Is Dam Neck Corner safe?
Virginia Beach, Virginia · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Dam Neck Corner as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Dam Neck Corner
“Go. Dam Neck Corner is an exceptionally safe, quiet suburban and commercial corridor catering heavily to military families, defense workers, and long-term residents. Visitors will find practically no violent crime concerns, though having a vehicle is essential for getting around.”
About the area
Dam Neck Corner is a functional, car-centric district in southern Virginia Beach centered around the intersection of Dam Neck Road, Princess Anne Road, and General Booth Boulevard. Dominated by strip retail centers, modern residential subdivisions, and close proximity to naval installations, it serves as a peaceful gateway between suburban VB and the rural Pungo area.
- Suburban / Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Military-Adjacent
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Dam Neck Corner
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 45/100
There is no local bike-share program in this district, though wide multi-use side-paths run along segments of Dam Neck Road and Princess Anne Road.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are negligible and well below both state and national averages.
- Strong median household incomes above $95,000 anchored by military and government employment.
- Clean, well-maintained commercial plazas and low vacancy across residential subdivisions.
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent layout with wide, high-speed arterials that are hostile to pedestrians.
- Occasional petty property crimes like opportunistic vehicle break-ins in shopping center parking lots.
- Jet noise from nearby Naval Air Station Oceana and Dam Neck Annex can be disruptive.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in this area. Encounters are extremely rare and isolated to occasional brief panhandling near major retail stoplights.
What Dam Neck Corner is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Active and orderly as commuters and military personnel head to work along Dam Neck Road with high perceived safety.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy commercial plazas and school traffic dominate the area; totally comfortable and secure for shopping and errands.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and relaxed as strip malls wind down and residents patronize local family-oriented restaurants.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very calm and deserted with minimal foot traffic, presenting virtually no street safety concerns outside of dark, unlit road shoulders.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is managed by Hampton Roads Transit (HRT), with limited local bus service (Route 33) operating along General Booth Boulevard. There is no light rail or BRT connection in this part of Virginia Beach, making personal vehicles essentially mandatory.
Parking is abundant, free, and accessible via large surface lots at all commercial centers and driveways in residential areas.
Things to do in Dam Neck Corner
- Stroll through the Japanese gardens and cherry blossoms at nearby Red Wing Park.
- Practice your swing or play 18 holes at the adjacent Virginia Beach National Golf Club.
- Explore local shopping, dining, and seasonal events at the nearby Landstown Commons outdoor shopping center.
Local favorites
- Lucky Oyster Seafood Grill · Seafood Restaurant · 4.4★ (2850)Laid-back, nautical-themed local favorite serving fresh oysters, crab cakes, and regional seafood fare.
- Flip Flops Grill & Chill · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (1150)Casual, beachy neighborhood grill known for hearty burgers, wraps, and an extensive craft beer list.
- Primo Pizzeria · Pizza Restaurant · 4.6★ (520)Family-owned strip-mall joint dishing out classic New York-style thin-crust pizza and calzones.
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.