Is Virginia Manor safe?
Star City, West Virginia · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Virginia Manor as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Virginia Manor
“Go. Virginia Manor is a quiet, settled residential enclave in Star City with minimal violent crime and a peaceful neighborhood setting. Visitors will find safe streets, easy proximity to West Virginia University's health sciences campus, and direct access to riverside recreation.”
About the area
Virginia Manor is an established residential neighborhood perched above the Monongahela River in Star City, just northwest of Morgantown. It features single-family mid-century and modern homes on quiet winding streets, favored by university faculty, medical staff, and long-term locals.
- Quiet Residential
- Hilly / Wooded
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Virginia Manor
Walk score: 26/100 · Bike score: 32/100
While neighborhood roads are steep, the bottom of the hill connects directly to the Mon River Rail-Trail, a 29-mile paved multi-use trail stretching through Morgantown and beyond.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to downtown Morgantown
- High rate of homeownership and well-maintained residential properties
- Immediate proximity to Star City Riverfront Park and the Mon River Rail-Trail
- Quiet streets with virtually no through-traffic congestion
Cons
- Steep topography and limited sidewalk network make foot travel difficult
- Car dependence for all basic commercial services, groceries, and dining
- Occasional vehicle break-ins typical of university-adjacent residential zones
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent within the Virginia Manor residential streets, though occasional unhoused individuals may be encountered along transit stops on nearby commercial corridors or near downtown Morgantown shelters.
What Virginia Manor is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene with light commuter traffic heading toward WVU Medicine and the university campus.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential atmosphere with occasional neighborhood walkers and delivery vehicles.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential streets with residents returning home and minimal street activity.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and quiet with negligible pedestrian presence and virtually no street-level crime risk.
Transit, parking and getting around
Mountain Line Transit Authority (MLTA) operates bus routes nearby along University Avenue and Monongahela Boulevard, though the interior streets of Virginia Manor require a steep walk to reach a stop. The WVU PRT (Personal Rapid Transit) operates from the Health Sciences and Medical Center stations roughly 1.5 miles east.
Street parking is free and unmetered throughout the subdivision, with most single-family residences offering dedicated private driveways and garages.
Things to do in Virginia Manor
- Walk or bike along the scenic paved Mon River Rail-Trail along the water
- Enjoy the playground, river views, and boat launch at Star City Riverfront Park
- Sample regional craft beers and pub food at nearby Star City taprooms
Local favorites
- Morgantown Brewing Company · Brewpub · 4.5★ (850)Historic West Virginia craft brewery serving artisanal beers and elevated pub fare just minutes away.
- Terra Cafe · Cafe & Bakery · 4.6★ (1120)Riverfront eatery offering scratch-made pastries, sandwiches, and local espresso along the trail in Star City.
- Oliverio's Ristorante · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (1450)Classic family-owned Italian restaurant serving pasta, steaks, and house breadsticks nearby in the Wharf District.
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.