State House District 56, 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 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
89,803 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,539 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$255,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$451 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$702 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Virginia
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 4 35
Feb 3 4 38
Mar 4 1 46
Apr 3 0 55
May 4 0 64
Jun 3 0 72
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 4 0 47
Dec 3 2 38

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, VA State Senate District 10, VA
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Schools

The Discovery School of Virginia
3 miles, NW • 1 star
Buckingham Co Elem
4 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Longwood University
19 miles, S • 2.3 star
Hampden-Sydney College
23 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Piedmont Virginia Community College
30 miles, N • 1.4 star
University of Virginia-Main Campus
32 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Hospitals

Bon Secours St Francis Medical Center
42 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Richmond International Airport
60 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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