Neighborhood in Luray, VA

Is Luray, VA (Blaineville / Cavetown) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Hoodscore

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe2

Medium1

Low1

Other11

3 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape2

Child involved1

Assault0

Other0

Crime Details:

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

Crime date	Crime description	Address	Crime category
Jul 10, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a call was received regarding a female appearing very skinny near Village Drive, with a child present at the location. The situation may involve a welfare concern related to an animal.	Village Dr, Madison, VA 22727	Medical Emergency
Jun 28, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched near Willow Way Lane for a female patient reporting pain in her right arm and a lump in her wrist. The caller requested no sirens.	Willow Way Ln, Haywood, VA 22722	Medical Emergency
Jun 25, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS responded to a medical emergency near Arrington Mountain Road involving an elderly female patient who appears confused and delusional.	Arrington Mountain Rd, Haywood, VA 22722	Medical Emergency
Jun 23, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible single-vehicle crash near Chimney Hollow Road, where a driver reportedly went into a ditch off a driveway. The driver was said to be out of the vehicle and reporting no injuries, with airbag deployment unknown, and contact with the caller was lost due to poor phone service.	Chimney Hollow Rd, Syria, VA 22743	Traffic
Jun 23, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews and a medic unit investigated a reported large amount of smoke near a residence on West Hoover Road. One unit arrived on scene and later advised the situation was under control.	W Hoover Rd, Haywood, VA 22722	Fire & Arson
Jun 23, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS was dispatched to Graves Mountain Lodge pool for a 13-year-old male with a dislocated knee.	Graves Mountain Lane, Old Blue Ridge Turnpike, Syria, VA 22743	Medical Emergency
Jun 17, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical dispatch for a 67-year-old man experiencing difficulty breathing and leg pain near Wilderness Road.	Wilderness Rd, Reva, VA 22735	Medical Emergency
Jun 15, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services were dispatched to a home near Woodward Hollow Road in Banco, Virginia for a male reportedly involved in a fight with a family member and a possible pregnancy-related concern.	Woodward Hollow Rd, Banco, VA 22711	Family Offense
Jun 13, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a male patient experiencing difficulty breathing near Hebron Valley Road. The patient reports having atrial fibrillation. Law enforcement is also on scene.	Hebron Valley Rd, Madison, VA 22727	Medical Emergency
Jun 13, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders dispatched to a 45-year-old female having an asthma attack near Hebron Valley Road. She was walking on the roadside and advised to remain seated until EMS arrival.	Hebron Valley Rd, Madison, VA 22727	Medical Emergency

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Median Home Price

$383,577

Average Rent

$1,484

Vacancy Rate

15.9%

Nearby neighborhoods

Neighborhood Overview

Blaineville / Cavetown is a remote neighborhood in Luray, Virginia, characterized by medium to large single-family homes and townhomes.

The area features a mix of established residences mostly built between 1970 and 1999, with some dating back to 1940-1969.

Vacancy is notable here, with a 15.9% real estate vacancy rate and 13.1% of housing seasonally occupied, which may reflect vacation or student housing patterns.

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Quick Facts

Retirement Living Rank	85.4%

Housing market and real estate character

The housing stock in Blaineville / Cavetown consists mainly of medium to large single-family homes and townhomes, with a majority owner occupancy.

Owner Occupied Rate	Majority
Housing Age	Many homes built 1970-1999
Seasonally Occupied Housing	13.1%

What buyers will notice right away

Homes range from medium (3-4 bedrooms) to large (4+ bedrooms), suitable for families seeking space.

High vacancy and seasonal occupancy rates may affect neighborhood activity and availability.

Families & Lifestyle

Blaineville / Cavetown offers a peaceful, quiet environment favored by retirees and families, with a mix of housing options and a notable share of college-educated seniors.

Peaceful and quiet setting

Wide range of housing options

Attracts college-educated seniors

Retirement Friendly — The neighborhood ranks highly for retirement living within Virginia, indicating suitability for seniors seeking a calm community.

Retirement Living Rank	85.4%

Demographics & Income

Executive, Management & Professional Occupations	29.0%
Manufacturing & Laborer Occupations	39.6%
Sales & Service Occupations	16.7%
Clerical, Assistant & Tech Support Occupations	13.3%
Income Rank	Below average
Child Poverty Rate	6.2%
English Speaking Households	95.4%
Other Languages	["Italian","Arabic"]
Top Ancestries	["German (16.0%)","English (10.4%)","Irish (5.5%)","Arab (2.7%)","Scottish (1.4%)"]