergarten.
- Los Portales Mexican Restaurant · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (1100)Popular local eatery serving generous portions of classic Mexican favorites and margaritas in Edgewater.
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.