Is Ducat Town safe?
Landover, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Ducat Town as “Caution”.
Gogo's take on Ducat Town
“Go with care. Ducat Town is a primarily quiet, working-class residential enclave in Landover, but nearby arterial corridors experience elevated property and opportunistic violent crime rates compared to state averages. Visitors passing through or visiting residents will generally find daytime hours peaceful, though standard urban-suburban precautions are advised after dark.”
Local news coverage periodically focuses on Prince George's County initiatives addressing vehicle thefts and localized commercial corridor robberies along MD-202.
About the area
Ducat Town is a mature suburban residential neighborhood located in Landover, Prince George's County, Maryland. Characterized by modest mid-century single-family homes, quiet local streets, and close proximity to major regional roadways like Route 202, it serves mainly as a residential bedroom community just outside Washington, D.C.
- Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Suburban Quiet
Walking and biking in Ducat Town
Walk score: 44/100 · Bike score: 38/100
Capital Bikeshare stations are sparse directly inside the neighborhood, and dedicated bike lanes are limited, though connections exist toward regional park trails like the Anacostia River Trail network a few miles west.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Established, owner-occupied residential streets with minimal through-traffic
- Moderate household incomes supporting stable residential blocks
- Close proximity to regional transit hubs including the Landover and New Carrollton Metro stations
Cons
- Property crime and vehicle theft rates exceed national averages along commercial edges
- Limited walkability with essential services concentrated along busy arterial roads
- Pockets of higher crime and commercial strip blight nearby along Landover Road
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not prominent on the residential streets of Ducat Town, though occasional individuals experiencing homelessness or seeking assistance can be observed around major bus transit stops and strip mall intersections on Landover Road.
What Ducat Town is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and calm as residents commute to work, with low pedestrian activity on residential side streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Generally quiet residential atmosphere, though commercial plazas along perimeter roads pick up foot traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Streets become darker and quieter; residential areas remain tranquil while main commercial avenues warrant heightened vigilance.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic; it is advisable to avoid walking along commercial strips or unlit side roads late at night.
Transit, parking and getting around
The area is served by WMATA Metrobus routes (such as the A12 and F14) and TheBus (Prince George's County routes 22 and 27); the nearest rail station is the Landover Metro Station (Orange Line), about a 5-minute drive or moderate bus ride away.
Residential street parking is readily available and generally unmetered, while local shopping centers offer ample free surface parking.
Things to do in Ducat Town
- Walk or exercise around the nearby Kentland Community Center park and sports fields
- Catch an NFL game or concert at Northwest Stadium (formerly FedExField), located just a short drive south
- Explore recreational trails and green spaces at nearby Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex
Local favorites
- Mid Atlantic Seafood · Seafood Restaurant · 4.1★ (2350)Popular cafeteria-style local institution serving generous portions of fried fish, crab legs, and homestyle sides.
- Pollo Campero · Latin American Fast Food · 4.2★ (1150)Busy fast-casual spot known for seasoned Central American fried chicken and savory sides.
- Copper Canyon Grill · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (2800)Upscale casual dining located nearby in Woodmore featuring wood-fired rotisserie chicken and ribs.
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.