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Is Chesopeian Colony safe?

Virginia Beach, Virginia · safety score updated nightly

91out of 100

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

VibeLoco rates Chesopeian Colony as “Go”.

Gogo's take on Chesopeian Colony

“Go. Chesopeian Colony is an exceptionally safe, affluent, and scenic waterfront residential enclave in Virginia Beach. Visitors will encounter peaceful suburban streets and very low crime, though there is little commercial activity directly within the subdivision.”

About the area

Chesopeian Colony is an established, picturesque neighborhood set along the winding branches of the Lynnhaven River. Known for large wooded lots, mid-century to modern custom homes, and private boat docks, it offers a tranquil coastal retreat. Because it is purely residential, visitors typically visit for waterfront views, quiet strolls, or to access nearby commercial corridors.

  • Waterfront Enclave
  • Tree-Lined
  • Affluent & Quiet
  • Car-Dependent

Walking and biking in Chesopeian Colony

Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 36/100

There are no dedicated bike lanes within the neighborhood, but the quiet residential streets are easy to ride on. Shared-micromobility programs do not operate here, and connections to major regional trails require riding along busier arterial roads.

Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice

Pros

  • Virtually zero reported violent crime and very low property crime rates
  • Affluent economic profile with high median household incomes and high homeownership rates
  • Secluded peninsula layout limits through-traffic, preserving a quiet residential environment
  • Well-maintained properties with mature tree canopy and scenic riverfront vistas

Cons

  • Strictly residential with zero retail, dining, or services inside the subdivision
  • Isolated layout requires a vehicle for virtually all basic errands and activities
  • Occasional unlocked vehicle rifling reported in greater Lynnhaven/Virginia Beach Boulevard areas

Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within Chesopeian Colony due to its secluded residential geography. Any minor panhandling or service needs in the vicinity are confined to commercial strip centers along the primary Virginia Beach Boulevard corridor.

What Chesopeian Colony is like at each time of day

Morning · 5a – 11a
Peaceful and serene with neighborhood residents walking dogs, jogging, or preparing boats along the waterways.
Afternoon · 11a – 5p
Very quiet with low vehicle traffic, safe for walking along local residential streets.
Evening · 5p – 10p
Calm and residential with ambient porch lighting and almost no street-level disruptions.
Late night · 10p – 5a
Extremely quiet and dark due to minimal street lighting, but remains safe with virtually no foot traffic.

Transit, parking and getting around

Public transit is operated by Hampton Roads Transit (HRT), with bus Route 20 running along Virginia Beach Boulevard just outside the neighborhood. There is no direct rail or BRT service in this area, and bus access requires walking out of the subdivision.

Parking within the neighborhood is free on residential streets or in private driveways, with no metered zones or parking garages. Commercial areas nearby on Virginia Beach Boulevard offer ample free surface parking lots.

Things to do in Chesopeian Colony

  • Take a quiet walk or jog along tree-lined streets with scenic views of the Lynnhaven River
  • Paddleboard or kayak through the tranquil waterways of the Lynnhaven inlet system
  • Visit the nearby historic Lynnhaven House to explore colonial tidewater architecture

Local favorites

  • The Rustic Spoon · American Restaurant · 4.6★ (680)
    A cozy, highly rated neighborhood bistro located nearby on Virginia Beach Boulevard serving elevated comfort food.
  • Aldo's Ristorante · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (850)
    A long-running upscale establishment serving classic handmade pasta, steaks, and wine just minutes away at La Promenade.
  • The Bagel Baker · Bakery / Bagel Shop · 4.6★ (1200)
    A popular local spot near the neighborhood corridor offering authentic New York-style kettle-boiled bagels and breakfast sandwiches.

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.