Is Stonington safe?
Arnold, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Stonington as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Stonington
“Go. Stonington is a quiet, highly secure residential neighborhood in Arnold with virtually no street crime and a tranquil community feel. A vehicle is essential for getting around, but visitors will experience an exceptionally safe, low-stress environment.”
About the area
Stonington is an established, tree-lined residential community in Arnold, Maryland, located on the Broadneck Peninsula near the Magothy and Severn Rivers. Characterized by well-maintained single-family homes, large lots, and waterfront access points, it offers a peaceful suburban lifestyle minutes from Annapolis.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Wooded
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet
Walking and biking in Stonington
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 34/100
While internal roads lack bike lanes, neighborhood streets have low speed limits, and the paved 13.3-mile Baltimore & Annapolis (B&A) Trail is easily accessible just a short ride west.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Exceptionally low violent and property crime rates compared to regional and national averages
- Affluent economic profile with high homeownership rates and household incomes well above state medians
- Well-maintained, quiet residential streets with minimal through-traffic
Cons
- Strictly car-dependent layout with no commercial amenities within comfortable walking distance
- Limited street lighting along residential lanes requiring extra care at night
- Prone to commuter traffic slowdowns on nearby Ritchie Highway and College Parkway during peak hours
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within the residential streets of Stonington, with social and shelter services located in Annapolis and central Anne Arundel County.
What Stonington is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with local residents walking dogs, jogging, and heading out on morning commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and safe with light local traffic and occasional neighborhood deliveries.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential with families relaxing at home and virtually zero street disturbances.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely dark and silent; safe from crime, though limited sidewalks and lighting mean pedestrians should carry a light.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is very limited; Anne Arundel County's Office of Transportation provides local connector services, but there is no rail service and commuter buses primarily run along major corridors like Ritchie Highway.
Parking is completely free and abundant on private driveways and quiet residential neighborhood curbs, with no metered zones or parking garages.
Things to do in Stonington
- Bike, run, or walk along the nearby Baltimore & Annapolis (B&A) Trail
- Launch a kayak or enjoy the water along the scenic Magothy River shoreline access points
- Visit the nearby Anne Arundel Community College campus for public arts performances and walking trails
Local favorites
- The Point Crab House & Grill · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (2600)Popular waterfront dining spot in Arnold serving fresh Maryland blue crabs, local seafood, and cocktails.
- O'Loughlin's Restaurant & Pub · Pub / American · 4.3★ (750)Longtime local gathering place known for classic pub fare, draft beers, and a welcoming community atmosphere.
- Broadneck Grill & Cantina · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.4★ (680)Casual neighborhood eatery serving generous Mexican-American dishes and margaritas in nearby Cape St. Claire.
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.