Is Holland Hills safe?
Parkville, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Holland Hills as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Holland Hills
“Go. Holland Hills is a quiet, settled suburban residential neighborhood in Baltimore County where visitors face minimal safety concerns during routine daytime and evening visits. While basic awareness is recommended regarding vehicle break-ins along primary thoroughfares, the residential streets are generally peaceful and secure.”
About the area
Holland Hills is an established mid-century residential community situated in Parkville, just north of the Baltimore City line. Characterized by modest single-family homes, semi-detached houses, and mature trees, the area offers a quiet suburban feel with easy access to shopping corridors along Harford Road and Joppa Road.
- Quiet Suburban
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
- Mid-Century Residential
Walking and biking in Holland Hills
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There is no local bike-share program in the neighborhood; cycling is primarily recreational along local side streets or at nearby Double Rock Park trails.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Substantially lower violent crime rates compared to urban Baltimore neighborhoods just to the south
- Solid rate of stable homeownership with low residential vacancy rates
- Quiet residential side streets with minimal through-traffic
Cons
- Occasional property crimes such as opportunistic vehicle break-ins and theft of packages
- Commercial strips on nearby major avenues see occasional retail-related incidents
- Sparse sidewalk infrastructure and street lighting on some interior residential blocks
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within the residential blocks of Holland Hills, though occasional panhandling may be observed near major commercial shopping plazas along Perring Parkway or Joppa Road.
What Holland Hills is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with neighbors walking dogs, jogging, and commuting to work.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and family-oriented, with school traffic and routine residential activity.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and generally secure; residential streets see low vehicular activity.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic; generally safe, though standard suburban vigilance against vehicle tampering is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
MTA Maryland operates local bus routes, including CityLink Brown and LocalLink 54 along Harford Road, connecting directly into downtown Baltimore. There is no direct rail station within walking distance; the nearest Light Rail and Metro Subway stations require a bus connection or drive.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with generous free curbside street parking on residential blocks and dedicated driveways for most homes.
Things to do in Holland Hills
- Visit Double Rock Park nearby for wooded hiking trails, a playground, and stream crossings
- Shop and browse local retail along the commercial stretch of Harford Road
- Enjoy casual family dining at traditional Maryland crab houses and neighborhood eateries in Parkville
Local favorites
- Conrad's Crabs & Seafood Market · Seafood Restaurant · 4.6★ (1150)Popular local spot serving freshly steamed Maryland blue crabs, crab cakes, and regional seafood fare.
- Pastore's of Rosedale / Parkville · Italian Deli · 4.7★ (820)Longtime local deli and bakery renowned for overstuffed subs, Italian cold cuts, and homemade cannoli.
- Racers Cafe · Bar & Pub · 4.6★ (430)Classic neighborhood tavern featuring an extensive rotating craft beer selection and laid-back ambiance.
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.