Is Oak Hill safe?
Henrico, Virginia · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Oak Hill as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Oak Hill
“Go. Oak Hill in eastern Henrico County is a quiet, unassuming residential community that is generally safe for everyday visits. While commercial corridors along nearby thoroughfares experience standard suburban property theft, the interior residential streets remain tranquil.”
About the area
Oak Hill is a mature suburban neighborhood in eastern Henrico County characterized by mid-century single-family homes and modest tree-lined streets. It offers a calm, working-class atmosphere located just minutes from Richmond International Airport and downtown Richmond.
- Suburban
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet
- Established
Walking and biking in Oak Hill
Walk score: 32/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There are no dedicated bike lanes inside the neighborhood or bike-share stations, but the nearby Virginia Capital Trail is easily accessible by a brief drive with a bike rack.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Lower violent crime rates compared to adjacent eastern Richmond city neighborhoods
- High rates of stable, long-term homeownership and established residential blocks
- Convenient highway access to I-64, I-295, and Richmond International Airport
- Quiet neighborhood streets with minimal through-traffic
Cons
- Car break-ins and package theft occur sporadically along nearby arterial routes
- Pockets of lower household income and fewer amenities compared to western Henrico
- Limited street lighting and lack of continuous sidewalks on residential roads
- Highly dependent on personal vehicles for dining, shopping, and entertainment
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within residential Oak Hill, though occasional individuals asking for assistance may be seen near major intersections along Laburnum Avenue and Williamsburg Road.
What Oak Hill is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe as residents commute to work or walk dogs along residential lanes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and uneventful with moderate local traffic and routine neighborhood activity.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential winding down with good safety, though dimly lit streets require caution.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Generally quiet, but isolated streets see minimal presence; standard personal awareness is recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
GRTC provides regional bus service in eastern Henrico with local routes along major corridors like Nine Mile Road and Williamsburg Road, though interior Oak Hill streets require a drive or walk to access stops.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with virtually all properties featuring private driveways and unrestricted, free curbside parking along residential streets.
Things to do in Oak Hill
- Enjoy outdoor recreation and tennis courts at nearby Henrico county parks like Dorey Park
- Explore the historic aviation displays and flight watching around Richmond International Airport
- Take a short drive to the Virginia Capital Trail for cycling along the scenic James River corridor
Local favorites
- Ronnie's BBQ · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.5★ (1100)A beloved local joint serving authentic slow-smoked ribs, brisket, and soul food sides.
- Roberto Italian Restaurant · Italian Restaurant · 4.4★ (850)A cozy neighborhood fixture offering classic pasta dishes, subs, and hand-tossed pizzas.
- Mi Jalisco Mexican Restaurant · Mexican Restaurant · 4.3★ (920)Casual, family-run eatery known for hearty fajitas, fresh salsa, and quick service.
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.