Is Lewisdale safe?
Hyattsville, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Lewisdale as “Caution”.
Gogo's take on Lewisdale
“Go with care. Lewisdale is a quiet, working-class residential neighborhood that is generally fine to navigate during daylight hours. Visitors should stay alert around the busy commercial strips along University Boulevard and Riggs Road, where property crime and street-level thefts are more common.”
County law enforcement continues focused patrols targeting auto theft and occasional street robberies along the surrounding University Boulevard and Riggs Road corridors.
About the area
Lewisdale is an established suburban community in Prince George's County characterized by mid-century brick ramblers and garden apartment complexes. Located just northwest of Hyattsville, it features a strong immigrant presence and convenient proximity to the Northwest Branch Trail and the University of Maryland.
- Suburban
- Working-Class
- Residential
- Multicultural
Walking and biking in Lewisdale
Walk score: 61/100 · Bike score: 56/100
Cyclists can directly connect to the paved Northwest Branch Trail, linking with the greater Anacostia Tributary Trails network, with Capital Bikeshare docks located around neighboring transit hubs.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Peaceful, low-density interior residential streets with established single-family homes
- Direct access to the Northwest Branch Trail for outdoor recreation
- Rich concentration of authentic Central American and international eateries nearby
Cons
- Higher rates of property crime and vehicle theft than state averages
- Commercial borders along major avenues experience occasional late-night disturbances and robberies
- Pedestrian infrastructure along arterial borders can be hazardous due to heavy vehicle traffic
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the residential streets, though individuals experiencing homelessness or soliciting assistance are occasionally seen near transit stops along University Boulevard.
What Lewisdale is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Mornings are calm and safe, characterized by early commuters and students heading to local schools.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Afternoons maintain an active, family-oriented feel across residential blocks and local parks.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Evenings are generally tranquil within the neighborhood, though commercial edges require standard urban awareness.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Late nights are quiet but carry elevated risks of auto break-ins and isolated robberies near major thoroughfares.
Transit, parking and getting around
WMATA Metrobus routes (such as C2, F4, and R2) and Prince George's County TheBus serve the area, connecting to the Hyattsville Crossing (formerly Prince George's Plaza) and West Hyattsville Metrorail stations on the Green Line.
Residential street parking is typically easy and free, though some streets utilize residential permits; strip malls provide free surface parking lots.
Things to do in Lewisdale
- Hike, run, or bike the paved pathways of Northwest Branch Stream Valley Park
- Enjoy soccer, playgrounds, and picnic spaces at Lewisdale Neighborhood Park
- Sample authentic Salvadoran pupusas and Latin pastries along University Boulevard
Local favorites
- El Pulgarcito · Salvadoran Restaurant · 4.2★ (480)Neighborhood eatery famous for handmade pupusas, curtido, and hearty Central American platters.
- Panaderia La Chiquita · Bakery · 4.3★ (310)Bustling local bakery turning out fresh sweet breads, savory pastries, and specialty Latin baked goods.
- Taqueria Los Perez · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (350)Casual, well-regarded counter-serve spot dishing up generous street tacos, tortas, and burritos.
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.