Is Bexley West safe?
Chesterfield, Virginia · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Bexley West as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Bexley West
“Go. Bexley West is a secure, quiet, and established suburban neighborhood in Chesterfield County with minimal violent crime and a high standard of living. It offers an exceptionally safe environment for visitors and residents, though having a personal vehicle is essential for getting around.”
About the area
Bexley West is a peaceful residential community in northern Chesterfield County characterized by mature trees and well-kept single-family homes on generous lots. While strictly residential within the neighborhood itself, it provides quick vehicle access to commercial centers along Midlothian Turnpike and the Powhite Parkway corridor.
- Quiet Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Bexley West
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no bike-share stations or dedicated on-street bike lanes, but neighborhood streets have low traffic volumes suitable for recreational cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than regional and national averages
- High homeownership rate and stable household incomes ensure well-maintained properties
- Quiet, low-traffic residential streets safe for families and outdoor recreation
- Close proximity to county parks and well-developed suburban amenities
Cons
- Car-dependent setting with zero commercial amenities within walking distance
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked vehicle larcenies
- Inconsistent sidewalk connectivity throughout older sections of the subdivision
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not present in Bexley West, with no encampments or panhandling observed within the neighborhood.
What Bexley West is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and calm, with neighbors walking dogs and minimal commuter cut-through traffic.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and safe, featuring light residential movement and school bus traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Relaxed and suburban, with families outside and very low noise levels.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Dark and extremely quiet, maintaining high safety levels with practically no street-level activity.
Transit, parking and getting around
Bexley West has no direct public transit service; the Greater Richmond Transit Company (GRTC) operates fixed routes primarily within the Richmond city core and limited express park-and-rides along major highways.
Parking is completely unrestricted and free, with ample space in private driveways and on quiet residential curbs.
Things to do in Bexley West
- Walk or jog along the quiet, tree-shaded residential loops
- Visit nearby Rockwood Park for nature trails, tennis courts, and sports complexes
- Explore the walking paths and industrial history at Midlothian Mines Park a short drive away
Local favorites
- Wood & Iron Gameday Bistro · American Restaurant / Sports Bar · 4.6★ (1850)Popular nearby gathering spot featuring smoked wings, scratch-made American fare, and an extensive craft beer list.
- Sergio's Pizza · Pizza / Italian · 4.5★ (1420)Longtime local staple serving specialty New York-style pizzas and Italian classics with a curated draft list.
- The Treat Shop Richmond · Bakery / Donut Shop · 4.7★ (410)Cozy nearby bakery known for creative gourmet donuts, breakfast pastries, and ice cream.
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.