I've lived in the southeast corner of the neighborhood since 2018, pretty close to Bladensburg, and while I like it and have never felt my personal safety was threatened (I'm a white 35F), I would say it's a block-by-block kind of neighborhood. My block feels safe to me, I know many of my neighbors, and there are several older long term residents who kind of keep an eye out during the day. We keep our car parked on the street and have never had an issue. Worst that's happened in my personal experience is package theft and sometimes you will encounter people on the street (or occasionally, in your yard) who may be experiencing a mental health or drug issue.
All that said, there are other blocks in the neighborhood I will generally avoid if I'm out for a walk. I agree with others who suggest taking a look around during the day and during the night to see how you feel. I like living in Trinidad, but it's where I landed after 10+ years in the city and might not be a great first choice if you're not moving from another urban area where you've had some similar experiences.
abaybailz t1_j92tlb8 wrote
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I've lived in the southeast corner of the neighborhood since 2018, pretty close to Bladensburg, and while I like it and have never felt my personal safety was threatened (I'm a white 35F), I would say it's a block-by-block kind of neighborhood. My block feels safe to me, I know many of my neighbors, and there are several older long term residents who kind of keep an eye out during the day. We keep our car parked on the street and have never had an issue. Worst that's happened in my personal experience is package theft and sometimes you will encounter people on the street (or occasionally, in your yard) who may be experiencing a mental health or drug issue.
All that said, there are other blocks in the neighborhood I will generally avoid if I'm out for a walk. I agree with others who suggest taking a look around during the day and during the night to see how you feel. I like living in Trinidad, but it's where I landed after 10+ years in the city and might not be a great first choice if you're not moving from another urban area where you've had some similar experiences.