Is Cashell Manor safe?
Olney, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Cashell Manor as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Cashell Manor
“Go. Cashell Manor is an exceptionally safe, quiet residential subdivision in Montgomery County's affluent Olney area. Violent crime is rare, and the neighborhood is well-suited for families, peaceful walks, and suburban visits.”
About the area
Cashell Manor is an established, tree-lined suburban community of single-family homes and townhomes situated in Olney, Maryland. It offers manicured lawns, cul-de-sacs, and easy access to local parks and Olney's central commercial strip. Visitors will find a tranquil, low-traffic environment primarily occupied by long-term homeowners.
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet Suburb
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Cashell Manor
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 42/100
While dedicated bike lanes on major roads are limited, the neighborhood connects easily via quiet side streets to the multi-use paved trails inside Olney Manor Recreational Park; dock-based bike-share is not available in the immediate vicinity.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are exceptionally low and well below county and national averages.
- Strong economic stability with high median household incomes and negligible poverty rates.
- Well-maintained properties with high homeownership rates and active neighborhood pride.
- Close proximity to extensive county parks, trails, and community amenities.
Cons
- Isolated residential layout requiring a car for almost all dining, shopping, and entertainment.
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked vehicle rummaging.
- Lack of immediate nightlife or public social gathering spaces within the subdivision itself.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Cashell Manor or the surrounding residential sections of Olney, with county support services centered in larger hubs like Silver Spring and Rockville.
What Cashell Manor is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with neighborhood joggers, dog walkers, and school commuters.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with minimal vehicle traffic along residential cul-de-sacs.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued suburban atmosphere with residents relaxing in yards and taking evening strolls.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and quiet; streets remain exceptionally safe though standard suburban caution applies.
Transit, parking and getting around
Montgomery County Ride On bus route 53 provides local service along nearby arterial roads connecting to the Glenmont and Shady Grove Metrorail stations, which are roughly 15 to 20 minutes away by bus or car.
Ample free residential street and driveway parking is available throughout the neighborhood with no meters or permit requirements.
Things to do in Cashell Manor
- Play sports, use the skate park, or walk the trails at the adjacent Olney Manor Recreational Park.
- Catch a professional stage production at the nearby renowned Olney Theatre Center.
- Walk or jog along the quiet residential loops and connecting paved neighborhood paths.
Local favorites
- GrillMarx Steakhouse & Raw Bar · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (1280)Upscale neighborhood staple serving steaks, fresh seafood, and handcrafted cocktails.
- Roots Market · Organic Grocery Store · 4.6★ (940)Popular local natural foods market featuring organic produce, bulk foods, and gourmet deli items.
- Brew Belly Kitchen & Sudhaus · Gastropub · 4.6★ (610)Lively local spot known for authentic cheesesteaks, craft beer drafts, and artisanal poutines.
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.