Is Coles Corner safe?
Clinton, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Coles Corner as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Coles Corner
“Go. Coles Corner in Clinton is a quiet, stable suburban residential community with strong homeownership rates and solid economic indicators. Visitors will find safe residential streets and pleasant neighborhood amenities, though you will need a vehicle to comfortably get around.”
About the area
Coles Corner is an established suburban neighborhood located within Clinton in southern Prince George's County. It features single-family homes on spacious lots, quiet cul-de-sacs, and easy access to regional parks and historical sites.
- Suburban Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Tree-Lined
Walking and biking in Coles Corner
Walk score: 24/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There is no local bike-share program available in Clinton, and dedicated bike lanes are scarce along primary thoroughfares, though neighborhood side streets are manageable for casual cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- High homeownership rate exceeding 80% fostering a stable, community-oriented atmosphere
- Above-average median household income well over $110,000 with low local poverty levels
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to inner-beltway Prince George's County districts
Cons
- Occasional suburban property crime, notably vehicle break-ins and catalytic converter theft
- Heavy car dependency with virtually no walkable retail or dining hubs within the immediate subdivisions
- Significant distance from rapid rail transit corridors
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in the residential areas of Coles Corner, with only occasional panhandling observed near major highway retail intersections along Branch Avenue (MD-5).
What Coles Corner is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and pleasant with school buses and residents commuting by car; very safe for morning walks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential atmosphere with light neighborhood traffic and residents tending to yards.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet suburban environment with minimal pedestrian activity; well-lit driveways provide a safe backdrop.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and low activity, with virtually no foot traffic; remains generally safe though standard suburban caution applies.
Transit, parking and getting around
Transit is provided by Prince George's County TheBus and WMATA Metrobus routes running along Piscataway Road and Branch Avenue. The nearest rapid rail is the Branch Avenue Metro Station on the Green Line, roughly an 8-mile drive north.
Parking is exceptionally easy with ample private driveways, residential street parking with no meters, and free surface lots at all commercial centers.
Things to do in Coles Corner
- Tour the historic Surratt House Museum to learn about 19th-century Prince George's County history
- Explore nature trails, sports fields, and fishing at nearby Louise F. Cosca Regional Park
- Visit the Clearwater Nature Center for live animal exhibits and environmental programs
Local favorites
- Topolino · Italian Restaurant · 4.3★ (1150)Longstanding local favorite serving classic Italian pasta dishes, steak, and pizza in a casual setting.
- Mexico Restaurant · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (820)Vibrant neighborhood spot offering traditional Mexican fare, combination plates, and margaritas.
- Surratt House Museum · Museum · 4.6★ (240)Historic 1852 tavern and home featuring guided historical tours and specialized educational exhibits.
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.