Is Hazel Hill safe?
Fredericksburg, Virginia · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Hazel Hill as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Hazel Hill
“Go with care. Hazel Hill offers convenient access to historic downtown Fredericksburg and scenic riverside recreation, making it a functional and accessible home base. Daytime visits are generally pleasant and uneventful, though visitors should exercise standard awareness after dark around quieter residential blocks.”
About the area
Hazel Hill is a mixed residential neighborhood situated immediately south of Fredericksburg's core historic district along the Rappahannock River. It features a blend of historic single-family homes, multi-family apartment communities, and nearby municipal parkland.
- Historic
- Riverside
- Urban-Suburban Mix
- Walkable to Downtown
Walking and biking in Hazel Hill
Walk score: 78/100 · Bike score: 72/100
Well-connected to the Rappahannock River Heritage Trail and the Virginia Central Railway Trail, though dedicated municipal bike-share docks are not available.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Convenient 10-to-15-minute walk to Fredericksburg's downtown shopping, dining, and commuter rail station.
- Immediate access to riverside recreation and the Rappahannock River Heritage Trail network.
- Relatively low violent crime rates compared to broader regional and national urban averages.
Cons
- Higher rates of localized property crimes and vehicle break-ins relative to surrounding suburban counties.
- Inconsistent street lighting on residential side streets and alleys after dusk.
- Higher concentrations of economic distress and rental density relative to northern Fredericksburg suburbs.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal to moderate, with occasional unhoused individuals passing through or resting in nearby riverfront parks and near downtown social service providers.
What Hazel Hill is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Calm and peaceful as commuters depart and dog walkers head toward the riverfront trails.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Active and generally safe with steady pedestrian and vehicle traffic moving toward downtown.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential feel, though caution is recommended along less illuminated side streets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Streets are largely deserted; situational awareness is advised against opportunistic property crime.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by FXBGO! bus routes, and the Fredericksburg VRE and Amtrak station is located about a 10-to-15-minute walk north along Caroline Street.
Free and unmetered residential street parking is widely available, with municipal parking lots and garages situated within a short walk closer to downtown.
Things to do in Hazel Hill
- Walk or run along the scenic Rappahannock River Heritage Trail.
- Explore the historic landmarks, antique stores, and bakeries along southern Princess Anne Street.
- Visit Dixon Park for outdoor sports, walking paths, and community events.
Local favorites
- Mason-Dixon Cafe · American Restaurant · 4.6★ (2150)Down-home Southern scratch kitchen famous for hearty breakfasts, creative sandwiches, and comfort food.
- 25 30 Espresso · Coffee Shop · 4.7★ (530)Cozy independent cafe serving specialty espresso drinks, loose-leaf teas, and fresh baked goods.
- Curitiba Art Cafe · Cafe & Bar · 4.7★ (460)Vibrant Brazilian-inspired cafe offering specialty coffee, wine, cocktails, and light bites in an artistic space.
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.