Is Edgewood Hill safe?
Hagerstown, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Edgewood Hill as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Edgewood Hill
“Go. Edgewood Hill is a stable, quiet residential community on the southeastern edge of Hagerstown with minimal violent crime. Visitors can expect a calm suburban atmosphere, though standard vehicle safety precautions remain sensible as in any suburban perimeter.”
About the area
Edgewood Hill is an established, predominantly residential neighborhood characterized by mid-century single-family homes, modest yards, and tranquil streets. Located just off primary routes like US-40 and close to I-70, it offers suburban quiet while keeping regional attractions and shopping within easy driving reach.
- Quiet Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Suburban
- Tree-Lined
Walking and biking in Edgewood Hill
Walk score: 32/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There is no municipal bike-share system, but neighborhood side streets are wide and low-traffic enough for casual cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates than Hagerstown's downtown urban core.
- High rates of owner-occupied housing that maintain neighborhood stability.
- Quick vehicular access to US-40 (Dual Highway) commercial amenities and regional highway connectors.
Cons
- Periodic opportunistic property crimes, such as unlocked vehicle break-ins.
- Lacks commercial venues within the neighborhood, requiring driving for all essentials.
- Sparse sidewalk infrastructure and dim street lighting along some interior residential blocks.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within Edgewood Hill; unhoused populations and social service centers are concentrated in central Hagerstown.
What Edgewood Hill is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with light local traffic and occasional dog walkers out along the streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet with minimal activity beyond standard residential deliveries.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and family-oriented, feeling very secure for an evening neighborhood walk.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet with low vehicle activity, though limited lighting warrants normal awareness.
Transit, parking and getting around
Washington County Transit (County Commuter) operates regional bus lines including Route 111 along the nearby Dual Highway corridor, but interior residential blocks have no direct transit service.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with ample free curbside space on all residential streets and private driveways for almost every residence.
Things to do in Edgewood Hill
- Take a quiet walk or jog along the tree-shaded residential loops and cul-de-sacs.
- Visit the adjacent historic town of Funkstown for antique shopping and walks along Antietam Creek.
- Drive a short distance to Hagerstown City Park to visit the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts and municipal lakes.
Local favorites
- Rik's Cafe · American Restaurant · 4.6★ (1250)Upscale-casual eatery serving gourmet sandwiches, fresh seafood, and craft cocktails.
- Rooster Moon Coffeehouse · Coffee Shop · 4.7★ (680)Cozy independent cafe offering specialty roasted espresso drinks, baked goods, and light lunches.
- Krumpe's Do-Nuts · Bakery · 4.8★ (1950)Historic, alley-located bakery famous for hot late-night glazed donuts made fresh daily.
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.