Is North Roblee Acres safe?
Upper Marlboro, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates North Roblee Acres as “Go”.
Gogo's take on North Roblee Acres
“Go. North Roblee Acres is a calm, established suburban residential community in Upper Marlboro with very low violent crime. While it is completely car-dependent with no commercial district within walking distance, it offers a safe, peaceful environment for residents and visitors alike.”
About the area
North Roblee Acres is a wooded, residential subdivision situated in Upper Marlboro in Prince George's County. Dominated by single-family homes on generous lots, the area provides a quiet suburban retreat close to regional parklands and major commuter roadways.
- Quiet Residential
- Wooded Suburb
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in North Roblee Acres
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 22/100
The neighborhood lacks dedicated bike lanes and bike-share hubs, though low-traffic subdivision streets are easy to ride, and paved trail systems are reachable via a quick drive to Watkins Regional Park.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Consistently low rates of violent crime compared to the wider Washington DC metro area.
- Strong middle-to-upper-middle-class economic baseline with high homeownership and median household incomes over $115,000.
- Spacious, well-maintained properties with virtually zero commercial blight or vacancy.
- Convenient driving access to Watkins Regional Park and historic downtown Upper Marlboro.
Cons
- Entirely car-dependent with zero retail, dining, or grocery options within walking distance.
- Occasional isolated property crimes like vehicle break-ins or package theft typical of suburban communities.
- Limited street lighting along secondary roads, making evening walks very dark.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in this purely residential subdivision, with supportive county services situated in denser commercial corridors.
What North Roblee Acres is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and quiet as residents commute out to work and local schools with minimal traffic on residential roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Pleasant and undisturbed with light local movement, landscaping activity, and peaceful residential streets.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and tranquil with residents returning home; safe for walking dogs or jogging before dark.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Exceptionally quiet and safe from violent activity, though sparse street lighting requires a flashlight if walking outside.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is managed by Prince George's County TheBus and WMATA buses, but routes run on outer arterials rather than through the subdivision. The nearest Metrorail station is Downtown Largo on the Blue/Silver lines, approximately a 15-minute drive away.
Parking is completely hassle-free with spacious private driveways and ample, unrestricted curbside parking along wide residential streets.
Things to do in North Roblee Acres
- Explore the walking trails, Old Maryland Farm, and festival grounds at nearby Watkins Regional Park.
- Tour the historic 1700s Darnall's Chance House Museum in downtown Upper Marlboro.
- Hike, ride horses, or fish across the 982 wooded acres of Rosaryville State Park.
Local favorites
- Dutch Market Upper Marlboro · Farmers Market / Bakery · 4.6★ (3850)Popular Pennsylvania Dutch market featuring homemade baked goods, fresh meats, bulk foods, and classic comfort cooking.
- Babes Boys Tavern at The Top of The Hill · American Restaurant / Bar · 4.4★ (920)Welcoming local tavern serving craft burgers, crab dip, and draft beer in a relaxed gathering space.
- The Main Street Oyster House · Seafood Restaurant · 4.2★ (560)Cozy dining spot in historic Upper Marlboro specializing in fresh oysters, seafood platters, and regional favorites.
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.