Is Stonewood safe?
Laurel, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Stonewood as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Stonewood
“Go with care. Stonewood is a quiet residential enclave composed primarily of townhomes and suburban streets that is generally peaceful for visitors and residents alike. Standard suburban precautions against vehicle break-ins are sufficient when visiting.”
About the area
Stonewood is an established suburban residential subdivision situated in South Laurel, Maryland, characterized by cul-de-sacs, townhouse clusters, and mature trees. It serves primarily as a tranquil commuter neighborhood offering straightforward access to Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Fort Meade.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Commuter Hub
- Townhome Community
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Stonewood
Walk score: 32/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There are no public bike-share stations in Stonewood, but cyclists can ride local residential streets to access regional routes such as the Patuxent River Trail.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Stable middle-income residential community with comparatively low rates of violent crime.
- Strategic commuter location between Washington and Baltimore with rapid access to Route 197 and the Baltimore-Washington Parkway.
- Close proximity to extensive protected green space and federal wildlife reserves.
Cons
- Occasional property crime incidents, predominantly opportunistic vehicle break-ins and package thefts.
- Heavily car-dependent layout with virtually no commercial amenities within walking distance.
- Congestion and commercial spillover along the nearby Route 197 and Route 1 corridors.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within the Stonewood residential subdivision, with occasional panhandling limited to busy retail plazas along Route 1 and Route 198.
What Stonewood is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Calm and quiet with regular commuter activity and school buses moving through the neighborhood.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Low activity with delivery vans and occasional dog walkers in a low-stress setting.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued suburban atmosphere as residents return home, remaining safe for walks and jogging.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and dark with minimal vehicular traffic; generally safe, though standard awareness of parked cars and low-lit areas is recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
Transit access is operated by Prince George's County TheBus and WMATA Metrobus along Route 197, while the Laurel MARC commuter rail station is roughly 3 miles north for connections to Baltimore and Washington, D.C.
Parking is abundant and free, utilizing private driveways, designated townhouse parking bays, and unmetered residential street parking.
Things to do in Stonewood
- Hike and observe wildlife at the nearby Patuxent Research Refuge North Tract and Visitor Center.
- Tour the historic 18th-century grounds and exhibits at Montpelier House Museum just south of the neighborhood.
- Stroll around the scenic lake and recreation paths at Granville Gude Park.
Local favorites
- Tampico Grill · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (850)A cozy, family-operated Mexican eatery serving traditional fajitas, enchiladas, and margaritas.
- Amber Spice · Indian Restaurant · 4.3★ (920)A well-regarded neighborhood spot offering authentic North and South Indian curries and tandoori dishes.
- Toucan Taco · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)A long-running local institution known for classic hard-shell tacos, burritos, and retro diner charm.
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.