Is Freetown safe?
Pasadena, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Freetown as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Freetown
“Go. Freetown is a quiet, historically grounded residential community in Anne Arundel County that is generally safe and peaceful. While it is strictly suburban with limited commercial activity inside neighborhood bounds, violent crime is low and standard suburban awareness is sufficient.”
About the area
Freetown is a historic African American enclave founded in the 19th century, located in the northern sector of Pasadena near Glen Burnie. Today, it consists mostly of established single-family homes, leafy residential streets, and strong community ties, serving primarily as a peaceful bedroom community.
- Quiet Residential
- Historic Enclave
- Car-Dependent
- Suburban
Walking and biking in Freetown
Walk score: 22/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no public bike-share stations or dedicated bike lanes in Freetown, but recreational cycling is popular nearby on the Baltimore & Annapolis (B&A) Trail a short drive away.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low violent crime rates consistent with suburban Anne Arundel County averages
- High rates of established homeownership providing neighborhood stability
- Tranquil, low-density atmosphere with virtually no through-traffic congestion
Cons
- Severe car dependency with very few commercial amenities within walking distance
- Sparse street lighting along some secondary residential streets after dark
- Occasional isolated property crimes such as vehicle break-ins along the broader suburban corridor
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Freetown; related social services and occasional unhoused individuals are concentrated further north in the commercial areas of Glen Burnie.
What Freetown is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and quiet, with minimal street activity outside of morning commuters and school buses.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Safe and calm, with occasional neighbors walking dogs or tending to residential yards.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential winding down with virtually no foot traffic and a secure overall feel.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and low-traffic; while violent crime is rare, low visibility means standard personal awareness is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit options are extremely limited in Freetown, operated primarily by the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) along peripheral arterial roads, making personal vehicle use necessary.
Parking is completely free and easy to find, with abundant residential driveway space and unrestricted curb parking on most streets.
Things to do in Freetown
- Spend time outdoors at Freetown Park enjoying the playground and recreational green space
- Take a short drive to Fort Smallwood Park to explore historic coastal fortifications and walking trails
- Visit nearby Downs Park for picturesque Chesapeake Bay views, fishing piers, and waterfront paths
Local favorites
- Two Rivers Steak & Fish House · American Restaurant · 4.3★ (2250)A popular nearby dining destination known for steaks, fresh local seafood, and a lively bar.
- Mutiny Pirate Bar & Island Grille · Seafood & Grill · 4.4★ (1820)A casual nautical-themed eatery serving crab cakes, seafood platters, and specialty rum drinks.
- Fifer's Seafood · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (1280)Longstanding local staple serving traditional Maryland steamed blue crabs and comfort fare.
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.