Is Point O'Woods safe?
Virginia Beach, Virginia · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Point O'Woods as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Point O'Woods
“Go. Point O'Woods is a quiet, well-established residential suburb in central Virginia Beach that offers a very safe and low-stress environment for visitors and residents alike. While there is little dedicated nightlife or tourism within the residential core itself, it serves as a secure base near major commercial corridors and parks.”
About the area
Point O'Woods is a mature suburban neighborhood characterized by mid-century single-family homes, leafy residential streets, and neighborhood green spaces. It sits just south of the vibrant Virginia Beach Blvd commercial corridor and west of Lynnhaven, offering suburban tranquility paired with easy access to city amenities. The area experiences low violent crime rates and is predominantly inhabited by long-term homeowners and military-affiliated families.
- Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet / Residential
Walking and biking in Point O'Woods
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 46/100
There are no dedicated city bike-share stations in the neighborhood, but local roads are low-traffic and rideable; connections to multi-use paths are best accessed near Mount Trashmore.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than both state and national averages.
- High rate of owner-occupied single-family homes contributes to neighborhood stability.
- Convenient driving access to Town Center of Virginia Beach, Mount Trashmore, and major shopping hubs.
- Quiet, low-traffic internal neighborhood streets ideal for daytime walking and family activities.
Cons
- Car dependency is very high, requiring a personal vehicle for almost all daily errands.
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes, such as unlocked vehicle break-ins along suburban streets.
- Limited street lighting on some residential cul-de-sacs at night.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically nonexistent within the residential subdivisions, though occasional individuals panhandling may be observed near high-traffic intersections on Virginia Beach Boulevard.
What Point O'Woods is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with dog walkers, joggers, and school traffic; extremely safe.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential atmosphere with moderate local vehicle traffic and safe neighborhood streets.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet suburban vibe where residents walk pets and head to nearby commercial plazas; feels very secure.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and low-activity residential area; safe, though standard caution regarding visibility and locking car doors is advised.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) primarily via bus routes along Virginia Beach Boulevard and Rosemont Road; there is no light rail station within walking distance.
Street parking throughout the residential subdivisions is abundant and free, with extensive complimentary surface parking available at nearby retail strip centers.
Things to do in Point O'Woods
- Enjoy the playgrounds, baseball fields, and open green space at Point O' Woods Park.
- Walk or picnic around the nearby lakes at Mount Trashmore Park, just a few minutes drive away.
- Explore shopping, dining, and live theater at the neighboring Virginia Beach Town Center.
Local favorites
- Telly's Charburgers · American Restaurant · 4.6★ (850)Longstanding, casual local staple serving classic charcoal-grilled burgers, gyros, and fries.
- Jose Tequilas Mexican Grill and Bar · Mexican Restaurant · 4.3★ (1600)Lively regional favorite offering traditional Mexican specialties and expansive margarita options.
- The Casual Pint of Virginia Beach · Craft Beer Bar & Eatery · 4.7★ (420)Neighborhood spot offering a wide selection of craft brews on tap and bar bites.
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.