Is Kings Square safe?
Germantown, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Kings Square as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Kings Square
“Go. Kings Square is a safe and tranquil suburban residential pocket in Germantown, backed by the low violent crime rates and strong public services of Montgomery County. Normal suburban situational awareness regarding vehicle break-ins is all that is typically needed.”
About the area
Kings Square is a planned suburban residential enclave in Germantown featuring a mix of townhomes, garden apartments, and single-family residences surrounded by mature greenery. Visitors typically come for its quiet residential streets, family-oriented neighborhood parks, and close proximity to Montgomery County's extensive recreational facilities.
- Quiet Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Kings Square
Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 54/100
Capital Bikeshare stations are available nearby in the Germantown Town Center, and the neighborhood links directly to local paved multi-use paths that connect into the Black Hill Regional Park trail network.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than both national and regional metro averages.
- Strong socioeconomic profile with high household median incomes and very low poverty rates.
- Well-maintained suburban housing stock with active community associations and reliable municipal services.
- Excellent access to regional parks, sports complexes, and healthcare infrastructure.
Cons
- Occasional isolated property offenses such as unlocked vehicle break-ins and package theft.
- Largely residential with few commercial dining or entertainment options directly within the subdivision.
- Heavily reliant on personal vehicles for standard daily errands and regional commuting.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically nonexistent within the residential core of Kings Square, with only occasional individuals observed near major transit hubs or commercial strip centers along Germantown Road.
What Kings Square is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, joggers, and school/work commuters navigating neighborhood roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with standard suburban traffic and children playing in nearby community green spaces.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued and safe with families returning home and residents strolling the local sidewalks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and quiet; while violent crime is rare, residential streets have low foot traffic and minimal lighting.
Transit, parking and getting around
Montgomery County Ride On buses (such as Routes 61 and 98) serve the main perimeter roads, connecting riders to the Germantown Transit Center, the Germantown MARC commuter rail station (approx. 2 miles away), and the Shady Grove Metro Station on the Red Line.
Parking is straightforward and free, consisting of designated residential surface lots, driveway spaces, and unmetered street parking on neighborhood roads.
Things to do in Kings Square
- Explore the extensive multi-sport fields, driving range, and indoor swim center at South Germantown Recreational Park.
- Hike, kayak, or picnic along Little Seneca Lake at nearby Black Hill Regional Park.
- Attend a live concert, gallery exhibit, or community theatrical performance at the BlackRock Center for the Arts.
Local favorites
- Lancaster County Dutch Market · Farmers Market / Bakery · 4.7★ (2340)Popular regional indoor market offering fresh Pennsylvania Dutch baked goods, meats, and prepared comfort foods.
- Sabai Sabai Simply Thai · Thai Restaurant · 4.5★ (510)Cozy local dining staple serving authentic curries, noodle dishes, and traditional Thai specialties.
- Yuraku Japanese Restaurant · Japanese Restaurant · 4.6★ (1680)Longstanding local favorite known for generous sushi platters, bento boxes, and classic Japanese entrees.
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.