Is Worthington safe?
Owings Mills, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Worthington as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Worthington
“Go. Worthington is a stable, quiet suburban enclave in Owings Mills characterized by low violent crime and well-maintained residential pockets. Visitors can feel comfortable exploring the area, though standard suburban awareness regarding vehicle security in shared parking lots is recommended.”
Local Baltimore County precinct reports reflect low violent crime, with police activity mostly focused on occasional automotive break-ins in retail and apartment parking lots.
About the area
Worthington is a peaceful suburban community in northern Owings Mills, offering a mix of single-family subdivisions, townhomes, and proximity to the Reisterstown commercial strip. It serves primarily as a residential commuter haven with easy access to regional parks and local dining.
- Suburban
- Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Worthington
Walk score: 32/100 · Bike score: 35/100
There are no public bike-share programs in the area, and dedicated bike lanes are scarce, though nearby Northwest Regional Park offers paved multi-use loops.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are low and well below Baltimore metropolitan averages
- Solid economic base with median household incomes exceeding county averages
- Well-maintained housing stock and stable residential subdivisions
- Convenient access to major commuter routes like I-795 and nearby parklands
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes, including package theft and vehicle break-ins
- Car-dependent layout requiring driving for nearly all errands and dining
- Quiet, dimly lit residential streets with negligible foot traffic late at night
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Worthington, with occasional panhandling largely confined to major retail intersections along Reisterstown Road.
What Worthington is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Bright and peaceful with steady commuter departures, school bus routes, and residents walking dogs.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and secure with moderate suburban traffic around shopping plazas and local schools.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued and family-oriented as residents settle in, remaining safe for walks on residential sidewalks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet with minimal activity; personal safety remains high, but parking lots and side streets are dark.
Transit, parking and getting around
The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) operates local bus routes such as Route 87 along Reisterstown Road, and the Owings Mills Metro SubwayLink Station is approximately a 5-to-10 minute drive away.
Parking is readily available and free throughout the area, consisting of private driveways, residential curb parking, and expansive shopping center surface lots.
Things to do in Worthington
- Enjoy the walking trails, athletic fields, and open greenery at Northwest Regional Park
- Browse local shops and regional eateries along the Reisterstown Road corridor
- Take a scenic drive through the adjacent equestrian pastures of Worthington Valley
Local favorites
- Artful Gourmet Bistro · American Bistro · 4.5★ (940)A cozy, long-standing local favorite serving contemporary American fare, fresh seafood, and craft cocktails.
- Linwoods · Fine Dining · 4.6★ (1180)Renowned upscale restaurant offering refined seasonal dishes, an extensive wine list, and polished service.
- Pho Dat Thanh · Vietnamese Restaurant · 4.5★ (680)Casual strip-mall eatery known for generous bowls of traditional pho, broken rice platters, and spring rolls.
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.