Is Hermitage Park safe?
Aspen Hill, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Hermitage Park as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Hermitage Park
“Go. Hermitage Park is a quiet, well-established suburban neighborhood in Montgomery County characterized by low violent crime and stable residential streets. While it offers few dedicated tourist attractions, it provides a safe, welcoming base for exploring the greater DC and Maryland suburbs.”
About the area
Hermitage Park is a tree-lined residential enclave within Aspen Hill, Maryland, composed primarily of single-family homes and townhouses. The area borders scenic regional parkland while sitting just minutes from bustling commercial corridors along Georgia Avenue and Connecticut Avenue.
- Suburban / Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Quiet
Walking and biking in Hermitage Park
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 44/100
Cyclists have convenient access to the off-street paved Matthew Henson Trail, which connects westward to the broader Rock Creek Park trail network, though dedicated on-street bike lanes on major roads are limited.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Substantially lower violent crime rates compared to national and regional metro averages.
- Strong economic stability supported by median household incomes exceeding $100,000 in the Aspen Hill area.
- Direct proximity to extensive Montgomery County greenways, including the Matthew Henson Trail.
- High rates of homeownership and well-maintained residential properties.
Cons
- Car-dependent layout with limited neighborhood commercial options within walking distance.
- Occasional suburban property crimes, such as vehicle break-ins and package thefts, along perimeter streets.
- Sparse sidewalk coverage and dimmer street lighting on some residential side roads.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within Hermitage Park's residential core, though occasional panhandling occurs near major commercial intersections along Georgia Avenue.
What Hermitage Park is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and safe, with residents walking dogs, jogging, and heading out on suburban commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Pleasant and quiet with light neighborhood traffic and children playing in yards after school.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential atmosphere, comfortable for evening strolls although streetlights can be dim on interior cul-de-sacs.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely peaceful with virtually no foot traffic, presenting minimal safety risks beyond basic situational awareness.
Transit, parking and getting around
Montgomery County Ride On buses (such as Routes 26, 34, and 41) serve perimeter roads, providing connections to the Glenmont Metro Station (Red Line) roughly 2.5 miles south.
Parking is abundant and free, with wide residential streets, private driveways, and no meters or permit restrictions.
Things to do in Hermitage Park
- Walk, run, or bike along the paved paths of the Matthew Henson Trail.
- Play tennis, pickleball, or relax at the nearby Aspen Hill Local Park.
- Sample diverse international cuisines along the surrounding Connecticut Avenue corridor.
Local favorites
- Sole D'Italia Restaurant · Italian Restaurant · 4.3★ (1150)Long-standing neighborhood staple serving classic Italian pasta, pizzas, and hearty entrees in a casual setting.
- Full Key Restaurant · Chinese Restaurant · 4.3★ (820)Popular nearby spot known for authentic Hong Kong-style barbecue, noodle soups, and Cantonese specialties.
- Kobe Japanese Steak House · Japanese / Teppanyaki · 4.2★ (710)Lively family-friendly teppanyaki grill and sushi restaurant located just south of the neighborhood.
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.