Is Oakhaven Farms safe?
Chesterfield, Virginia · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Oakhaven Farms as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Oakhaven Farms
“Go. Oakhaven Farms is a peaceful, low-crime suburban neighborhood in Chesterfield County where visitors and residents face minimal safety concerns. The area is overwhelmingly residential, orderly, and secure. Standard precautions regarding locking vehicle doors are sufficient.”
About the area
Oakhaven Farms is an established single-family residential subdivision situated in Chesterfield County, south of the James River. Characterized by spacious wooded lots, quiet cul-de-sacs, and manicured yards, it offers a secluded suburban environment. It functions almost entirely as a commuter enclave with immediate access to nearby county parks and commercial corridors.
- Quiet Suburban
- Wooded Lots
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Oakhaven Farms
Walk score: 12/100 · Bike score: 24/100
There are no public bike-share stations or dedicated on-street bike lanes, but cyclists enjoy easy proximity to the extensive trail network at Pocahontas State Park.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to national and metropolitan averages
- High rate of homeownership with well-maintained single-family properties
- Strong economic stability supported by above-average median household incomes and low poverty levels
- Low-traffic neighborhood streets with minimal pass-through vehicle volume
Cons
- Completely car-dependent with zero commercial destinations within walking distance
- Limited street lighting and lack of continuous sidewalks on some interior residential streets
- Isolated from emergency services compared to denser urban Chesterfield centers
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Oakhaven Farms, with no encampments or panhandling in the immediate residential area.
What Oakhaven Farms is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and bright, with residents walking dogs and minimal commuter traffic leaving the subdivision.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Safe and quiet with occasional delivery vans and residents tending to yards.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and family-oriented, feeling very secure for an evening stroll before sundown.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Exceptionally quiet and dark with virtually no foot traffic and extremely low crime risk.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit does not serve Oakhaven Farms directly; the regional transit agency (GRTC) operates only limited express commuter and park-and-ride routes along primary county arterials several miles away.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, with private multi-car driveways and free, unrestricted parking available along residential curb lines.
Things to do in Oakhaven Farms
- Explore the extensive hiking, mountain biking, and aquatic trails at nearby Pocahontas State Park
- Play tennis, pickleball, or walk the wooded loop at nearby Rockwood Park
- Spend a relaxing afternoon by the Swift Creek Reservoir at Sunday Park
Local favorites
- The Boathouse at Sunday Park · Seafood Restaurant · 4.4★ (2850)Scenic waterfront dining destination offering fresh seafood and sunset views over Swift Creek Reservoir.
- Sergio's Pizza · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (1520)Longstanding local staple known for authentic specialty pizzas, pasta dishes, and an extensive craft beer list.
- Steam Bell Beer Works · Brewery · 4.6★ (510)Family-run craft brewery featuring seasonal brews, live music, and outdoor patio seating.
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.