Is Glendie safe?
Stafford, Virginia · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Glendie as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Glendie
“Go. Glendie is a peaceful, low-crime residential pocket in Stafford County that is exceptionally safe for visitors. The area is thoroughly suburban and car-dependent, meaning you will need a vehicle to get around, but personal safety risks are minimal.”
About the area
Glendie is a quiet, tree-lined residential community in Stafford County characterized by single-family homes, low traffic, and wooded lots. Visitors typically pass through while exploring nearby Potomac River recreation spots or regional historical landmarks.
- Suburban / Wooded
- Quiet Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Glendie
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 22/100
There are no bike-share programs in the immediate area, and cycling is largely confined to narrow roadway shoulders due to the absence of dedicated bike lanes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to national benchmarks
- Affluent area with high median household incomes well exceeding $115,000 and low poverty rates
- High rate of well-maintained owner-occupied single-family homes
- Calm, low-density neighborhood atmosphere with minimal through-traffic
Cons
- Virtually no commercial amenities or dining within immediate walking distance
- Limited street lighting on residential and secondary roads at night
- Lack of sidewalks and dedicated pedestrian infrastructure along main arterial roads
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in this residential neighborhood, with occasional individuals and support services located primarily along commercial stretches of Route 1 in Fredericksburg.
What Glendie is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and safe, characterized by quiet residential roads and morning commuters leaving for work.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Pleasant and tranquil with school buses, delivery vehicles, and residents walking dogs.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential winding down with minimal road traffic and a very secure neighborhood feel.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Pitch dark and quiet due to limited street illumination, but violent crime is virtually nonexistent.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by Fredericksburg Regional Transit (FRED), which runs limited bus routes along major corridors like Route 1. The nearest rail options are the Virginia Railway Express (VRE) Brooke or Leeland Road commuter stations, both located a short drive away.
Parking is completely hassle-free with ample private driveways and unrestricted, free curbside parking along residential streets.
Things to do in Glendie
- Explore the scenic nature trails and historic sandstone quarry at Government Island
- Visit the historic earthworks and interpretive trails at Stafford Civil War Park
- Enjoy water recreation, fishing, and picnic areas at nearby Aquia Landing Park
Local favorites
- The Log Cabin Restaurant · Seafood & Steakhouse · 4.5★ (1150)Rustic, long-standing destination serving classic steaks, prime rib, and fresh seafood.
- Barley Naked Brewing Company · Brewery · 4.8★ (260)Local microbrewery featuring a rotating selection of craft ales, lagers, and community events.
- Vinny's Italian Grill · Italian Restaurant · 4.4★ (980)Casual, family-owned eatery serving New York-style pizza, pasta dishes, and subs.
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.