Is Wood Point safe?
Hagerstown, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Wood Point as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Wood Point
“Go. Wood Point is a calm, predominantly residential area on the outskirts of Hagerstown with notably lower crime rates than the central city. Visitors will find a tranquil rural-suburban atmosphere, though standard situational awareness is advised along connecting county thoroughfares.”
About the area
Wood Point is a quiet, semi-rural community located northwest of downtown Hagerstown in Washington County. It features modest single-family homes, open acreage, and easy access to both pastoral countryside and regional shopping corridors.
- Quiet Suburban
- Semi-Rural
- Car-Dependent
- Peaceful
Walking and biking in Wood Point
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 25/100
There are no public bike-share programs in the area, and cyclists must share narrow two-lane roadways with motor vehicles due to a lack of designated bike lanes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to urban Hagerstown core
- High homeownership rate and well-maintained residential properties
- Peaceful semi-rural setting with low noise and congestion
Cons
- Extremely car-dependent with virtually no sidewalk infrastructure
- Limited street lighting along narrow county roads at night
- Occasional opportunistic property theft or vehicle prowling
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Wood Point. Social services, shelters, and encampments are situated closer to downtown Hagerstown.
What Wood Point is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Quiet and safe with residential commuters and school buses moving along local roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and low-stress, though walking along roads requires caution due to narrow shoulders.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Peaceful and dark with minimal street lighting, keeping outdoor activity limited.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet with virtually no foot traffic, maintaining a safe and secluded environment.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is extremely limited in this area; Washington County Transit (WCT) serves Hagerstown proper, requiring a car or rideshare to connect to city bus routes.
Parking is ample and free throughout the area via private driveways and commercial surface lots, with no parking meters or parking garages present.
Things to do in Wood Point
- Take a scenic drive through the rolling farmland along Broadfording and Wood Point Roads
- Visit nearby Fairgrounds Park for walking trails, sports fields, and community festivals
- Explore regional art and nature at Hagerstown City Park and the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
Local favorites
- Pennsylvania Dutch Market · Farmers Market · 4.7★ (2600)Bustling indoor market featuring fresh baked goods, meats, and regional comfort foods.
- Rik's Cafe · American Restaurant · 4.7★ (1250)Popular local spot serving gourmet sandwiches, fresh salads, and craft cocktails.
- Benny's Pub · Pub & Grill · 4.4★ (850)Neighborhood tavern known for an extensive craft beer selection and pub fare.
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.