Cities / Portsmouth / Safest
The safest neighborhoods in Portsmouth, VA
Ranked from the 31 Portsmouth areas we score. Top of the list means low recent crime, steady household income, and streets that stay comfortable on foot into the evening.
- 1Elizabeth Manor· PortsmouthSignificantly lower violent crime rates compared to central and downtown Portsmouth76Go, stay aware
- 2Churchland· PortsmouthSignificantly lower violent crime rates compared to central Portsmouth76Go, stay aware
- 3Waterview· PortsmouthStable residential community with high rates of homeownership and well-maintained properties72Go, stay aware
- 4Shea Terrace· PortsmouthSignificantly higher homeownership rate and residential stability compared to Portsmouth city averages72Go, stay aware
- 5Glensheallah· PortsmouthHigh rate of homeownership and well-maintained historic housing stock.71Go, stay aware
- 6Simonsdale· PortsmouthSolid single-family homeownership rates providing neighborhood stability70Go, stay aware
- 7Hodges Manor· PortsmouthHigh rate of homeownership (over 70%) contributing to residential stability and property upkeep70Go, stay aware
- 8Mayflower Park· PortsmouthPrimarily owner-occupied, stable mid-century single-family housing stock68Go, stay aware
- 9Cavalier Manor· PortsmouthHigh rate of owner-occupied single-family homes fostering a stable community environment68Go, stay aware
- 10Green Lakes· PortsmouthPredominantly quiet, low-traffic residential streets with a stable base of long-term homeowners67Go, stay aware
How we score
One score out of 100, weighted first on recent violent and property crime and local news, then on Census economics (income, poverty, employment), housing, education and household access measures. Walk and bike scores are shown separately so transport never inflates a safety number. Scores refresh nightly.