Fredericksburg, VA Neighborhood

Is Fredericksburg, VA (Doe Run Estates / Mineral Springs Plantation) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Hoodscore

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe4

Medium6

Low10

Other43

17 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape5

Child involved7

Assault5

Other2

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime date	Crime description	Address	Crime category
Jul 14, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical personnel responded to a medical call near River Bend Drive. Ambulance 292 was dispatched and arrived on scene. There was also a reported electrical hazard behind a location on North Madison Road, with fire units responding.	River Bend Dr, Locust Grove, VA 22508	Medical Emergency
Jul 14, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical call for a fall near Timber Ridge Drive, Stafford County, at Warrenton Road, with emergency response dispatched.	Timberidge Dr, Fredericksburg, VA 22406	Medical Emergency
Jul 14, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a call for abdominal pain near Silver Fox Way. Medic 29 was dispatched to the location.	Silver Fox Way, Locust Grove, VA 22508	Medical Emergency
Jul 14, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical alarm was dispatched near Wilderness Shores Way. Medic 29 is responding. Patient is reported to be in the bedroom with the front door unlocked.	Wilderness Shores Way, Locust Grove, VA 22508	Medical Emergency
Jul 14, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible traffic hazard on Sumerduck Road involving a blue dump truck hauling gravel that allegedly spilled diesel fuel onto the roadway after turning into a nearby driveway.	Sumerduck Rd, Sumerduck, VA 22742	Traffic
Jul 12, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS dispatched for an 82-year-old female with chest pains near Elys Ford Road and Bull Line Lane.	Eleys Frd Rd, Fredericksburg, VA 22407	Medical Emergency
Jul 12, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible injury crash in the Food Lion parking lot on Goodwin Drive. Medic 29 and other units responded to assist those involved in the motor vehicle accident.	Goodwin Dr, Locust Grove, VA 22508	Traffic
Jul 12, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders dispatched for chest pain near Flint Hill Court, Fredericksburg.	Flint Hill Ct, Fredericksburg, VA 22407	Medical Emergency
Jul 10, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units were dispatched for a possible hemorrhage at a location near Wilderness Drive in Locust Grove. A medic unit, an engine company, and a utility unit responded, and one patient was transported to a hospital in Culpeper.	Wilderness Dr, Locust Grove, VA 22508	Medical Emergency
Jul 10, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical personnel responded to a reported medical emergency near Goodwin Drive in Locust Grove. Crews arrived and took over patient care at the scene.	Goodwin Dr, Locust Grove, VA 22508	Medical Emergency

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Median Home Price

$748,545

Average Rent

$2,087

Vacancy Rate

6.5%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

Doe Run Estates / Mineral Springs Plantation is a rural neighborhood in Fredericksburg, Virginia, known for its predominance of medium to large single-family homes and townhomes.

The median home price is $748,545, which is higher than 78.5% of Virginia neighborhoods and 81.0% nationwide.

Average rents are $2,087, lower than 64.4% of Virginia neighborhoods.

Vacancy rates stand at 6.5%, near the middle range nationally.

RuralFamily-FriendlyHigh Owner Occupancy

Quick Facts

Family-Friendly Rank	Top 2.9% in Virginia
Rural Neighborhood	Yes

Housing market and real estate character

The housing stock in Doe Run Estates / Mineral Springs Plantation is dominated by detached single-family homes with strong owner occupancy.

Detached Single-Family Homes	98.7%
Owner Occupied Rate
Vacancy Rate	6.5%
Homes Built 1970-1999

What buyers will notice right away

Nearly all homes are detached single-family, offering a traditional residential setting.

Owner occupancy is very high, indicating long-term residential stability.

Vacancy is near the national median, suggesting balanced housing availability.

Families & Lifestyle

Doe Run Estates / Mineral Springs Plantation is recognized as one of the most family-friendly neighborhoods in Virginia.

Top public schools and low crime rates support families.

Owner-occupied single-family homes create a stable community.

Many families live here, fostering social connections.

Family-Oriented — The neighborhood offers amenities and an environment conducive to raising children.

Urban Sophisticates — Also appealing to professionals seeking a suburban lifestyle with community feel.

Family-Friendly Rank	Top 2.9% in Virginia
College-Educated Parents	High

Demographics & Culture

Executive, Management & Professional Occupations	59.4%
Military Active Residents
Income Rank
Child Poverty Rate	0.9%
Foreign Languages Spoken	English 92.4%, Italian, Spanish, Polish
Greek Speakers	1.5%
Armenian Ancestry	2.5%
Yugoslav Ancestry	0.5%
Top Ancestries	German 22.9%, Irish 20.7%, English 19.9%, Italian 10.9%, Scottish 3.7%

Commute

Most residents commute by car, with a typical one-way commute time slightly above the national average.

Doe Run Estates / Mineral Springs Plantation residents primarily rely on private vehicles for commuting, reflecting the neighborhood's rural character.

Car-Dependent — High rates of driving alone and carpooling indicate reliance on automobiles.

Moderate Commute Length — Most commutes fall between 30 and 45 minutes, with a notable portion exceeding one hour.