Is Berry Lane safe?
District Heights, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Berry Lane as “Caution”.
Gogo's take on Berry Lane
“Go with care. Berry Lane is a predominantly quiet, established residential street in District Heights, but surrounding commercial corridors along Marlboro Pike experience above-average property crime and periodic violent incidents. Visitors should remain aware of their surroundings, especially after dark.”
Prince George's County police have maintained targeted patrols around nearby Marlboro Pike and Silver Hill Road corridors to address periodic property crimes and vehicular break-ins.
About the area
Berry Lane is an interior residential corridor in District Heights, Maryland, characterized by modest mid-century single-family homes, mature trees, and cul-de-sacs. The area is largely residential with easy highway access to Washington, D.C. and Joint Base Andrews, but lacks walkable commercial amenities.
- Suburban Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet Neighborhood
- Working-Class
Walking and biking in Berry Lane
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 32/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes on Berry Lane, and Capital Bikeshare docks are not present in the immediate area; nearby multi-use trails are best accessed at Walker Mill Regional Park.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Stable residential street with established single-family homes and high homeownership
- Close proximity to Joint Base Andrews and Washington, D.C. commuter routes
- Lower foot traffic compared to nearby major commercial thoroughfares
- Solid household vehicle ownership ensuring regional access
Cons
- Above-average property crime and vehicle theft rates in the immediate District Heights jurisdiction
- Pockets of elevated violent crime along adjacent major arterials like Marlboro Pike
- Lacks pedestrian infrastructure, sidewalks, and neighborhood retail options within walking distance
- Car-dependent with limited rapid transit proximity
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not prevalent on residential Berry Lane itself, though individuals experiencing homelessness and occasional panhandling may be observed around transit stops and shopping plazas along Marlboro Pike.
What Berry Lane is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents commuting to work and school buses running along local streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and low-traffic throughout the residential blocks, though arterial roads see heavier congestion.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet on the residential streets, but situational awareness is advised when visiting nearby strip malls and gas stations.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and sparsely populated, with higher risks of vehicle tampering and occasional criminal activity nearby.
Transit, parking and getting around
WMATA operates Metrobus routes (including the V12, V14, and P12 lines) along Marlboro Pike and Pennsylvania Avenue, connecting riders to the Suitland and Addison Road Metrorail stations, which are a 7-to-10-minute drive away.
Street parking along Berry Lane is free, plentiful, and unmetered, while most residences feature private driveways.
Things to do in Berry Lane
- Enjoy outdoor sports and walking trails at nearby Walker Mill Regional Park
- Visit the District Heights Municipal Center and community athletic fields
- Shop for local goods and regional fare along the Marlboro Pike commercial district
Local favorites
- Topolino · Italian Restaurant · 4.2★ (1180)Long-running neighborhood staple serving classic pasta, pizza, and Italian-American comfort food.
- Midland Fried Chicken · Fast Food Restaurant · 4.1★ (320)Popular local counter-serve spot known for seasoned wings, mumbo sauce, and fried seafood.
- Penn Mar Shopping Center · Shopping Center · 3.9★ (1450)Convenient retail hub featuring grocery stores, service shops, and everyday dining options.
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.