Is Quail Run safe?
Pasadena, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Quail Run as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Quail Run
“Go. Quail Run is a quiet and safe suburban neighborhood in Pasadena, Maryland, with low crime rates and a strong community foundation. It is an ideal, peaceful residential area for visitors seeking a secure suburban base close to Chesapeake Bay waterways.”
About the area
Quail Run is an established residential subdivision nestled in Pasadena, Anne Arundel County, defined by cul-de-sacs, tidy single-family homes, and mature greenery. While strictly residential with little direct commercial activity within the subdivision, it offers swift access to local marinas, waterfront parks, and regional retail strips along Mountain Road.
- Suburban / Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet / Low-Key
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Quail Run
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There is no bike-share program in the area; road cycling is manageable on neighborhood streets, but accessing the B&A Trail or regional paths requires navigating higher-speed suburban thoroughfares without bike lanes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime and property crime rates are significantly lower than national and regional metropolitan benchmarks.
- High household incomes exceeding $100,000 paired with high homeownership rates foster well-maintained properties.
- Very low through-traffic creates a tranquil and safe environment for neighborhood walks and jogging.
Cons
- High car dependency makes access to dining, groceries, and entertainment impossible on foot.
- Arterial connector roads outside the subdivision lack dedicated pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure.
- Public transportation options in the immediate vicinity are extremely sparse.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually nonexistent in Quail Run and the surrounding residential sections of Pasadena.
What Quail Run is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers and residents commuting, feeling completely secure.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and residential with minimal vehicle traffic and safe conditions for walking.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet suburban streets with high visibility and residents relaxing around their homes.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet with virtually no foot traffic; street lighting is sufficient and crime risk remains very low.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is very limited; Anne Arundel County Transit (AA County Transit) and MTA Maryland provide occasional local bus connectivity along Mountain Road, but the nearest rail option is the Cromwell/Glen Burnie Light Rail station roughly 15 minutes away by car.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with ample private driveway space and unrestricted, free residential street parking throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in Quail Run
- Spend a morning exploring the paved trails, fishing pier, and bay overlooks at nearby Downs Park.
- Kayak or paddleboard along the sheltered waterways of Bodkin Creek and the Magothy River.
- Take a family picnic or walk around the lake at Lake Waterford Park.
Local favorites
- Two Rivers Steak & Fish House · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (2150)Upscale yet casual local favorite offering wood-fired steaks, crab cakes, and regional seafood.
- Fifer's Seafood · Seafood Restaurant · 4.6★ (1250)Long-running community staple known for steamed Maryland blue crabs and fried platters.
- The Greene Turtle Sports Bar & Grille · Sports Bar · 4.1★ (980)Casual neighborhood gathering spot serving draft beer, wings, and classic pub fare.
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.