Is Gordons Corner safe?
Temple Hills, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Gordons Corner as “Caution”.
Gogo's take on Gordons Corner
“Go with care. Gordons Corner is primarily an established suburban residential enclave, but adjacent commercial strips along Branch Avenue experience elevated property crime and occasional violent incidents. Visitors should remain alert in retail parking lots and stick to well-traveled routes after dark.”
Prince George's County law enforcement continues targeted patrols along nearby Branch Avenue and St. Barnabas Road corridors to combat regional vehicle thefts and carjackings.
About the area
Gordons Corner is a commuter-oriented suburban neighborhood in Temple Hills, Maryland, characterized by mid-century single-family houses, apartment complexes, and strip retail centers. Positioned near Branch Avenue and the Capital Beltway, it primarily serves working families and commuters heading into Washington, D.C. or Joint Base Andrews.
- Suburban
- Car-Dependent
- Commuter-Focused
- Quiet Residential
Walking and biking in Gordons Corner
Walk score: 34/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There is no local bike-share program and on-street cycling infrastructure is minimal, though the Henson Creek Trail is accessible a short ride south for recreational biking.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Stable residential pockets with a strong base of long-term homeowners and government/service workers
- Convenient driving access to the Capital Beltway (I-495/I-95) and downtown Washington, D.C.
- Relatively affordable dining and retail essentials readily available in neighboring plazas
- Generally quiet interior residential streets with low daytime foot traffic
Cons
- Property crime, vehicle break-ins, and auto thefts occur at rates above the national average
- Commercial strip corridors nearby experience sporadic violent crime and late-night disturbances
- Car-dependent layout with discontinuous sidewalks and few pedestrian safety amenities
- Limited neighborhood-specific parks and cultural attractions within immediate walking distance
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the residential streets, though occasional panhandling and unhoused individuals can be seen near retail plazas and major intersections along Branch Avenue.
What Gordons Corner is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Mornings are calm and quiet as residents commute to work via car and local bus stops.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Afternoons see steady vehicle traffic on arterial roads and moderate activity around shopping centers, feeling generally safe.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Residential blocks remain mostly peaceful at dusk, but caution is advisable around poorly lit commercial plazas and gas stations.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Late nights carry an increased risk of property crime and opportunistic offenses; walking after midnight is not recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
WMATA Metrobus (routes such as the H12) and Prince George's County 'TheBus' provide local surface transit, connecting riders to the Branch Avenue Metrorail Green Line station located approximately 2 miles north.
Parking is abundant and free, with ample residential driveways, open street parking on residential blocks, and large surface lots at all commercial plazas.
Things to do in Gordons Corner
- Explore the paved multi-use paths and scenic nature along the nearby Henson Creek Trail
- Spend a family afternoon bowling at the nearby AMF Marlow Heights Lanes
- Sample local Maryland-style crab dishes and casual takeout along the St. Barnabas Road corridor
Local favorites
- Topolino Restaurant · Italian Restaurant · 4.2★ (1250)A long-standing local staple serving classic Italian pasta, pizzas, and hearty entrees in a casual setting.
- Silvestre Chicken · Peruvian Restaurant · 4.4★ (820)Popular neighborhood counter-serve spot known for charcoal-broiled Peruvian rotisserie chicken and traditional sides.
- Three Brothers Italian Restaurant · Pizza & Subs · 4.1★ (640)Straightforward strip-mall eatery offering New York-style pizzas, calzones, and hot 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.