Is Woodland Terrace safe?
Chesapeake, Virginia · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Woodland Terrace as “Go, stay aware”.
Gogo's take on Woodland Terrace
“Go. Woodland Terrace is a quiet, modest residential enclave in northern Chesapeake where everyday safety is fairly consistent. While it experiences typical suburban property crimes like vehicle break-ins, violent crime remains low compared to surrounding urban pockets. Visitors should keep cars locked and stick to well-lit areas at night.”
About the area
Woodland Terrace is a quiet, mid-century residential neighborhood situated in northern Chesapeake near the South Norfolk boundary. Characterized by modest single-family ranch homes and mature trees, it serves primarily as a peaceful bedroom community for regional workers and military personnel.
- Quiet Suburban
- Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Tree-Lined
Walking and biking in Woodland Terrace
Walk score: 34/100 · Bike score: 42/100
No dedicated bike-share stations exist here; cycling is viable along local residential roads, though connectivity to major dedicated trails requires riding on higher-traffic corridors.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to neighboring inner-city districts
- Stable residential community with strong rates of owner-occupied single-family homes
- Convenient driving access to I-464, I-64, and the broader Hampton Roads metro area
Cons
- Incidents of opportunistic property crime such as unlocked vehicle larcenies occur periodically
- Limited commercial dining, retail, and entertainment options directly inside the neighborhood
- Heavily reliant on personal vehicles with minimal pedestrian infrastructure
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within the residential streets of Woodland Terrace, though occasional panhandling occurs along major commercial highway intersections nearby.
What Woodland Terrace is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and calm as residents head out on their daily commutes with safe conditions for morning walks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet and secure with minimal through-traffic on interior neighborhood streets.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued neighborhood atmosphere with families at home; walking remains comfortable on residential roads.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Generally safe and quiet, though lower lighting levels suggest staying aware of your surroundings.
Transit, parking and getting around
Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) provides regional bus service along major arterials like Military Highway, but direct transit through the neighborhood interior is limited.
Plentiful and free private driveway and curbside street parking throughout the residential roads with no metered parking.
Things to do in Woodland Terrace
- Explore the walking paths and athletic fields at nearby Lakeside Park
- Enjoy the waterfront views and picnic areas along the Elizabeth River
- Visit the historic South Norfolk district located just minutes away
Local favorites
- Angie's Family Restaurant · Diner · 4.6★ (1150)A cozy neighborhood staple serving hearty Southern breakfast platters and comfort food staples.
- The Cutting Edge Cafe · Sandwich Shop · 4.7★ (820)Popular local spot crafting artisanal paninis, fresh soups, and seasonal salads.
- Cutlass Grille · Jamaican Restaurant · 4.6★ (1400)Acclaimed local eatery delivering authentic Jamaican jerk meats and Caribbean specialties.
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.