Is Moores Corner safe?
Stafford, Virginia · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Moores Corner as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Moores Corner
“Go. Moores Corner is a safe, semi-rural residential community in Stafford County with minimal crime and a quiet, family-oriented atmosphere. While there are few traditional tourist attractions within the immediate crossroads, visitors passing through or staying nearby will find a peaceful and very secure environment.”
About the area
Moores Corner is a tranquil, wooded exurban community in western Stafford County characterized by single-family homes, rolling hills, and small local service businesses. It offers a relaxed countryside feel while remaining within easy driving distance of suburban shopping centers along Route 17 and historic Fredericksburg.
- Rural / Semi-Suburban
- Quiet & Wooded
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Moores Corner
Walk score: 7/100 · Bike score: 18/100
There are no bike-share stations or dedicated bike lanes in the immediate area; cycling is generally limited to experienced road cyclists riding the paved shoulders of rural routes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Exceptionally low rates of violent and property crime compared to national averages
- High median household incomes and strong homeownership rates across western Stafford County
- Peaceful, low-density neighborhood setting with minimal commercial traffic
Cons
- Extremely car-dependent with virtually no pedestrian infrastructure or sidewalks
- Narrow, winding rural roads with limited street lighting after dark
- Very limited commercial amenities or dining options directly within the immediate area
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in this semi-rural area, with social services and shelters located further southeast in the Fredericksburg city core.
What Moores Corner is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and quiet, with light commuter traffic on primary rural connector roads and zero safety concerns.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and residential, safe for outdoor yard activities or driving through the scenic countryside.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and dark as commuter traffic winds down, maintaining high safety levels with minimal public activity.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low-activity and peaceful, though narrow unlit roads require careful nighttime driving.
Transit, parking and getting around
There is no fixed-route public transit serving Moores Corner directly. FRED (Fredericksburg Regional Transit) operates in more central areas of Stafford and Fredericksburg, and the nearest commuter rail is the VRE Leeland Road or Brooke Station roughly 12 miles away.
Parking is completely private and off-street in residential driveways or free open surface lots at local businesses and parks.
Things to do in Moores Corner
- Explore nature trails and open fields at nearby Curtis Memorial Park
- Play a round of golf at the scenic The Gauntlet Golf Club just a short drive away
- Pick up fresh local produce and seasonal goods at nearby family farm stands
Local favorites
- Hartwood Winery · Winery · 4.6★ (185)A historic local vineyard offering tastings, scenic outdoor seating, and regional Virginia wines.
- Vinny's Italian Grill · Italian Restaurant · 4.3★ (620)Popular nearby spot serving hearty pasta dishes, New York-style pizza, and classic Italian subs.
- Poplar Springs Market · Convenience Store · 4.4★ (45)Neighborhood convenience stop offering fuel, snacks, and everyday essentials for local commuters.
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.