Is The Enclave at Arundel Preserve safe?
Severn, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates The Enclave at Arundel Preserve as “Go”.
Gogo's take on The Enclave at Arundel Preserve
“Go. The Enclave at Arundel Preserve is an upscale, modern master-planned community that is exceptionally safe and welcoming for visitors. Crime rates are very low, with the primary minor risk being opportunistic vehicle break-ins typical of suburban commercial parking lots.”
About the area
The Enclave at Arundel Preserve is a sleek mixed-use development in Anne Arundel County featuring luxury residences, upscale corporate offices, and a boutique hotel surrounded by modern dining. Located close to Fort Meade and BWI Airport, it caters heavily to government contractors, professionals, and travelers seeking a quiet, manicured suburban enclave.
- Planned Community
- Corporate & Tech
- Upscale Suburban
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in The Enclave at Arundel Preserve
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There are no public bike-share stations; internal roads have wide sidewalks suitable for casual riding, but connections to long-distance trails like the B&A Trail require driving.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates than both regional and national averages
- High median household incomes well exceeding $115,000 with exceptionally low poverty rates
- Well-lit, modern infrastructure with on-site private security patrols throughout the mixed-use district
Cons
- Car break-ins and catalytic converter thefts occasionally occur in open hotel and apartment parking lots
- Isolated suburban layout that requires a vehicle for most regional amenities
- Heavy commuter and airport traffic along nearby MD-295 and Route 100 during peak hours
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within the Enclave development, with no encampments or panhandling present.
What The Enclave at Arundel Preserve is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and busy with morning dog walkers, joggers, and tech commuters heading to local office buildings.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe with steady foot traffic between corporate offices and ground-floor lunch spots.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Lively yet relaxed around hotel lounges and restaurants, with excellent street lighting making walks completely safe.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and secure with minimal street activity apart from occasional hotel guests and returning residents.
Transit, parking and getting around
Transit access is limited; the Anne Arundel County Transit (AA County Transit) operates nearby on-demand and local bus routes connecting to Arundel Mills, while the BWI Rail Station (MARC Penn Line / Amtrak) is about 10 minutes away by car.
Plentiful and easy; free garage and surface lot parking are readily available for retail and restaurant patrons, with private residential and hotel parking decks.
Things to do in The Enclave at Arundel Preserve
- Dine al fresco at upscale modern eateries along Arundel Preserve Boulevard
- Enjoy an artisanal cocktail or weekend staycation at The Hotel at Arundel Preserve
- Take a short five-minute drive to Arundel Mills and Live! Casino & Hotel for gaming and major shopping
Local favorites
- The Hotel at Arundel Preserve · Boutique Hotel · 4.5★ (1280)A stylish boutique hotel featuring modern amenities, event spaces, and on-site dining.
- Grille@Arundel Preserve · American Restaurant · 4.3★ (740)An upscale contemporary restaurant serving refined American classics and fresh seafood.
- Vivy's Nails and Spa · Day Spa · 4.6★ (310)Popular local day spa offering nail treatments, massages, and relaxation services.
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.