Is Timberland Estates safe?
Olney, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Timberland Estates as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Timberland Estates
“Go. Timberland Estates is an exceptionally safe, affluent, and quiet suburban neighborhood in Montgomery County. There are virtually no violent crime risks, though visitors will need a car to reach nearby dining, shopping, and entertainment.”
About the area
Timberland Estates is a secluded residential enclave in Olney, Maryland, characterized by manicured lawns, mature trees, and spacious single-family homes. It offers a tranquil, family-oriented suburban environment located just minutes from Olney's central retail and dining districts.
- Quiet Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Suburban Oasis
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Timberland Estates
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 34/100
There are no public bike-share stations in the immediate neighborhood, but road cyclists can connect to nearby regional trails and paved paths leading toward Bowie Mill and Cashell Parks.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are negligible and property crime is significantly below national and county averages.
- Very high median household income exceeding $150,000 with near-zero housing vacancy rates.
- Quiet, low-traffic residential streets ideal for jogging and family walks.
Cons
- Strictly residential with zero retail or commercial amenities within walking distance.
- Car dependence is very high, with limited and infrequent public transit options.
- Residential streets have limited municipal lighting during late night hours.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually nonexistent in Timberland Estates and surrounding Olney neighborhoods.
What Timberland Estates is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with neighborhood residents walking dogs and children heading to local schools.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and safe with occasional delivery vehicles and light residential traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and family-centered with residents returning from commutes and walking the neighborhood.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low activity and pitch dark on unlit cul-de-sacs, but exceptionally safe from street crime.
Transit, parking and getting around
Montgomery County Ride On operates local bus routes (such as Route 52 and 53) along nearby arterial corridors, connecting to the Glenmont and Shady Grove Metrorail stations, which are roughly a 15-to-20-minute drive away.
Street parking in the neighborhood is free, abundant, and unrestricted, and homes feature private driveways and multi-car garages.
Things to do in Timberland Estates
- Catch a play or musical at the nearby historic Olney Theatre Center.
- Enjoy the athletic fields, skate park, and indoor swim center at Olney Manor Recreational Park.
- Sample regional wines and craft beverages at Olney Winery in the town center.
Local favorites
- The Grill at Fair Hill · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (920)Upscale neighborhood tavern offering steaks, fresh seafood, and an extensive wine list in a cozy setting.
- Cava Mezze - Olney · Mediterranean Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)Lively spot serving modern Greek small plates, dips, and cocktails in an inviting dining room.
- Olney Theatre Center · Performing Arts Theater · 4.7★ (880)Acclaimed regional theater complex staging professional theatrical productions, musicals, and community events.
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.