Is Hungerford Towne safe?
Rockville, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Hungerford Towne as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Hungerford Towne
“Go. Hungerford Towne is an established, peaceful suburban residential enclave just south of Rockville Town Square with low crime and excellent civic amenities. Visitors will find safe, tree-lined streets and well-maintained single-family homes and townhouses.”
About the area
Hungerford Towne is a leafy mid-century neighborhood in Rockville situated just west of MD-355 (Hungerford Drive). It offers quick access to Montgomery College, regional parks, and the bustling dining and retail options of downtown Rockville.
- Suburban Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Commuter Hub
Walking and biking in Hungerford Towne
Walk score: 58/100 · Bike score: 62/100
Capital Bikeshare stations are available along Rockville Pike and at the Metro station, with connections to the Millennium Trail multi-use loop.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and serious property crime rates compared to national averages
- High median household incomes and stable rates of long-term homeownership
- Proximity to Rockville Metro station and major commuter corridors like MD-355 and I-270
- Well-maintained municipal parks and neighborhood playground facilities
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic car break-ins and package thefts typical of dense suburban corridors
- Heavy commuter traffic congestion along bordering MD-355 during rush hours
- Limited commercial activity directly within the residential core, requiring short trips to nearby plazas
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically absent within the interior residential streets, though occasional unhoused individuals may be seen near transit stops along MD-355.
What Hungerford Towne is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, joggers, and school/work commuters navigating quiet residential roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very calm with low foot traffic, open street space, and occasional service vehicles.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Residents return from work; streets remain safe for evening walks under standard residential lighting.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and dark with almost no pedestrian activity, maintaining a safe and low-incident environment.
Transit, parking and getting around
Montgomery County Ride On buses (such as Routes 46 and 55) run frequently along MD-355, connecting directly to the Rockville Metrorail and MARC station roughly 1 mile to the north.
Street parking is generally free and easy to find on residential streets, while nearby retail centers offer ample free surface lots.
Things to do in Hungerford Towne
- Stroll or picnic at the quiet neighborhood green space of Hungerford Park
- Catch a theater performance or art exhibition at the nearby Montgomery College Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center
- Walk a short distance north to explore the shops, seasonal events, and dining in Rockville Town Square
Local favorites
- Hard Times Cafe · American Restaurant · 4.2★ (1150)Long-running casual spot famous for regional chili styles, wings, and craft beers on tap.
- La Limena Grill · Peruvian & Cuban Restaurant · 4.6★ (1820)Acclaimed local restaurant serving authentic Peruvian ceviches, lomo saltado, and Cuban specialties.
- El Mariachi Restaurant · Mexican Restaurant · 4.3★ (740)Neighborhood standby offering traditional Mexican entrees, fajitas, and margaritas with patio seating.
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.