Is Coventry safe?
Gaithersburg, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Coventry as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Coventry
“Go. Coventry is a tranquil, well-kept residential subdivision in Gaithersburg that is exceptionally safe for visitors and residents alike. Violent crime is rare, and standard suburban precautions like locking vehicle doors are sufficient for a trouble-free visit.”
About the area
Coventry is a quiet, tree-lined residential community composed largely of townhomes and single-family houses in Gaithersburg, Maryland. While primarily a bedroom community without bustling commercial strips within its borders, it offers immediate proximity to Montgomery County's extensive parks, shopping centers, and biotech corridors.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet / Residential
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Coventry
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 48/100
The neighborhood features local sidewalks and side streets, with connections to the nearby Magruder Branch Trail and Rock Creek Regional Park trail systems, though dedicated protected bike lanes within the community are limited.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rate compared to national and state averages
- High household median incomes and strong residential stability supported by Montgomery County's job market
- Well-maintained neighborhood streets with low traffic flow and ample greenery
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as theft from unlocked vehicles
- Strictly residential layout requiring driving for nearly all dining, retail, and entertainment
- Limited direct pedestrian access to rapid transit without taking a connector bus
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually nonexistent within the Coventry subdivision. Any transient presence in the broader area tends to be limited to major commercial nodes along MD-355 or transit hubs several miles away.
What Coventry is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, joggers, and commuters heading out with zero safety concerns.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and safe with occasional service vehicles and residents returning from school or work.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential with families walking through the neighborhood under well-placed street lighting.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and dark; pedestrian traffic is virtually nonexistent, though the area remains secure.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by Montgomery County Ride On buses (such as Routes 58 and 60), which connect riders to the Shady Grove Metro Station (Red Line) and the Gaithersburg MARC commuter rail station roughly 10-15 minutes away by vehicle.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with designated townhome spaces, driveways, and free on-street parking along residential roads without meters or paid decks.
Things to do in Coventry
- Walk or jog along the paved neighborhood paths connecting to nearby Strawberry Knoll Park
- Explore the walking trails, lake, and recreational facilities at nearby Bohrer Park
- Sample diverse international cuisines in nearby Olde Towne Gaithersburg and along the MD-355 corridor
Local favorites
- Taco Bar El Guero · Mexican Restaurant · 4.6★ (1650)Beloved local counter-service eatery located inside a nearby gas station serving authentic tacos, tortas, and salsas.
- Dogfish Head Alehouse · Brewpub / American · 4.5★ (2350)Spacious casual tavern offering off-centered craft ales, wood-grilled pub fare, and live events.
- Hershey's Restaurant · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (780)Long-running neighborhood staple serving classic comfort food, steaks, and seafood in a historic building.
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.