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Is Alanton safe?

Virginia Beach, Virginia · safety score updated nightly

94out of 100

Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.

VibeLoco rates Alanton as “Go”.

Gogo's take on Alanton

“Go. Alanton is one of the safest and most affluent residential enclaves in Virginia Beach, characterized by virtually non-existent violent crime and exceptionally well-maintained properties. While it is strictly residential and offers little commercial activity within its borders, visitors seeking quiet scenic walks or proximity to the bay will find it remarkably secure.”

About the area

Alanton is a prestigious waterfront community set along the inlets of Linkhorn Bay and Broad Bay on the Great Neck peninsula. The neighborhood is celebrated for its lush tree canopies, mid-century and custom coastal homes, and strong sense of community. It is heavily car-dependent, with retail, dining, and beach access located just a short drive away along Great Neck Road and Laskin Road.

  • Affluent Waterfront
  • Family-Friendly
  • Tree-Lined & Quiet
  • Car-Dependent

Walking and biking in Alanton

Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 42/100

There are no public bike-share stations in Alanton, but the slow neighborhood streets are popular for road biking, connecting north via Great Neck Road toward the Cape Henry Trail in First Landing State Park.

Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice

Pros

  • Violent and property crime rates are among the lowest in the Hampton Roads region.
  • Affluent economic profile with high homeownership rates and median household incomes exceeding $160,000.
  • Serene, leafy residential lanes with scenic views of surrounding bays and tidal waterways.

Cons

  • Strictly residential zoning requires driving outside the neighborhood for any dining, retail, or entertainment.
  • Lack of sidewalks and municipal streetlighting on many interior streets can make nighttime navigation tricky.
  • Public waterfront access within the neighborhood itself is limited without private docks or neighborhood club membership.

Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a factor in Alanton; there are no encampments, panhandling, or homeless services located within the community.

What Alanton is like at each time of day

Morning · 5a – 11a
Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking dogs, and school buses moving through calm streets.
Afternoon · 11a – 5p
Quiet, sunlit residential lanes with low vehicle traffic and children playing outdoors safely.
Evening · 5p – 10p
Very safe and relaxing for neighborhood walks before twilight settles over the bay.
Late night · 10p – 5a
Exceptionally quiet and secure, though low ambient lighting means a flashlight or phone light is helpful for walking.

Transit, parking and getting around

Public transit does not run through Alanton; Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) provides bus service along peripheral corridors like Virginia Beach Boulevard and Laskin Road, but a personal vehicle or rideshare is essential.

Parking is abundant and free along residential curbs, though most parking occurs on private driveways; there are no meters or public garages.

Things to do in Alanton

  • Walk or jog along the shaded, winding streets to admire classic mid-century and contemporary coastal architecture.
  • Launch a kayak or paddleboard nearby on Broad Bay to explore the tranquil tidal inlets of Virginia Beach.
  • Take a five-minute drive north to explore the extensive maritime forest and hiking trails at First Landing State Park.

Local favorites

  • The Rustic Spoon · American Restaurant · 4.6★ (460)
    A cozy, upscale neighborhood eatery serving creative Southern-inspired American comfort dishes.
  • Aldo's Ristorante · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)
    Longstanding, elegant trattoria offering classic Italian entrees, handmade pasta, and an extensive wine list.
  • TASTE · Gourmet Specialty Shop & Deli · 4.6★ (690)
    Beloved local specialty food market and sandwich shop known for artisan boxed lunches and gourmet pantry goods.

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.