Is Conte Manor safe?
Deale, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Conte Manor as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Conte Manor
“Go. Conte Manor is a tranquil, residential waterfront community in Deale with negligible violent crime and a relaxed maritime atmosphere. Visitors coming for boating, seafood, or quiet coastal scenery will find it exceptionally safe, though you will definitely need a personal vehicle to get around.”
About the area
Conte Manor is a small residential enclave in Deale, Maryland, situated along the waterways connecting to Rockhold Creek and Herring Bay. It is characterized by single-family homes, private docks, and a slow-paced, boat-centric lifestyle. The neighborhood appeals mostly to recreational boaters, anglers, and visitors seeking Anne Arundel County's relaxed bayside dining.
- Waterfront Community
- Quiet / Residential
- Boating Hub
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Conte Manor
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no bike-share programs or dedicated bike paths in the immediate area; cycling is done on narrow, shoulderless two-lane rural roads, though the South County trail networks are a short drive north.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to county and state averages
- High rate of homeownership and well-maintained waterfront properties
- Affluent, stable community with high median household incomes and minimal poverty
- Close proximity to vibrant marinas, charter fishing, and dockside seafood restaurants
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with virtually no pedestrian infrastructure or sidewalks
- Vulnerable to low-lying coastal flooding and tropical storm surge
- Limited street lighting along residential roads at night
- Far distance from major medical centers and rapid-response emergency hubs
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Conte Manor or the broader Deale community, with no encampments or panhandling observed.
What Conte Manor is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and quiet with views of watermen heading out and residents walking dogs along residential lanes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe with mild recreational boat traffic and light neighborhood vehicle movements.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Relaxed and cozy as nearby dockside restaurants fill up, remaining very safe for strolls despite dim lighting.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and silent with virtually no foot traffic; while safely free of street crime, reflective gear is necessary if walking near roadways.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is virtually nonexistent in this area; Anne Arundel County Transit does not provide fixed-route bus service directly to Conte Manor, and the nearest commuter rail or Metro stations (such as New Carrollton or Annapolis commuter lots) are a 35 to 45-minute drive away.
Free residential driveway and private street parking are standard throughout Conte Manor, while nearby commercial marinas and waterfront restaurants offer ample free on-site surface parking lots.
Things to do in Conte Manor
- Dine waterfront on fresh Maryland blue crabs and seafood along Rockhold Creek
- Charter a Chesapeake Bay fishing excursion from one of the adjacent marinas
- Kayak or paddleboard through the sheltered inlets of Herring Bay
Local favorites
- Dockmans Local Market · Gourmet Grocery & Deli · 4.7★ (112)A convenient local market offering fresh sandwiches, local produce, baked goods, and specialty provisions.
- Skipper's Pier Restaurant & Dock Bar · Seafood Restaurant · 4.3★ (1850)Iconic dockside dining spot featuring panoramic water views, steamed crabs, and live weekend music.
- Happy Harbor Restaurant · American / Seafood · 4.4★ (1420)Laid-back, historic waterfront staple popular with local watermen for hearty breakfasts, seafood, and cold beers.
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.