Is Pines of Warrick safe?
Chesapeake, Virginia · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Pines of Warrick as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Pines of Warrick
“Go. Pines of Warrick is an established, quiet residential enclave in Chesapeake's Western Branch sector with minimal safety concerns. Visitors and residents experience very low violent crime and a calm, suburban neighborhood environment.”
About the area
Pines of Warrick is a tranquil single-family neighborhood located in the Western Branch borough of Chesapeake, Virginia. It features mature trees, well-tended yards, and cul-de-sac streets typical of mid-Atlantic suburban living. While entirely residential, it sits just minutes away from major regional retail and dining hubs along Taylor Road and Western Branch Boulevard.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Tree-Lined
Walking and biking in Pines of Warrick
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 34/100
There is no local bike-share program, and cycling is best suited for low-speed residential streets due to limited dedicated bike lanes on surrounding major roads.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are exceptionally low compared to national and metropolitan benchmarks.
- High rates of owner-occupied housing with stable, above-average median household incomes.
- Quiet, low-traffic residential streets safe for daytime walking and family activities.
Cons
- Virtually zero retail or dining options within walking distance inside the subdivision.
- Occasional opportunistic property crime, such as unlocked vehicle trespassing at night.
- Heavy reliance on personal vehicles for all daily errands and regional commutes.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within Pines of Warrick, with supportive services and shelters located in urban centers across Portsmouth and Norfolk.
What Pines of Warrick is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and safe, with neighbors out walking dogs and heading off on morning commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Peaceful residential atmosphere with minimal through-traffic and safe conditions for outdoor activities.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued suburban wind-down with families returning home and safe street conditions.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and quiet with virtually no activity; standard vigilance regarding locking vehicles is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) operates limited bus routes along peripheral arterials like Western Branch Boulevard, but there is no direct public transit service or light rail station within the neighborhood.
Street parking and private driveway parking are abundant, unrestricted, and completely free throughout the neighborhood.
Things to do in Pines of Warrick
- Enjoy sports fields, walking trails, and playgrounds at nearby Western Branch Park.
- Shop, dine, and run errands along the bustling Taylor Road and Portsmouth Boulevard commercial strips.
- Take a short drive to the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge for hiking and wildlife observation.
Local favorites
- Cutlass Grille · Jamaican Restaurant · 4.6★ (1150)Beloved local destination serving authentic jerk chicken, smoked meats, and classic Caribbean comfort food.
- Daikichi Japanese Bistro · Japanese Restaurant · 4.6★ (780)Neighborhood staple offering fresh sushi rolls, bento boxes, and traditional Japanese entrees.
- The Coffee Shoppe · Coffee Shop · 4.7★ (410)Charming local cafe offering specialty espresso drinks, pastries, and breakfast sandwiches in a relaxed setting.
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.