Is Old Coach Hills safe?
Chesterfield, Virginia · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Old Coach Hills as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Old Coach Hills
“Go. Old Coach Hills is a peaceful, established suburban subdivision in Chesterfield County with low rates of violent crime and a stable community base. Visitors will find a typical residential setting where standard precautions against opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins are all that is necessary.”
About the area
Old Coach Hills is a quiet, leafy residential enclave located in northern Chesterfield County, featuring primarily mid-to-late 20th-century single-family homes. It offers immediate access to the bustling Midlothian Turnpike commercial corridor while maintaining a private, tranquil neighborhood environment.
- Suburban
- Quiet
- Tree-Lined
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Old Coach Hills
Walk score: 24/100 · Bike score: 32/100
There are no bike-share stations in the immediate vicinity, and the subdivision lacks dedicated bike lanes, requiring cyclists to share roads with motor vehicles.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rate compared to regional urban averages
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes ensuring neighborhood stability
- Above-average median household income and low residential vacancy
- Close driving proximity to major shopping centers, healthcare, and dining along Route 60
Cons
- Occasional property crimes such as unlocked car trespassing near commercial corridors
- Strictly car-dependent layout with virtually no internal commercial amenities
- Lack of pedestrian infrastructure such as connected sidewalks and crosswalks within the community
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within the residential streets of Old Coach Hills, though occasional panhandling may occur along major intersections on Midlothian Turnpike.
What Old Coach Hills is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents walking dogs and commuting, with very low safety concerns.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet suburban streets with minimal through-traffic, offering a comfortable and secure environment.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential; well-lit driveways make evening neighborhood walks generally safe and pleasant.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet with minimal activity; safety remains solid though standard caution in dark areas is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is very limited; GRTC operates fixed-route bus services along parts of Midlothian Turnpike (Route 1A), but residential streets have no direct transit access.
Parking is exceptionally easy with ample private driveways and unrestricted, free residential street parking throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in Old Coach Hills
- Spend an afternoon enjoying the trails, playground, and tennis courts at nearby Huguenot Park
- Explore local history and scenic walking loops at Midlothian Mines Park a short drive west
- Shop and browse the extensive retail options at Chesterfield Towne Center
Local favorites
- Sergio's Pizza · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (1150)Popular local eatery serving NY-style pizza, hearty pastas, and an extensive craft beer list.
- Bell Greek Cuisine · Greek Restaurant · 4.6★ (890)Casual, beloved neighborhood joint offering authentic gyros, souvlaki, and Greek salads.
- Gelati Celesti Ice Cream · Ice Cream Shop · 4.8★ (1320)Well-known Richmond-area dessert parlor serving house-made craft ice cream with unique flavors.
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.