Capron, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
151 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,219 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$160,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$475 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$532 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Southampton County
2
Virginia
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Southampton County
4
Virginia
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 2 39
Feb 3 1 42
Mar 4 0 49
Apr 4 0 58
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 5 0 78
Aug 5 0 77
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 3 0 60
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 3 1 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (47%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, VA State Senate District 17, VA State House District 83, VA
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Schools

Capron Elem
<1 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Southampton High
5 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Southampton Middle
5 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Meherrin Elem
7 miles, S • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Paul D Camp Community College
15 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Chowan University
20 miles, S • 1.9 star
Roanoke-Chowan Community College
28 miles, S • 1.4 star
Halifax Community College
30 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Southampton Memorial Hospital
15 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Halifax Regional Medical Center Inc
31 miles, W • 1.4 star
Vidant Roanoke Chowan Hospital
32 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Richmond International Airport
55 miles, N • 2.3 star
Norfolk International Airport
57 miles, E • 2.3 star
Pitt-Greenville Airport
75 miles, SW • 1 star
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