Is Chriswood Manor safe?
Clarksville, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Chriswood Manor as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Chriswood Manor
“Go. Chriswood Manor is an exceptionally safe, affluent residential enclave in Howard County characterized by spacious single-family properties, quiet cul-de-sacs, and practically negligible violent crime. Visitors will find a tranquil, low-stress suburban environment with zero notable safety concerns, provided they have a personal vehicle to get around.”
About the area
Chriswood Manor is an established, picturesque suburban neighborhood located in Clarksville, Maryland, known for its large lots, mature tree canopy, and well-maintained custom homes. It sits just minutes from upscale shopping centers, local dining, and top-tier public parks in western Howard County.
- Affluent Suburb
- Family-Friendly
- Peaceful & Quiet
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Chriswood Manor
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There is no dedicated bike-share program in the immediate area. Cyclists can use the neighborhood roads for recreation, but connecting to regional paved trail systems like the Columbia Association pathway network requires riding along busier arterial roads without dedicated bike lanes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Virtually non-existent violent crime rates and minimal property crime compared to national and state averages
- High median household income exceeding $200,000 with nearly 100% homeownership and virtually zero housing vacancy
- Extremely peaceful, low-traffic residential streets safe for daytime and nighttime walking
- Proximity to premier Howard County parks, equestrian farms, and local specialty markets
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with virtually no walkable retail or dining inside the neighborhood
- Narrow suburban roads lack continuous sidewalks and street lighting throughout residential stretches
- No direct public transit service within easy walking distance
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in Chriswood Manor and the surrounding Clarksville area. There are no encampments, panhandling, or emergency shelters located in the immediate vicinity.
What Chriswood Manor is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking dogs, and commuting along quiet tree-lined lanes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and secure with minimal vehicle traffic outside of delivery vans and school buses.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential as families return home; perfectly safe for evening strolls although streetlights are sparse.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Dark, silent, and virtually devoid of street activity, maintaining high safety levels with low risk of incident.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is managed by the Regional Transportation Agency of Central Maryland (RTA), but Chriswood Manor has no direct bus routes within walking distance. The nearest rail option is the Camden Line MARC Train at Dorsey or Muirkirk stations roughly 15 miles away, requiring personal vehicle travel.
Parking is completely effortless and free, with ample space on private multi-car driveways and unrestricted on-street parking throughout the subdivision.
Things to do in Chriswood Manor
- Explore the walking trails, lake, and athletic facilities at nearby Triadelphia Reservoir or Schooley Mill Park
- Shop for fresh local produce, baked goods, and prepared foods at the nearby River Hill Garden Center or Clark's Elioak Farm
- Dine and browse specialty retail at the nearby Clarksville Commons environmental-forward shopping center
Local favorites
- The Food Market - Columbia · American Restaurant · 4.6★ (1150)Acclaimed dining spot nearby serving inventive, comfort-driven American fare in a sleek setting.
- Clark's Elioak Farm · Agritourism & Petting Farm · 4.7★ (1820)Beloved local farm featuring a petting zoo, hayrides, and salvaged pieces from historic Enchanted Forest.
- Great Sage · Vegan Restaurant · 4.6★ (890)Popular organic, plant-based eatery in adjacent Clarksville offering creative globally inspired dishes.
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.