Is Rolling Meadows safe?
Bear, Delaware · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Rolling Meadows as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Rolling Meadows
“Go. Rolling Meadows is a safe, quiet suburban residential development in Bear with low rates of violent crime. Visitors staying in or passing through the neighborhood face very little personal safety risk, though the area is strictly residential and car-dependent.”
About the area
Rolling Meadows is an established suburban community in Bear, Delaware, composed of single-family homes and townhouses situated off Route 40. The area offers a calm, family-oriented neighborhood environment with easy access to New Castle County's regional shopping corridors and parks.
- Suburban
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet / Residential
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Rolling Meadows
Walk score: 24/100 · Bike score: 32/100
No bike-share programs exist in the immediate area; road cycling is manageable inside the subdivision, but connecting to Glasgow Park trails requires navigating busy commercial roads.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low rate of violent crime well below state and national metropolitan averages
- High rate of owner-occupied housing that contributes to neighborhood stability
- Quiet, low-traffic residential streets ideal for casual evening walks
Cons
- Car dependency requires driving for almost all daily errands and dining
- Occasional opportunistic property theft and vehicle break-ins along nearby Route 40
- Limited street lighting on select interior cul-de-sacs and walkways
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within Rolling Meadows, though sporadic panhandling can occur along the major commercial intersections of Route 40.
What Rolling Meadows is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very peaceful with light commuter traffic and residents walking dogs in a secure setting.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet throughout the day with children playing and minimal safety concerns.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential feel with low foot traffic and well-lit driveways making casual strolls safe.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and silent; while violent incidents are rare, standard suburban awareness is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
DART First State operates local bus routes (such as Routes 40 and 42) along the Pulaski Highway corridor, but there is no rail or BRT service within walking distance.
Parking is abundant and free, with ample private driveway space and unrestricted on-street residential parking throughout the development.
Things to do in Rolling Meadows
- Stroll or jog through the quiet, tree-lined residential loops
- Spend an afternoon at nearby Glasgow Regional Park enjoying paved trails, dog parks, and sports courts
- Explore local retail and dining spots along the Pulaski Highway (Route 40) corridor
Local favorites
- Stewart's Brewing Company · Brewpub · 4.4★ (1250)Longstanding local brewpub serving house-crafted beers alongside burgers, pub fare, and seasonal specials.
- El Pique · Mexican Restaurant · 4.6★ (980)Beloved no-frills eatery serving authentic Mexican street tacos, tortas, and flavorful salsas.
- Capriotti's Sandwich Shop · Sandwich Shop · 4.3★ (420)Delaware staple known for generous cold and hot subs, including their famous roast turkey Bobbie.
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.