Is Bayhill Pointe safe?
Chesterfield, Virginia · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Bayhill Pointe as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Bayhill Pointe
“Go. Bayhill Pointe is an exceptionally safe, quiet, and well-maintained master-planned residential community in Chesterfield County. Visitors will find peaceful suburban streets, low crime rates, and easy access to outdoor recreation around the Swift Creek Reservoir.”
About the area
Bayhill Pointe is a modern residential neighborhood located along the Hull Street Road corridor in western Chesterfield County. Characterized by spacious single-family homes, manicured lawns, and tree-lined streets, it offers a classic tranquil suburban environment.
- Family-Friendly
- Suburban / Quiet
- Car-Dependent
- Well-Manicured
Walking and biking in Bayhill Pointe
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 24/100
The neighborhood lacks dedicated bike lanes, but low-speed residential streets are comfortable for neighborhood cycling; there is no bike-share system in this area.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime and property crime rates are well below national and metropolitan averages
- High rate of homeownership and high median household income exceeding county averages
- Well-kept neighborhood infrastructure with quiet residential cul-de-sacs and community amenities
Cons
- Strictly residential with virtually no commercial establishments within walking distance
- Heavy car dependency for shopping, dining, and daily commuting
- Traffic congestion during peak rush hours along the nearby US Route 360 (Hull Street Road) corridor
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Bayhill Pointe or the surrounding residential developments.
What Bayhill Pointe is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with neighborhood residents walking dogs and joggers out on residential sidewalks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with light neighborhood traffic as families go about their routines.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Pleasant and very safe for evening strolls with active outdoor yard work and neighborhood activity before dark.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and dark with virtually zero foot traffic and a very high sense of personal safety.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is not available in Bayhill Pointe; GRTC bus service does not extend to this outer suburban area of Chesterfield County, making a personal vehicle essential.
Parking is exceptionally easy with ample private residential driveways, two-car garages, and unrestricted free street parking on subdivision roads.
Things to do in Bayhill Pointe
- Walk or jog along the quiet subdivision streets and local neighborhood cul-de-sacs
- Visit nearby Swift Creek Reservoir for scenic waterfront views and boating access
- Explore nature trails and sports fields at nearby River City Sportsplex
Local favorites
- Sergio's Pizza · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (1150)Popular local spot serving New York-style pizza, pasta dishes, and an extensive craft beer list.
- The Boathouse at Sunday Park · Seafood Restaurant · 4.4★ (2350)Scenic lakeside dining offering fresh coastal seafood and sweeping views of Swift Creek Reservoir.
- Steam Bell Beer Works · Brewery · 4.7★ (420)Family-friendly craft brewery nearby featuring rotating seasonal beers and regular live music.
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.