Is Rosedale Park safe?
Greenbelt, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Rosedale Park as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Rosedale Park
“Go. Rosedale Park is a quiet residential enclave within Greenbelt that offers a generally peaceful and safe environment for visitors. Basic situational awareness is advised, particularly after dark near surrounding commercial transit corridors.”
Local police reports periodically highlight opportunistic vehicle break-ins and catalytic converter thefts around surrounding thoroughfares.
About the area
Rosedale Park is a leafy, residential pocket nestled near Greenbelt's historic district and regional parklands. The neighborhood offers a quiet suburban atmosphere with quick access to the Capital Beltway, University of Maryland, and NASA Goddard Space Flight Center.
- Quiet Residential
- Tree-Lined
- Suburban Pocket
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Rosedale Park
Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 55/100
Bicyclists have access to nearby recreational paths in Greenbelt Park and can connect into the regional Anacostia Tributary Trail System via Indian Creek Trail.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Lower violent crime rates compared to broader Prince George's County averages
- Direct proximity to expansive woodlands and hiking at Greenbelt Park
- Stable residential fabric with high rates of long-term homeownership
- Convenient access to the Greenbelt Metro and MARC commuter rail
Cons
- Occasional property crimes and vehicle prowling reported in parking areas
- Pedestrian navigation along nearby multi-lane arterials can be challenging
- Car dependence for major grocery and retail shopping
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is rare within the residential streets of Rosedale Park, though sporadic panhandling can be observed near commercial plazas on Greenbelt Road.
What Rosedale Park is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and calm, with residents walking dogs and standard morning commuter traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and safe for walking, with light local activity and deliveries.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued suburban atmosphere with low ambient lighting; well-suited for neighborhood strolls.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Generally very quiet, though standard nighttime caution is recommended around unlit access ways.
Transit, parking and getting around
WMATA Metrobus and Prince George's County TheBus serve the area along major nearby roads, providing connections to the Greenbelt Metro Station (Green Line and MARC Camden Line), located about 2 miles away.
Free residential curbside parking is widely available without meters, and nearby commercial plazas offer ample free surface parking lots.
Things to do in Rosedale Park
- Hike and camp among the wooded trails of neighboring Greenbelt Park
- Tour the historic planned New Deal community and Greenbelt Museum nearby
- Explore interactive exhibits at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Visitor Center
Local favorites
- Greenbelt Co-op Supermarket & Pharmacy · Supermarket · 4.5★ (480)A historic, community-owned cooperative providing fresh groceries, organic goods, and pharmacy services.
- New Deal Cafe · Cafe & Venue · 4.6★ (760)A beloved cooperative cafe offering plant-forward eats, craft beers, and nightly local live music.
- Generous Joe's Deli · Deli & Pizza · 4.4★ (630)A nostalgic neighborhood staple known for generous hot subs, classic pizzas, and steak sandwiches.
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.