Is Moneys Corner safe?
Reston, Virginia · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Moneys Corner as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Moneys Corner
“Go. Moneys Corner is an exceptionally safe, affluent residential enclave in Fairfax County with virtually nonexistent violent crime. Visitors will find quiet, tree-lined streets and standard suburban surroundings with no major safety concerns.”
About the area
Moneys Corner is a peaceful residential neighborhood nestled on the southern edge of Reston near Oakton and Fox Mill. Dominated by single-family homes, lush woodland buffers, and connected trail networks, it offers a tranquil retreat within easy driving distance of Reston Town Center.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Wooded / Quiet
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Moneys Corner
Walk score: 24/100 · Bike score: 42/100
Cyclists have direct access to Reston's extensive 55-mile paved trail system and can easily connect to the regional Washington & Old Dominion (W&OD) Railroad Trail.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are extraordinarily low, well below national and state averages
- High median household incomes exceeding $160,000 and negligible poverty rates
- Well-maintained properties, high homeownership rates, and stable suburban infrastructure
Cons
- Highly car-dependent with minimal commercial or retail establishments within walking distance
- Occasional suburban crimes of opportunity such as unlocked vehicle break-ins
- Limited street lighting on residential and secondary roads at night
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in this purely residential neighborhood, with emergency sheltering and support services based farther west in Herndon (Embry Rucker Community Shelter).
What Moneys Corner is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, joggers, and school-bound commuters moving through the neighborhood.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet, sunlit residential streets with minimal through-traffic and a relaxed suburban feel.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and safe as residents return home, though limited street lighting requires caution when walking along roadways.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and safe with almost zero pedestrian traffic and very low incident rates.
Transit, parking and getting around
Fairfax Connector buses serve nearby arteries like Lawyers Road and Reston Parkway, connecting to the Wiehle-Reston East Metro Silver Line station approximately 2.5 miles away.
Parking is straightforward and free, with ample space in private driveways, designated community bays, and open residential street parking.
Things to do in Moneys Corner
- Walk or jog along the scenic Reston Association pathway network weaving through nearby woods
- Explore nature trails and wetlands at the nearby Walker Nature Center
- Spend an afternoon golfing or practicing your swing at Reston National Golf Course nearby
Local favorites
- Lucia's Italian Ristorante · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (680)Cozy neighborhood spot serving classic pasta dishes, pizza, and Italian entrees in nearby Fox Mill Center.
- Lake Anne Coffee House & Wine Bar · Cafe & Wine Bar · 4.4★ (920)Charming waterside cafe offering specialty espresso, breakfast, and evening small plates.
- Passion Fish · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (2100)Upscale dining destination serving fresh coastal seafood and sushi at Reston Town Center.
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.