Is Kilmarock safe?
Takoma Park, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Kilmarock as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Kilmarock
“Go. Kilmarock is a peaceful, tree-lined residential neighborhood in Takoma Park that offers a safe and quiet environment for visitors. Violent crime is rare, though visitors should take normal precautions regarding vehicle break-ins along busier nearby corridors.”
About the area
Kilmarock is an established residential enclave characterized by single-family homes, leafy streets, and immediate access to Sligo Creek Park. Situated within the progressive, community-oriented municipality of Takoma Park, it blends suburban tranquility with proximity to the Washington, D.C. border.
- Quiet / Residential
- Wooded / Green
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Kilmarock
Walk score: 58/100 · Bike score: 67/100
Capital Bikeshare stations are available in surrounding Takoma Park, offering easy connection to the paved multi-use Sligo Creek Trail.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Very low violent crime rate with high community cohesion and civic engagement
- High household median income and predominantly owner-occupied, well-maintained housing stock
- Direct access to Sligo Creek Stream Valley Park trails and green spaces
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as vehicle rummaging
- Limited immediate commercial amenities within the neighborhood boundaries
- Proximity to higher-traffic arterial corridors like New Hampshire Avenue
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within the residential streets of Kilmarock, though occasional individuals may be seen near major bus stops along New Hampshire Avenue.
What Kilmarock is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking dogs, and heading toward Sligo Creek Trail.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with standard suburban residential activity and very low foot traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Pleasant and safe for strolling through the neighborhood as commuters return home.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and quiet; generally safe, though typical suburban awareness is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
Ride On Montgomery County and WMATA Metrobus routes run along nearby major arteries, connecting to the Takoma Metro Station (Red Line) roughly 1.5 miles away.
Street parking throughout Kilmarock's residential streets is generally free, ample, and unrestricted for visitors.
Things to do in Kilmarock
- Walk, jog, or cycle along the scenic Sligo Creek Trail
- Explore the nearby historic Old Town Takoma Park commercial strip and farmers market
- Picnic and birdwatch in the adjacent forested parkland along Sligo Creek
Local favorites
- Takoma Beverage Company · Cafe & Bar · 4.6★ (680)Popular neighborhood spot serving specialty espresso drinks, cocktails, and light bites.
- Roscoe's Neapolitan Pizzeria · Pizza Restaurant · 4.5★ (750)Cozy eatery featuring authentic wood-fired pizzas and craft beer in Old Town.
- Busboys and Poets · American Restaurant & Bookstore · 4.4★ (3100)Lively community gathering place offering diverse cuisine, books, and cultural events.
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.