Is Patuxent Riding safe?
Glenn Dale, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Patuxent Riding as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Patuxent Riding
“Go. Patuxent Riding is a peaceful, affluent suburban enclave in Glenn Dale characterized by spacious single-family homes and quiet residential streets. It boasts minimal violent crime and strong community stability, making it very secure for visitors. A personal vehicle is practically mandatory to reach any dining or attractions.”
About the area
Patuxent Riding is an established, upper-middle-class residential subdivision nestled among wooded lots in Glenn Dale, Prince George's County. The neighborhood features manicured lawns, cul-de-sacs, and very low traffic. It offers a tranquil retreat while remaining within driving distance of Bowie, Greenbelt, and Washington, D.C.
- Suburban Oasis
- Car-Dependent
- Tree-Lined
- Quiet & Peaceful
- Family-Oriented
Walking and biking in Patuxent Riding
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no public bike-share kiosks in the neighborhood, but cyclists can access the paved WB&A Trail a short ride away for recreational cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- High median household incomes well over $130,000 with exceptionally high homeownership rates.
- Very low incidence of violent crime compared to county and national benchmarks.
- Quiet, family-oriented neighborhood with virtually no commercial through-traffic.
- Close proximity to regional parks and the Washington, Baltimore and Annapolis (WB&A) Trail.
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with virtually no walkable retail, dining, or services.
- Occasional suburban property crimes, such as opportunistic theft from unlocked vehicles.
- Limited public lighting along some residential stretches and nearby county roads.
- Minimal public transit connectivity requiring private transportation for almost all trips.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Patuxent Riding or the immediate surrounding residential areas of Glenn Dale.
What Patuxent Riding is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and quiet as residents commute, with occasional joggers and dog walkers moving through the neighborhood with no safety concerns.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Pleasant and exceptionally safe, with light local residential traffic and well-kept front yards on display.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential winding down with minimal street noise, remaining safe for walks along neighborhood sidewalks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely peaceful and dark with minimal activity; safety remains high, though standard suburban vigilance against property theft is prudent.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is very limited within the subdivision; Prince George's County TheBus and WMATA buses serve major thoroughfares like Route 450 (Annapolis Road) a short drive away, and the New Carrollton Metro/MARC station is roughly a 10-minute drive.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with expansive private driveways and unrestricted, free curb parking throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in Patuxent Riding
- Walk, run, or bike along the paved Washington, Baltimore and Annapolis (WB&A) Trail nearby.
- Tour the historic Marietta House Museum, a Federal-period historic home and grounds located nearby in Glenn Dale.
- Enjoy recreational sports, open green spaces, and a playground at the Glenn Dale Community Center.
Local favorites
- Jerry's Seafood · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (2350)Beloved regional destination famous for its signature all-jumbo-lump crab cake, the Crab Bomb.
- First Watch · Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant · 4.4★ (1180)Popular morning cafe serving made-to-order breakfast scrambles, fresh juices, and specialty pancakes.
- Old Bowie Town Grille · American Restaurant & Pub · 4.3★ (920)Laid-back community grill serving hearty burgers, sandwiches, and local craft beers with occasional live music.
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.