Is West Landing safe?
Virginia Beach, Virginia · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates West Landing as “Go”.
Gogo's take on West Landing
“Go. West Landing is an exceptionally safe, quiet suburban community in Virginia Beach with very low crime rates. Visitors will experience a relaxed, family-oriented residential environment, though having a personal vehicle is necessary to explore the area.”
About the area
West Landing is an established, tree-lined residential enclave in southern Virginia Beach featuring single-family homes and quiet cul-de-sacs. Surrounded by coastal waterways and rural transitions toward Pungo, it provides a tranquil retreat while remaining a short drive from major regional shopping and dining centers.
- Quiet Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Peaceful
Walking and biking in West Landing
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There is no municipal bike-share system here, but the low-traffic residential streets are comfortable for cycling and connect to multi-use paths near Landstown.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Exceptionally low incidence of violent crime and well below national averages for property offenses.
- High homeownership rate and strong household median income reflecting stable neighborhood stewardship.
- Quiet, low-traffic residential streets ideal for peaceful residential stays.
Cons
- Heavy car dependency with virtually no walkable retail or dining options.
- Susceptible to minor opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked vehicle break-ins.
- Limited street lighting along some connecting roads and neighborhood side streets.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is virtually non-existent in West Landing, with support services located primarily in central commercial corridors and downtown Norfolk.
What West Landing is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Calm and peaceful, with residents walking dogs, jogging, and heading out on morning commutes.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very low foot traffic and minimal vehicular activity, feeling extremely secure and relaxed.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential ambiance as families settle in, remaining very safe for evening strolls.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Suburban streets are dark and deeply quiet; safety remains very high with virtually no nighttime disturbances.
Transit, parking and getting around
Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) provides sparse bus service along distant arterial corridors like Princess Anne Road, with no direct bus routes or rail access entering the residential streets of West Landing.
Parking is completely effortless, with wide neighborhood streets offering free curbside parking alongside private driveways.
Things to do in West Landing
- Explore the nearby nature trails and kayak launch at West Neck Creek Natural Area.
- Pick up fresh local produce and homemade treats at the Virginia Beach Farmers Market.
- Book a tee time at the nearby championship-caliber Virginia Beach National Golf Club.
Local favorites
- Sweetwater Cuisine · Southern Restaurant · 4.7★ (430)Popular Southern-style restaurant and caterer offering upscale comfort food and an acclaimed weekend brunch.
- Virginia Beach Farmers Market · Farmers Market · 4.6★ (1680)Year-round open-air market offering local butcher cuts, dairy, seasonal produce, and craft vendors.
- The Egg Bistro · Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant · 4.6★ (2150)Vibrant local diner serving inventive morning skillets, benedicts, and craft brunch drinks.
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.