Is Larkington safe?
Edgewater, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Larkington as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Larkington
“Go. Larkington is a peaceful, very safe suburban residential neighborhood in Edgewater with exceptionally low crime rates. Visitors will find a tranquil, welcoming environment, though navigating the area requires a personal vehicle.”
About the area
Larkington is a quiet, tree-lined residential community situated in Edgewater, Maryland, just south of Annapolis. Characterized by well-maintained single-family homes, high homeownership rates, and proximity to tidal rivers, it is an ideal home base for exploring Anne Arundel County's maritime attractions.
- Quiet Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Suburban Enclave
Walking and biking in Larkington
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no bike-share stations, and while internal neighborhood streets are safe for casual riding, regional connecting roads lack dedicated bike lanes to connect directly to the South Shore Trail.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent and property crime rates are significantly lower than both Maryland and national averages
- Affluent, stable community with high median household incomes and over 85% homeownership
- Quiet, low-traffic residential streets that are safe for walking and family activities
- Convenient driving access to South River boat launches, local parks, and Historic Annapolis
Cons
- Highly car-dependent with almost no commercial amenities reachable on foot
- Virtually no direct public transit access within the immediate neighborhood
- Suburban streets lack dedicated pedestrian sidewalks and street lighting in several sections
- Major connecting corridors like MD-214 and MD-2 can experience heavy rush-hour congestion
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Larkington or the surrounding Edgewater residential subdivisions.
What Larkington is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Crisp, quiet, and extremely safe as residents walk dogs and head out for the morning commute.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and peaceful with minimal vehicle traffic and safe conditions throughout the residential streets.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued and family-oriented, remaining very safe for an evening stroll around the block.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Dark and very quiet due to sparse streetlights, but virtually free of illicit activity or disturbances.
Transit, parking and getting around
Transit access is minimal; Anne Arundel County Transit and MDOT MTA commuter buses run along nearby MD-2 and MD-214 corridors, but there is no rail or BRT service within walking distance.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with virtually all properties featuring private driveways alongside free, unrestricted residential street parking.
Things to do in Larkington
- Tour the historic grounds, museum, and waterfront botanical gardens at nearby Historic London Town and Gardens
- Rent a paddleboard or launch a boat to explore the scenic South River and Chesapeake tributaries
- Spend an afternoon hiking the shoreline and wetland trails at Beverly Triton Nature Park
Local favorites
- Killarney House · Irish Pub · 4.5★ (1280)A cozy, long-running local institution serving traditional Irish comfort food and draught ales with occasional live music.
- Edgewater Restaurant · Seafood Restaurant · 4.4★ (940)A classic Chesapeake staple famed for its jumbo lump Maryland crab cakes and relaxed, family-friendly setting.
- Yellowfin Steak & Fish House · Seafood Restaurant · 4.3★ (1420)Upscale casual waterfront eatery offering fresh steaks, sushi, and seafood paired with South River views.
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.