Is Twin Maples safe?
Woodbine, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Twin Maples as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Twin Maples
“Go. Twin Maples in Woodbine is an exceptionally safe, affluent, and peaceful rural-residential community in western Howard County. Violent and property crime rates are near zero, making it an entirely secure destination for visitors.”
About the area
Twin Maples is a scenic, semi-rural residential enclave in Woodbine, Maryland, characterized by expansive single-family homes, rolling hills, and nearby horse farms. It offers a tranquil countryside atmosphere ideal for nature lovers and families seeking quiet surroundings.
- Rural / Bucolic
- Affluent Residential
- Quiet & Peaceful
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Twin Maples
Walk score: 8/100 · Bike score: 18/100
There are no bike-share stations or dedicated bike lanes in the area; road cycling takes place on paved rural roads with narrow shoulders.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent and property crime rates are exceptionally low and well below state and national averages
- High median household incomes and near-total homeownership support a well-maintained neighborhood
- Peaceful, low-density environment with virtually no urban congestion or noise pollution
Cons
- Total car dependency with no direct access to walkable commercial or retail corridors
- Narrow rural roads lack sidewalks and streetlights, posing pedestrian visibility hazards at night
- Distance from central emergency and medical facilities relative to dense urban areas
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a presence in Twin Maples or surrounding rural Woodbine. There are no encampments, panhandling, or emergency shelters in the immediate area.
What Twin Maples is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Crisp and quiet with light neighborhood commuter traffic and zero safety concerns.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Serene and open, with scenic pastoral views and peaceful residential surroundings.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and dimming as traffic dies down; standard caution is advised for crossing wildlife like deer.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Pitch-black and quiet with no foot traffic, remaining exceptionally secure from street crime.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no direct public transit service in Twin Maples; Howard County RTA buses and MTA Maryland commuter connections do not extend into this rural subdivision.
Parking is abundant and entirely free, primarily accommodated via large private residential driveways.
Things to do in Twin Maples
- Pick seasonal fruits and shop the farm market at nearby Larriland Farm
- Hike, fish, and birdwatch along the trails of the Morgan Run Natural Environment Area
- Tour and learn about equine rehabilitation at Days End Farm Horse Rescue
Local favorites
- Larriland Farm · Pick-Your-Own Farm · 4.7★ (1540)A popular family-owned orchard and market featuring pick-your-own berries, apples, and seasonal produce.
- Woodbine Inn · American Restaurant · 4.3★ (320)A cozy, historic local gathering place serving hearty comfort food, steaks, and drinks.
- Days End Farm Horse Rescue · Non-Profit / Animal Rescue · 4.8★ (140)A respected equine sanctuary offering guided tours and volunteer programs.
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.