Is Kidwells Corner safe?
Bowie, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Kidwells Corner as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Kidwells Corner
“Go. Kidwells Corner is a safe, affluent suburban pocket of Bowie with very low rates of violent crime and a strong community foundation. Visitors will encounter a quiet, welcoming environment where basic safety precautions are sufficient.”
About the area
Kidwells Corner is a pleasant residential and light-commercial area in Bowie, Maryland, known for its well-maintained subdivisions, mature trees, and easy highway access. It primarily serves as a calm bedroom community for professionals working in Washington, D.C., Annapolis, and Baltimore.
- Quiet Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Commuter Haven
Walking and biking in Kidwells Corner
Walk score: 32/100 · Bike score: 38/100
No dedicated bike-share system operates here, but the area offers direct access to the regional WB&A Multi-Use Trail connecting through central Maryland.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are exceptionally low compared to state and national benchmarks
- High median household income exceeding $120,000 with very low regional poverty
- High rate of homeownership and consistently well-maintained residential properties
- Convenient access to major regional commuter corridors and nearby county parks
Cons
- Car-dependent design with limited walkability along arterial roads like MD-197
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins in commercial parking areas
- Sparse evening entertainment and dining directly inside the micro-neighborhood
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Kidwells Corner, with social services and shelters coordinated through county-level facilities in larger regional centers.
What Kidwells Corner is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Calm and peaceful, with residents walking dogs and commuters heading toward MD-197 and US-50.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Low-key and safe, with light neighborhood traffic and typical suburban activity around local plazas.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential atmosphere where street activity winds down early and subdivisions remain safe.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet with minimal vehicle or pedestrian traffic, posing virtually no pedestrian safety concerns.
Transit, parking and getting around
Transit service is provided by Prince George's County TheBus and WMATA buses, with commuter rail access available via the nearby Bowie State MARC Station on the Penn Line.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with unrestricted free street parking in residential areas and ample free surface parking lots at all shopping centers.
Things to do in Kidwells Corner
- Walk, run, or cycle along the nearby scenic paved stretches of the WB&A Multi-Use Trail
- Visit the nearby Huntington Railroad Museum in Old Town Bowie to explore regional rail history
- Enjoy outdoor picnics, sports facilities, and festival events at nearby Allen Pond Park
Local favorites
- Old Bowie Town Grille · American Restaurant · 4.3★ (1250)Laid-back neighborhood tavern serving classic comfort fare, burgers, and craft beers with live music.
- T.J. Elliott's · American & Italian Restaurant · 4.4★ (1100)Longstanding family-friendly restaurant popular for hearty pasta dishes, prime rib, and pizza.
- Rip's Country Inn · American Restaurant · 4.2★ (1400)Historic roadside establishment serving classic seafood platters, steaks, and deli sandwiches.
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.