Is North Landing safe?
Virginia Beach, Virginia · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates North Landing as “Go”.
Gogo's take on North Landing
“Go. North Landing is an exceptionally safe, serene rural-residential community in southern Virginia Beach. Visitors will encounter virtually no street crime, though a personal vehicle is essential due to the lack of suburban infrastructure.”
About the area
North Landing is a quiet, expansive semi-rural district surrounded by waterways, protected wetlands, and agricultural land. It serves primarily as a tranquil residential enclave and a gateway for outdoor water sports along the North Landing River.
- Rural / Scenic
- Quiet
- Waterfront
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in North Landing
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 22/100
There are no public bike-share programs or dedicated cycling trails in North Landing; cyclists must share narrow, two-lane rural roads without paved shoulders.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Exceptionally low rates of violent and property crime relative to state and national benchmarks
- High rates of homeownership and well-maintained single-family properties
- Scenic access to natural waterways, coastal preserves, and outdoor recreation
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with sparse sidewalks, lighting, or transit access
- Narrow two-lane rural roads present driving hazards, especially in low visibility or around wildlife
- Substantial distance from major emergency medical facilities and commercial centers
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is essentially non-existent in North Landing due to its rural character, low density, and lack of transit connections or shelters.
What North Landing is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with morning fog lifting over marshland, feeling totally secure for outdoor morning activity.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and open with occasional local traffic along country roads and recreation along the waterways.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and dark as daytime activity winds down, presenting no safety issues beyond unlit rural roadways.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Pitch-black and exceptionally quiet with virtually zero foot traffic or crime, though drivers should watch for crossing wildlife.
Transit, parking and getting around
Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) does not offer regular fixed-route bus service or light rail (The Tide) to North Landing, requiring private vehicles for all travel.
Free, easy surface parking is widely available at residential properties, boat launches, and local commercial venues with no parking meters or garages.
Things to do in North Landing
- Launch a kayak, canoe, or paddleboard along the North Landing River waterways
- Explore protected coastal habitats at the nearby North Landing River Natural Area Preserve
- Tour local farm stands and equestrian facilities across the southern Virginia Beach countryside
Local favorites
- North Landing Beach RV Resort & Cottages · Campground & Resort · 4.3★ (850)Waterfront RV camping and cottage retreat featuring private beach access and kayak rentals.
- Blue Pete's Restaurant · Seafood Restaurant · 4.5★ (2600)Renowned local institution serving fresh coastal seafood in a relaxed creekside setting nearby.
- Sawdust Road · Coffee Shop · 4.8★ (320)Charming nearby coffee outpost known for artisanal roasts, baked goods, and cozy country decor.
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.