Is Broadmoor safe?
Chesapeake, Virginia · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Broadmoor as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Broadmoor
“Go. Broadmoor is a tranquil, established residential neighborhood in Chesapeake that offers a quiet suburban environment for visitors. Violent crime is uncommon here, though standard precautions against opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins should be observed.”
About the area
Broadmoor is an older suburban community characterized by mid-century single-family ranch homes, mature trees, and calm residential streets. It sits conveniently close to major thoroughfares like Military Highway and I-64, offering quick access to Chesapeake's commercial centers and neighboring Norfolk.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Broadmoor
Walk score: 32/100 · Bike score: 41/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes within the neighborhood, but quiet residential roads are easy to navigate on a bicycle; no bike-share hubs exist in the immediate vicinity.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to regional urban cores in Hampton Roads
- High rate of long-term homeownership fostering neighborhood stability
- Close proximity to the Greenbrier retail district and major interstate transit arteries
- Quiet residential streets with minimal through-traffic
Cons
- Occasional isolated property offenses including theft from unlocked vehicles
- Car-dependent layout with sparse pedestrian infrastructure along bordering arterials
- Limited commercial or dining options located directly within the interior neighborhood
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within Broadmoor's residential blocks, with occasional panhandling limited to major intersections along commercial stretches of Military Highway.
What Broadmoor is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe with residents walking dogs and heading out for morning commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and pleasant with light neighborhood activity and school transit.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential atmosphere where streets remain generally safe for walking under suburban lighting.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic and quiet; remains generally secure, though visibility on interior streets depends on residential lighting.
Transit, parking and getting around
Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) provides bus service along nearby arterial corridors such as Military Highway (Route 15 and Route 6), though internal residential streets have no direct transit routes and require a short walk to reach main stops.
Street parking is free, widely available, and unrestricted throughout residential roads, while all homes feature private driveways.
Things to do in Broadmoor
- Take a stroll or jog along the peaceful residential lanes of Broadmoor
- Visit nearby Chesapeake City Park for outdoor events, walking trails, and open green space
- Explore shopping and dining options along the nearby Military Highway and Greenbrier corridors
Local favorites
- The Cutting Edge Cafe · Cafe / Bakery · 4.8★ (460)Popular local cafe nearby serving scratch-made sandwiches, seasonal baked goods, and specialty coffee.
- D'Egg West · Diner / Breakfast · 4.5★ (1150)Casual neighborhood spot known for generous breakfast plates, omelets, and classic brunch favorites.
- Daikichi Japanese Bistro · Japanese Restaurant · 4.6★ (890)Established local eatery offering fresh sushi rolls, bento boxes, and traditional Japanese entrees.
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.