Is Lakewood Manor safe?
Henrico, Virginia · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Lakewood Manor as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Lakewood Manor
“Go. Lakewood Manor is an exceptionally safe, quiet suburban enclave in Henrico's affluent West End. Visitors face virtually no violent crime risks, with safety concerns limited mostly to opportunistic unlocked vehicle theft. It is ideal for a peaceful stay or visiting family.”
About the area
Lakewood Manor is a tranquil, tree-lined residential community in Henrico County characterized by well-kept subdivisions, senior living campuses, and convenient access to West End retail centers. The area features low-density suburban living with excellent public infrastructure, manicured lawns, and a relaxed family-oriented pace.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Affluent
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Lakewood Manor
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 35/100
There are no municipal bike-share stations in this sector, but recreational cycling is common on quiet neighborhood loops and paved trails inside Deep Run Park.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Exceptionally low rates of violent crime and well-resourced Henrico County emergency services
- High homeownership rate, high median incomes, and well-maintained residential properties
- Immediate proximity to prime West End amenities, parks, and dining options
- Quiet, family-friendly neighborhood streets with minimal through-traffic
Cons
- Substantially car-dependent with patchy sidewalk coverage on arterial corridors
- Occasional opportunistic thefts from unlocked vehicles in driveways and retail lots
- Lack of walkable nightlife or cultural attractions within the immediate subdivision
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in this suburban residential neighborhood.
What Lakewood Manor is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking pets, and commuting along quiet residential lanes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe throughout, with standard suburban traffic around school dismissals and shopping plazas.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and secure, with families outdoors and pleasant conditions for an evening stroll.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very tranquil and dark with virtually no foot traffic or safety concerns, though main roads lack streetlights.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is very limited; GRTC operates fixed-route bus services mainly along primary arterials further north and east, leaving the neighborhood reliant on personal vehicles and rideshares.
Parking is abundant and entirely free, with ample space across private residential driveways, open curb parking, and large shopping center surface lots.
Things to do in Lakewood Manor
- Walk the wooded trails and boardwalks around the ponds at nearby Deep Run Park
- Browse local boutiques and pick up specialty foods at Gayton Crossing Shopping Center
- Explore the raised boardwalks and nature scenery along the Tuckahoe Creek Park trail
Local favorites
- Tarrant's West · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (1850)Upscale yet approachable eatery known for seafood, gourmet pizzas, and comfort classics.
- Melito's · American Diner & Deli · 4.6★ (620)Longtime family-owned neighborhood staple serving classic hot dogs, sandwiches, and comfort fare.
- Anokha Cuisine of India · Indian Restaurant · 4.6★ (1150)Sophisticated contemporary dining room offering refined, authentic regional Indian specialties.
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.