Is Ravensworth safe?
Burke, Virginia · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Ravensworth as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Ravensworth
“Go. Ravensworth is an exceptionally safe, quiet residential suburb in Fairfax County with very low crime rates. Visitors will find a tranquil, family-oriented environment ideal for quiet stays and outdoor park access, though having a car is essential.”
About the area
Ravensworth is an established, leafy suburban community situated along the borders of Burke, Springfield, and Annandale in Northern Virginia. Dominated by mid-century single-family homes, mature tree canopies, and neighborhood shopping plazas, it serves primarily as a peaceful residential hub for regional commuters.
- Suburban / Peaceful
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Wooded
Walking and biking in Ravensworth
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 48/100
There are no public bike-share stations in the immediate neighborhood, but cyclists have direct entry to the Gerry Connolly Cross County Trail (GCCCT) and the Lake Accotink trail network.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are negligible and well below both state and national averages
- High household median incomes exceeding $140,000 backed by low poverty and high homeownership
- Direct neighborhood access to extensive trail systems and nature at Lake Accotink Park
- Extremely stable community with well-maintained homes and low residential vacancy
Cons
- Suburban sprawl creates high car dependence for daily dining and shopping needs
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked vehicle theft or package pilfering
- Rush-hour vehicular congestion along bordering corridors like Braddock Road and the I-495 Beltway
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Ravensworth. No encampments or visible panhandling are present in the residential neighborhoods or commercial plazas.
What Ravensworth is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and calm, with active neighbors walking dogs and joggers heading toward park trailheads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Safe and quiet with minimal foot traffic outside of local shopping centers and school zones.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- A relaxed residential mood with families returning from work and casual gatherings at local dining spots.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and dark with low ambient street lighting, maintaining high safety levels and negligible nightlife activity.
Transit, parking and getting around
Fairfax Connector buses (Routes 401 and 402) operate along Braddock Road connecting to Annandale and Springfield. The nearest rail options are the Rolling Road VRE commuter station and Franconia-Springfield Metro Station (Blue Line), both approximately a 10-to-15-minute drive away.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the area, with large surface lots at the Ravensworth Shopping Center and unrestricted curb parking on residential streets.
Things to do in Ravensworth
- Hike, jog, or rent pedal boats around the 493-acre reservoir at neighboring Lake Accotink Park
- Indulge in authentic European pastries, sausages, and imported goods at The Swiss Bakery
- Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, tennis courts, and skate park at Audrey Moore RECenter in nearby Wakefield Park
Local favorites
- The Swiss Bakery · Bakery · 4.6★ (2150)Beloved local bakery and cafe serving authentic Swiss and German breads, pastries, and lunch fare.
- Kilroy's · American Restaurant · 4.2★ (1420)Long-running neighborhood tavern known for prime rib, classic pub staples, and a casual atmosphere.
- Pho Thang Long · Vietnamese Restaurant · 4.5★ (380)Strip-mall staple serving fragrant beef noodle soups, rice dishes, and traditional spring rolls.
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.