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Is Sewells Point a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe664
Medium674
Low1081
Other3022
78 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape18
Child involved38
Assault24
Other9
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, a medical emergency appears to be occurring near 1st St involving a sick person. | 1st St, Norfolk, VA | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a reported disturbance near the (number withheld) block of East Ocean View Avenue, where a group of about 10 to 12 people were reportedly outside, yelling and being loud. | E Ocean View Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 21K dispatched to an incident near Dean Drive involving a female who took oxycodone and is feeling lightheaded. She wants to confirm she did not overdose. | Dean Dr, Norfolk, VA 23518 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, unit 46 conducts a possible traffic stop in Norfolk on a white Ford SUV with a reported Virginia license plate. Dispatch confirms the vehicle registration details and associated records. | Carlton St, Norfolk, VA 23518 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible non-life-threatening medication overdose involving an adult woman at a residence near Dumont Avenue. A separate unit responded to a reported breathing problem at a home on Early Street. | Dumont Ave, Norfolk, VA 23505 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, police and EMS are dispatched to a location near Dumont Ave in Norfolk for a possible narcotic overdose involving a 47-year-old woman who reportedly took oxycodone and Narcan and is experiencing pain, including chest and knee pain. | Dumont Ave, Norfolk, VA 23505 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer returning to service took a disturbance call reported near the 1200 block of West Ocean View Avenue in Norfolk. No further details about the people involved or the situation are provided in the radio traffic. | W Ocean View Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible violent domestic assault at a residence near Ashland Drive in Norfolk. The caller states she is being assaulted by her sister-in-law and the sister-in-law’s husband. Units are responding while more information is being gathered. | Ashland Ave, Norfolk, VA 23509 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conduct a traffic stop at the 900 block of West Ocean View Avenue in Norfolk involving a vehicle with a reported Virginia license plate. | W Ocean View Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported domestic incident near Chesapeake Street in Norfolk. During the call they conducted traffic and driver checks linked to Weatherby Street and to an address in Virginia Beach. A vehicle was later checked in the 900 block of West Ocean View, but officers reported no vehicle matching the description or sounding its horn and one unit stayed out with unit 282. | Chesapeake St, Norfolk, VA 23503 | Domestic Dispute |
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Median Home Price
$296,840
Average Rent
$3,305
Vacancy Rate
9.3%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview of Sewells Point
Sewells Point is a suburban, coastal neighborhood in Norfolk, Virginia, located on the ocean, bay, or inlet.
The median home price is $296,840, which is less expensive than 75% of Virginia neighborhoods and 63.2% of U.S. neighborhoods.
Average rent is $3,305, higher than 77.5% of Virginia neighborhoods.
Vacancy rates are 9.3%, near the national middle range.
CoastalSuburbanHigh Renter OccupancyMilitary Community
Quick Facts
| Walk to Work Rate | 26.4% |
|---|---|
| Military Employment | 32.3% |
Housing market and real estate character
The housing stock in Sewells Point is dominated by renter-occupied row houses and attached homes, with many residences built between 1970 and 1999.
| Renter Occupied Rate | 100.0% |
|---|---|
| Row Houses & Attached Homes | 71.3% |
| Vacancy Rate | 9.3% |
| Homes Built 1970-1999 | Majority |
What buyers will notice right away
All residential real estate is renter occupied, indicating a predominantly rental market.
The neighborhood features a large share of row houses and attached homes, offering a distinctive architectural character.
Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999, reflecting an established but not old housing stock.
Families and Lifestyle
Sewells Point's culture is strongly influenced by its high military population and walkable, nautical character.
The neighborhood's strong military presence shapes its community and culture.
Walkability is high, with more residents walking to work than almost anywhere else in the U.S.
Nautical and Walkable — Sewells Point offers a seaside ambiance with a historic, walkable environment near the water.
Diverse Occupations — Residents work in military, sales and service, clerical, and professional occupations, reflecting a varied workforce.
| Military Employment | 32.3% |
|---|---|
| Children Below Poverty Line | 21.2% |
Demographics and Culture
| Military Employment | 32.3% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Low income |
| Child Poverty Rate | 21.2% |
| English Speakers | 82.4% |
| Spanish Speakers | 12.0% |
| Mon-Khmer Speakers | 0.3% |
| Top Ancestries | Mexican (11.9%), German (8.0%), Irish (6.9%), Asian (2.8%), Italian (2.6%) |
Commute Patterns
Sewells Point residents enjoy some of the shortest commutes in the U.S., with a high share walking to work.
Short commutes and walkability can improve quality of life and reduce transportation costs.
Walkability — With 26.4% walking to work, Sewells Point offers exceptional pedestrian access to jobs.
Short Commutes — Over half of residents commute under 15 minutes, minimizing time spent traveling.
Car Use — Most residents still drive alone, reflecting the need for car ownership in the area.
| Commute Under 15 Minutes | 55.9% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 60.6% |
| Walk to Work Rate | 26.4% |
| Carpool Rate | 10.0% |
Homes for sale near 23511
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$425,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,792 sqft
23511 Sandycreek TER #1110
Bonita Springs, FL, 34135
$399,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,368 sqft
23511 Sandycreek Ter APT 1104
Bonita Springs, FL, 34135
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Sewells Point?
The median home price is $296,840, which is less expensive than 75% of Virginia neighborhoods.
What is the rental market like in Sewells Point?
Average rent is $3,305, higher than 77.5% of Virginia neighborhoods, with 100% renter occupancy.
How is the commute in Sewells Point?
55.9% of residents have commutes under 15 minutes, and 26.4% walk to work, among the highest rates nationally.
What is the military presence in Sewells Point?
32.3% of employed residents are active in the military, higher than 99.8% of U.S. neighborhoods.