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Is Edgewood safe?

Baltimore, Maryland · safety score updated nightly

71out of 100

Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.

VibeLoco rates Edgewood as “Go, stay aware”.

Gogo's take on Edgewood

“Go with care. While Edgewood offers quiet residential pockets and scenic Chesapeake Bay tributaries, visitors should remain aware of their surroundings along commercial corridors like Route 40 and denser rental complexes where property crime and occasional violent incidents occur.”

Harford County Sheriff's Office periodically conducts targeted community patrols along the Route 40 and Hanson Road corridors to curb isolated firearms and narcotics activity.

About the area

Edgewood is a suburban, semi-rural community in Harford County located northeast of Baltimore along the Bush River and Aberdeen Proving Ground. It features a blend of established subdivisions, military personnel housing, and light commercial strips along the US-40 corridor.

  • Suburban
  • Car-Dependent
  • Waterfront Access
  • Commuter Friendly

Walking and biking in Edgewood

Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 42/100

Dedicated bike infrastructure is limited; cycling is mostly confined to residential side streets and recreational multi-use paths in nearby county parks rather than continuous on-street bike lanes.

Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice

Pros

  • Suburban residential neighborhoods feature stable homeownership and low violent crime rates.
  • Convenient regional transit via the MARC Penn Line commuter train directly to Baltimore and DC.
  • Easy access to scenic outdoor recreation along the Bush River and Otter Point Creek.

Cons

  • Pockets around commercial corridors and large rental communities report elevated property and theft offenses.
  • Suburban, car-centric layout with poor pedestrian infrastructure along primary thoroughfares.
  • Limited variety in dining, culture, and nightlife compared to urban core neighborhoods.

Homelessness: Visible homelessness is relatively low compared to Baltimore City, though occasional panhandling and individuals seeking shelter occur along the US Route 40 commercial corridor and near transit stops.

What Edgewood is like at each time of day

Morning · 5a – 11a
Peaceful and busy with commuters heading to APG or boarding the MARC train; walking through residential neighborhoods is completely safe.
Afternoon · 11a – 5p
Calm and family-oriented around parks and schools, though traffic builds up steadily along Route 40 and MD-24.
Evening · 5p – 10p
Quiet in residential enclaves, with moderate strip-mall activity; standard suburban precautions apply in shopping center parking lots.
Late night · 10p – 5a
Streets are largely empty and poorly lit off main roads; isolated incidents cluster around late-night gas stations and motel strips.

Transit, parking and getting around

The neighborhood is served by Harford Transit LINK buses and the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) MARC Penn Line via Edgewood Station, providing direct rail connections between Perryville, Baltimore Penn Station, and Washington Union Station.

Parking is abundant and almost entirely free throughout the area, including large surface lots at shopping centers and a commuter lot at the MARC station.

Things to do in Edgewood

  • Explore the tidal wetlands and walking trails at the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center along Otter Point Creek.
  • Launch a kayak or enjoy waterfront picnics at Flying Point Park on the Bush River.
  • Catch the MARC train from Edgewood Station for a quick day trip into downtown Baltimore or Washington, D.C.

Local favorites

  • Bushmill Tavern · American Restaurant & Pub · 4.4★ (1150)
    A popular local spot serving classic crab cakes, burgers, and craft beers with casual tavern vibes.
  • Richards Fish Market · Seafood Market & Takeout · 4.5★ (320)
    Longstanding local seafood purveyor offering steamed Maryland blue crabs, fried fish, and shrimp platters.
  • Maria's Pizza · Pizza & Italian · 4.3★ (460)
    Casual neighborhood staple serving traditional New York-style pies, subs, and Italian comfort food.

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.