Neighborhood Snapshot
Is Lambsburg a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe7
Medium6
Low8
Other56
4 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape0
Child involved2
Assault1
Other1
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded near Sherman Drive. One patient refused treatment against medical advice and the unit cleared the scene. | Sherman Dr, Cana, VA 24317 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a crash at Abel Road and Taurus Trail. Additional radio traffic references an elderly female having trouble breathing and responders requesting lockbox/access information, plus confirmation that an LZ was clear, but the transcript does not clearly connect those details to the crash. | Taurus Trail, Cana, VA 24317 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders were sent to a location on Spring Road for a priority medical call involving an apparently unconscious and unresponsive 74-year-old man who reportedly fell and hit his head, with the patient said to be in a specific room in the building. | Spg Br Rd, Fancy Gap, VA 24328 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible verbal domestic dispute between people in a blue sedan and a white work truck in the parking lot of a convenience store in Fancy Gap. Units were sent to the scene. | Kelly Rd, Fancy Gap, VA 24328 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical responders were dispatched to a possible cardiac arrest involving a 74-year-old man on Madison Road near nearby cross streets in Hillsville, Virginia. Radio traffic indicated he was on oxygen and reportedly barely breathing. | Madison Rd, Hillsville, VA 24343 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a man who was previously trespassed from the reporting party’s location and from a residence on Spring Meadow Lane in Cana, Virginia. | Spring Meadow Ln, Cana, VA 24317 | Break-In |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an ALS medical team was dispatched to a residence near Brunswick Road and Falls Creek Road in Cana, Virginia, for a 61-year-old man with possible cardiac issues, including left-sided chest pain, low heart rate, breathing difficulty, dizziness, and heavy sweating. The patient had a known heart condition and had not taken prescribed nitroglycerin or aspirin. | Brunswick Rd, Cana, VA 24317 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, there is a welfare check involving an elderly female reportedly walking in the middle of the road near a church close to a bridge on Paul's Creek Road. The location appears to be in the (number withheld) block of Paul's Creek Road. | Paul's Creek Rd, Cana, VA 24317 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 8, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible fall occurred near Emory Road, with assistance requested. | Emory Rd, Hillsville, VA 24343 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 8, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units responded near Fancy Gap Highway by a local business for a U-Haul box truck that became tangled in an overhead phone line, causing a traffic backup. One lane near a nearby park and side streets was blocked while crews managed traffic and requested a utility company to handle the line. An individual on scene was documented as taking possession of two firearms, including a shotgun and a handgun. | Fancy Gap Hwy, Cana, VA 24317 | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$196,856
Average Rent
$1,198
Vacancy Rate
34%
Nearby neighborhoods
Lambsburg Neighborhood Overview
Lambsburg is a remote neighborhood in Galax, Virginia, characterized by affordable housing and a high vacancy rate.
The median home price is $196,856, making it less expensive than nearly 90% of Virginia neighborhoods.
Average rents are $1,198, lower than 93% of Virginia neighborhoods.
The neighborhood features mostly owner-occupied single-family homes and mobile homes built primarily between 1970 and 1999.
Remote LocationAffordable HousingHigh Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Remote Neighborhood | Yes |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Lambsburg's housing market is marked by a predominance of owner-occupied single-family and mobile homes, with a significant portion of vacant properties.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Majority |
|---|---|
| Housing Types | Medium (3-4 bedroom) to small (studio-2 bedroom) single-family homes and mobile homes |
| Housing Age | Most built between 1970 and 1999, some between 1940 and 1969 |
What buyers will notice right away
A 34.0% vacancy rate is unusually high and may reflect seasonal vacancies or a weak real estate market.
Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999, indicating an established but not old housing stock.
Families & Lifestyle
Lambsburg's residents have diverse occupations and a significant portion of children live below the poverty line.
Occupational Mix — 32.7% work in manufacturing and laborer jobs, 32.6% in sales and service, 26.3% in executive, management, and professional roles, and 8.4% in clerical and tech support.
Income Level — The neighborhood is lower-middle income, with income lower than 73.8% of U.S. neighborhoods.
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 50.5% |
|---|
Demographics & Culture
| Income Level | Lower-middle income |
|---|---|
| Top Languages | English (92.8%), Spanish (6.8%) |
| Top Ancestries | English (19.7%), German (14.6%), Irish (10.4%), Mexican (6.9%), French (3.0%) |
Commute Patterns
Most residents have a relatively short commute and primarily drive alone to work.
Lambsburg residents mostly rely on private vehicles for commuting, with a majority driving alone and a notable share carpooling.
Short Commutes — 41.2% of workers commute between 15 and 30 minutes, which is shorter than average.
Car Dependency — High rates of driving alone and carpooling indicate reliance on cars for work travel.
| Typical Commute Time | 15 to 30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 77.1% |
| Carpool Rate | 14.7% |
Homes for sale near 24328
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Lambsburg?
The median home price is $196,856, which is less expensive than 89.6% of Virginia neighborhoods.
How high is the vacancy rate in Lambsburg?
The vacancy rate is 34.0%, higher than 96.5% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken in Lambsburg?
English is spoken by 92.8% of households, and Spanish by 6.8%.
What are typical commute times for residents?
Most residents commute between 15 and 30 minutes to work.