Is Chapman Farms safe?
Crofton, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Chapman Farms as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Chapman Farms
“Go. Chapman Farms is an exceptionally safe, quiet, and affluent master-planned suburban community in Crofton. Visitors face virtually no violent crime risks, with basic precautions against opportunistic car break-ins being the only real safety consideration.”
About the area
Chapman Farms is a peaceful, picturesque master-planned neighborhood located in Crofton, Maryland, composed of manicured single-family homes, townhouses, and scenic community ponds. It serves primarily as a residential haven for commuters working in nearby Washington D.C., Baltimore, Annapolis, and Fort Meade.
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet Suburban
- Master-Planned
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Chapman Farms
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 32/100
There is no municipal bike-share service, but neighborhood streets and internal paths are safe for leisure biking; the multi-use Washington, Baltimore and Annapolis (WB&A) Trail is accessible a few miles to the northwest.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are near zero and significantly lower than national and state averages
- High socioeconomic stability with median household incomes well over $140,000 and high homeownership rates
- Well-kept neighborhood infrastructure featuring sidewalks, community open spaces, and playgrounds
Cons
- Almost completely car-dependent with zero commercial amenities located inside the subdivision
- Occasional opportunistic theft from unlocked vehicles typical of quiet suburban enclaves
- No direct rapid transit access, requiring a vehicle for almost all errands and transit links
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Chapman Farms. There are no encampments or panhandling in the subdivision, with support services located in larger regional centers like Annapolis and Glen Burnie.
What Chapman Farms is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with commuters departing and residents jogging or walking dogs along well-maintained sidewalks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with light neighborhood traffic and school buses returning in the mid-afternoon.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued suburban atmosphere with residents relaxing in yards and families walking after dinner in complete safety.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Exceptionally quiet and dark with virtually no pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit options are minimal within the neighborhood; Anne Arundel County Transit and MTA Commuter Bus (Routes 210/215) serve nearby major arteries, and the nearest rail connection is the MARC Penn Line at Odenton Station approximately 8 miles north.
Parking is abundant and free, with ample space in private driveways, townhome bays, and unrestricted curbside parking along neighborhood streets.
Things to do in Chapman Farms
- Walk or jog along the neighborhood's paved trail loops and around the central community ponds
- Visit the nearby Bell Branch Athletic Complex for sports fields, walking trails, and dog-friendly recreation
- Play a round of 18 holes at the historic nearby Crofton Country Club
Local favorites
- Killarney House · Irish Pub & Restaurant · 4.6★ (1850)Warm neighborhood fixture serving traditional Irish fare, draft stouts, and live Celtic music just south of the neighborhood.
- Allison's Restaurant · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (780)Longstanding local favorite known for hearty breakfasts, comfort food classics, and friendly service.
- Nautilus Diner · Diner · 4.2★ (2300)Classic retro-style diner on Route 3 offering an expansive 24/7-style menu from crab cakes to late-night desserts.
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.