Is Oakmont Manor safe?
Gaithersburg, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Oakmont Manor as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Oakmont Manor
“Go. Oakmont Manor is a quiet and established residential pocket of Gaithersburg with low violent crime rates. While visitors should practice standard suburban precautions against minor property theft, the area is safe, family-friendly, and easy to navigate.”
Local police alerts in the wider Gaithersburg area periodically report isolated vehicle tamperings and catalytic converter thefts, but serious crime remains low.
About the area
Oakmont Manor is a mid-century suburban community characterized by mature trees, single-family homes, and quiet cul-de-sacs. Situated just southeast of historic Olde Towne Gaithersburg, it offers suburban tranquility with immediate access to Montgomery County's major transit corridors and commercial districts.
- Quiet Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Oakmont Manor
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 48/100
Capital Bikeshare stations are located nearby near Olde Towne and MARC stations, though cycling within Oakmont Manor is mainly along low-speed shared residential streets.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than national metropolitan averages
- High rate of homeownership and well-maintained residential lots
- Close proximity to Olde Towne Gaithersburg and the Shady Grove biotech hub
- Excellent county services, public safety response times, and high municipal infrastructure investment
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked car ransacking
- Largely car-dependent with minimal commercial options within interior residential streets
- CSX freight and commuter rail corridor nearby can produce intermittent train noise
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable factor inside the residential neighborhood, with only minor visibility occasionally seen near retail centers along Frederick Avenue.
What Oakmont Manor is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, joggers, and commuters heading out along residential roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and safe with light local traffic and occasional delivery vehicles.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm atmosphere with residents returning home and families walking in the neighborhood.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet with minimal activity; streets are dark but overall safety risk remains low.
Transit, parking and getting around
Montgomery County Ride On buses operate routes along nearby thoroughfares connecting directly to the Shady Grove Metro Station (Red Line) and the Gaithersburg MARC commuter rail station, both within a 5- to 10-minute drive.
Street parking is free and plentiful throughout the residential blocks, supplemented by private residential driveways.
Things to do in Oakmont Manor
- Walk the paved trails and enjoy the ponds at nearby Bohrer Park at Summit Hall Farm
- Tour local rail history and seasonal exhibits at the Gaithersburg Community Museum
- Explore the local dining and community events in historic Olde Towne Gaithersburg
Local favorites
- Barking Mad Cafe · Cafe & Eatery · 4.4★ (920)Popular neighborhood gathering spot serving artisan coffee, brunch staples, wood-fired pizza, and craft cocktails.
- La Casita Pupuseria & Market · Salvadoran Restaurant · 4.5★ (1450)Celebrated local spot known for freshly pressed pupusas, traditional Central American platters, and authentic sides.
- Tacos El Pariente · Mexican Food Truck · 4.7★ (460)Beloved nearby food truck serving authentic birria tacos, consommé, and street-style Mexican specialties.
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.