Is Roland Park safe?
Baltimore, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Roland Park as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Roland Park
“Go. Roland Park is one of the safest and most affluent historic neighborhoods in Baltimore, offering serene residential streets and excellent dining. Violent crime is exceptionally rare, though basic vigilance regarding vehicle security is still prudent.”
Local police reports in recent months primarily cite occasional crimes of opportunity, such as car break-ins and package thefts.
About the area
Established as one of the country's first planned suburban garden communities, Roland Park features winding tree-lined lanes and stately historic homes. Visitors primarily come to enjoy upscale neighborhood bistros, boutique food markets, and quiet architectural strolls.
- Affluent Suburb
- Historic / Tree-Lined
- Family-Friendly
- Quiet / Residential
Walking and biking in Roland Park
Walk score: 52/100 · Bike score: 46/100
There are no docked bike-share hubs in the neighborhood, but cyclists can access the nearby Stony Run Trail and Jones Falls Trail corridors.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are among the lowest in Baltimore City
- High median household income exceeding $140,000 with very high owner-occupancy
- Picturesque, historic streetscapes with mature tree canopies and active neighborhood associations
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes, including vehicle theft and prowling
- Hilly, winding street layouts with incomplete sidewalk networks in interior residential pockets
- Limited nightlife and public transit options compared to central urban districts
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Roland Park, with no encampments and virtually no panhandling in its residential or commercial cores.
What Roland Park is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very safe and active with neighborhood joggers, dog walkers, and commuters.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and welcoming around commercial hubs and quiet residential side streets.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Pleasant and relaxed, with comfortable foot traffic outside dining spots along Roland Avenue.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and dimly lit under heavy tree cover, but generally very secure.
Transit, parking and getting around
MTA Maryland operates the CityLink Silver and Route 51 bus lines along Roland Avenue. The Cold Spring Lane Light RailLink station is located about a 15- to 20-minute walk to the west.
Free on-street parking is readily available throughout residential areas, and commercial clusters feature dedicated customer surface parking lots.
Things to do in Roland Park
- Explore the historic network of pedestrian footpaths and Olmsted-influenced architecture
- Browse gourmet cheeses, baked goods, and prepared foods at Eddie's of Roland Park
- Dine al fresco along the historic commercial strip on Roland Avenue
Local favorites
- Petit Louis Bistro · French Restaurant · 4.6★ (1250)A refined, beloved neighborhood institution serving classic French bistro fare and wine.
- Johnny's · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (950)A relaxed dining spot known for seafood, craft cocktails, and weekend brunch.
- Eddie's of Roland Park · Gourmet Grocery Store · 4.6★ (820)A landmark local market renowned for upscale groceries, custom deli items, and prepared dishes.
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.