Is Broyhill Crest safe?
Annandale, Virginia · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Broyhill Crest as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Broyhill Crest
“Go. Broyhill Crest is a safe, peaceful mid-century suburban enclave nestled in Fairfax County with very low crime rates. Visitors will find a tranquil, family-oriented neighborhood where standard common sense regarding vehicle security is all that is required.”
About the area
Broyhill Crest is an established 1950s subdivision in Annandale featuring well-kept brick ramblers, split-levels, and tree-shaded streets. While purely residential and car-oriented, it provides a calm atmosphere minutes from Annandale's renowned international dining scene and local county parks.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Mid-Century
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Broyhill Crest
Walk score: 34/100 · Bike score: 38/100
The neighborhood lacks dedicated bike lanes and Capital Bikeshare stations, though confident cyclists can connect to the nearby Holmes Run Stream Valley Trail via local connector roads.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and serious property crime rates than national and regional metro averages.
- High household incomes, low poverty, and strong homeownership providing long-term neighborhood stability.
- Quiet, low-traffic residential streets shaded by mature tree canopies.
Cons
- Suburban design lacks commercial storefronts inside the neighborhood boundaries, requiring a car for daily needs.
- Many interior residential streets lack dedicated sidewalks or pedestrian lighting.
- Occasional opportunistic theft from unlocked vehicles typical of suburban areas near major commuter roads.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within Broyhill Crest's residential streets, with any panhandling or unhoused presence confined to distant commercial strip corridors along Little River Turnpike.
What Broyhill Crest is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and pleasant with residents walking dogs and children heading to local schools.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and very safe with low vehicle traffic and routine delivery services.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm residential vibe as families return home; safe for evening strolls although street lighting is sparse.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and quiet with virtually no foot traffic; safe, though limited visibility requires awareness.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is managed by Fairfax Connector and WMATA Metrobus along border arterials like Annandale Road and Route 236, with the nearest Metrorail stations (Dunn Loring or East Falls Church on the Orange Line) roughly 4 to 5 miles away.
Curbside residential street parking is free, plentiful, and unmetered throughout the entire subdivision, with private driveways standard on most lots.
Things to do in Broyhill Crest
- Walk or picnic among the wooded grounds near the Broyhill Crest Recreation Club.
- Explore the walking trails, amphitheater, and farmers market at neighboring Mason District Park.
- Venture a short drive down Little River Turnpike for authentic Korean and Vietnamese dining.
Local favorites
- Kogiya Korean BBQ · Korean Barbecue Restaurant · 4.6★ (2900)Popular Annandale staple offering traditional tabletop Korean barbecue meats and classic side dishes.
- The Block · Food Court · 4.5★ (2200)Trendy food hall featuring an array of Asian street-food stalls, cocktails, and dessert vendors.
- Beanetics Coffee Roasters · Coffee Shop · 4.6★ (510)Independent micro-roastery serving small-batch specialty coffees and fresh baked 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.