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Norfolk, VA Neighborhood Guide

Population: 238K · VA

Walkability (est.)
45
Car-Dependent
Safety Score
78
551 crimes/100K
Avg Commute
22.8 min
one way
Work from Home
10%
of workers

Commute Breakdown

Drive Alone: 72%
Public Transit: 5%
Work from Home: 10%
Other: 13%

Source: Census ACS 2022

Amenities

1,190
Restaurants (est.)
48
Parks (est.)
5
Hospitals (est.)

Estimated from Census County Business Patterns

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best neighborhoods in Norfolk?

Norfolk has many diverse neighborhoods. Use our walkability and safety scores to find the best fit for your lifestyle.

What is the average commute time in Norfolk?

The average commute in Norfolk, VA is 22.8 minutes. 72% of workers drive alone, 5% use public transit, and 10% work from home (Census ACS 2022).

How safe is Norfolk?

Norfolk has a safety score of 78/100 based on FBI UCR 2022 data, with a violent crime rate of 551 per 100,000 residents. This is above average for major US cities.

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Data sources: Census ACS 2022, FBI UCR 2022, Census CBP. Walkability estimated from Census population density. Amenity counts estimated from Census County Business Patterns.