Is Westhampton safe?
Richmond, Virginia · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Westhampton as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Westhampton
“Go. Westhampton is one of the safest, most affluent, and picturesque neighborhoods in Richmond. Visitors will find charming boutique shopping, refined dining, and peaceful, highly secure residential streets at virtually any time of day.”
About the area
Located in Richmond's historic West End, Westhampton centers around the upscale Libbie and Grove shopping corridor. The neighborhood features manicured lawns, historic homes, excellent local eateries, and close proximity to the University of Richmond.
- Affluent / Suburban
- Historic / Tree-Lined
- Family-Friendly
- Boutique Shopping
Walking and biking in Westhampton
Walk score: 62/100 · Bike score: 58/100
While dedicated bike lanes are limited, wide and calm residential side streets make cycling comfortable; connections to the University of Richmond and western greenways are accessible.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are among the lowest in the entire Richmond metropolitan area
- High household incomes, low poverty under 4 percent, and exceptionally well-maintained housing stock
- Charming and easily navigable commercial hub at Libbie and Grove with pedestrian-friendly sidewalks
- Consistently safe walking conditions day and night
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property theft such as unlocked vehicle break-ins
- High price point for local retail, services, and dining
- Public transit connectivity to downtown Richmond is relatively slow
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in Westhampton, with no encampments or panhandling hotspots in the commercial or residential areas.
What Westhampton is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and busy with morning dog walkers, runners, and locals stopping for coffee in a secure environment.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Active with shoppers, diners, and students browsing local boutiques along pleasant tree-lined sidewalks.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Bustling yet relaxed around the restaurants and patio bars near Libbie and Grove with no notable safety issues.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and dark in residential pockets with very light pedestrian traffic, maintaining high overall security.
Transit, parking and getting around
GRTC operates local bus Route 77 along Grove Avenue providing direct access to the Fan and Downtown Richmond, while Pulse BRT service is accessible about 1.5 miles north on Broad Street.
Free on-street parking is readily available along side streets, and several free dedicated surface lots support the Libbie and Grove retail center.
Things to do in Westhampton
- Stroll and browse the independent boutiques and gift shops along the Libbie and Grove corridor
- Catch an independent or classic film at the historic Westhampton Theatre site area
- Walk the scenic nearby campus trails and lake at the University of Richmond
Local favorites
- The Continental Westhampton · American Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)Mid-century modern diner serving upscale comfort classics, cocktails, and craft beer.
- TASTE Westhampton · Gourmet Deli & Market · 4.6★ (320)Specialty market offering gourmet sandwiches, prepared foods, wine, and Virginia artisanal products.
- Libbie Market · Grocery Store · 4.5★ (460)Neighborhood staple offering high-end meats, fresh produce, craft beer, and prepared foods.
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.