Is Long Point safe?
Arnold, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Long Point as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Long Point
“Go. Long Point is an exceptionally safe, serene waterfront residential community along the Magothy River in Arnold. There are virtually no violent crime risks, though visitors should note that it is purely residential with very limited commercial amenities.”
About the area
Long Point is a picturesque, maritime peninsula neighborhood in Arnold, Maryland, defined by private docks, mature trees, and single-family homes. It offers a tranquil coastal suburban environment just north of Annapolis with virtually no urban hazards.
- Waterfront Enclave
- Quiet / Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Long Point
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no municipal bike-share stations, but the 13-mile paved B&A Trail is accessible a few miles west in Arnold, offering dedicated cycling towards Annapolis and Severna Park.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Very low violent and property crime rates compared to county and national averages
- High household median income and homeownership rates above 85% reflecting neighborhood stability
- Peaceful waterfront setting with minimal through-traffic and high residential privacy
- Close proximity to the scenic Magothy River and broad outdoor recreation opportunities
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with virtually no walkable retail or dining within the peninsula
- Narrow residential roads with limited sidewalks and minimal street lighting at night
- Susceptible to occasional coastal flooding or storm surge during severe weather events
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Long Point or the surrounding residential communities of Arnold.
What Long Point is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and quiet with neighbors walking dogs or jogging along tree-lined residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and sunlit with residents tending boats and yards; exceptionally safe throughout the day.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential winding down with minimal vehicle traffic and safe neighborhood strolls.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and tranquil with negligible foot traffic and no discernible street crime.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is very limited on the peninsula; Anne Arundel County Office of Transportation provides local connector bus routes along Ritchie Highway (MD-2), roughly 2 miles west.
Most parking is in private residential driveways, though unmetered street parking is available along residential roads where permitted by local community guidelines.
Things to do in Long Point
- Launch a kayak or paddleboard onto the calm inlets of the Magothy River
- Cycle or jog along the nearby Baltimore and Annapolis (B&A) Trail
- Visit Spriggs Farm Park on the Magothy for waterfront nature trails and birdwatching
Local favorites
- The Point Crab House & Grill · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (2350)Popular waterfront dining spot nearby offering classic Maryland crab cakes, fresh oysters, and dockside seating.
- Spizzico Italian Kitchen · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (920)Neighborhood favorite in Arnold serving gourmet pizza, homemade pasta dishes, and casual Italian fare.
- O'Loughlin's Restaurant & Pub · American Pub · 4.4★ (840)Longstanding local tavern offering hearty pub fare, wings, draft beers, and a welcoming community vibe.
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.