Is Lauraville safe?
Baltimore, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Lauraville as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Lauraville
“Go. Lauraville is one of Northeast Baltimore's safest and most community-oriented residential neighborhoods, offering a relaxed small-town feel within city limits. While visitors should practice standard urban vigilance regarding parked cars, violent crime is substantially lower here than in most of Baltimore.”
About the area
Lauraville is a charming, tree-lined neighborhood in Northeast Baltimore defined by spacious yards, historic Victorian and craftsman homes, and a distinct suburban atmosphere. The neighborhood's commercial life centers on Harford Road, where a collection of independent eateries, coffee shops, and local boutiques thrive.
- Historic / Tree-Lined
- Family-Friendly
- Suburban Feel
- Community-Oriented
Walking and biking in Lauraville
Walk score: 58/100 · Bike score: 51/100
Harford Road lacks dedicated bike lanes, but nearby Herring Run Park offers a paved multi-use trail for recreational riding. Baltimore does not operate a municipal bike-share system here.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than Baltimore City averages.
- High homeownership rate (over 70%) and strong median household incomes create stable neighborhood conditions.
- Active Main Street corridor along Harford Road with renowned local eateries.
Cons
- Opportunistic property crime, such as vehicle break-ins and package theft, occurs periodically.
- Adjacent areas to the south and east experience higher levels of violent and property crime.
- Side streets can be dimly lit at night with sparse foot traffic.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in Lauraville, with no established encampments. Occasional panhandling may occur near retail plazas or transit stops along Harford Road.
What Lauraville is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active, with residents walking dogs, jogging, and picking up morning coffee on Harford Road.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe, with quiet residential streets and light neighborhood foot traffic near shops.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Lively around dining spots on Harford Road, feeling safe and welcoming for dinner outings.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and largely deserted; visitors should stay aware of their surroundings and avoid poorly lit side streets.
Transit, parking and getting around
The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) provides service via CityLink Silver (SV) directly down Harford Road toward Downtown Baltimore. There is no rapid rail or subway station within walking distance.
Street parking is free and readily available throughout residential side streets and along Harford Road, with no parking garages or paid meters required.
Things to do in Lauraville
- Grab breakfast and fresh-roasted beans at the flagship Zeke's Coffee cafe.
- Visit the Hamilton-Lauraville Farmers Market and community events at the Main Street lot.
- Take an architectural walk along tree-lined streets to admire historic craftsman bungalows and Victorian homes.
Local favorites
- Koco's Pub · Seafood / Pub · 4.7★ (2650)Celebrated neighborhood institution famous throughout Maryland for colossal, award-winning crab cakes.
- Zeke's Coffee · Coffee Shop · 4.7★ (1280)Beloved local roastery and cafe serving artisanal espresso drinks, breakfast sandwiches, and pastries.
- Silver Queen Cafe · American Restaurant · 4.7★ (510)Cozy, scratch-kitchen bistro highlighting Maryland regional flavors and seasonal local ingredients.
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.