2023 Most Diverse Suburbs in Virginia

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  Rating 4.19 out of 5  21 reviews

Current Resident: The neighborhood is safe, and family friendly. I'm able to walk my dog at night safely. The area is very culturally diverse and the neighbors are very friendly. I am also within walking distance to stores such as Shoppers and DSW. Also, we are a few minutes away from Old Town, takes around 15 minutes depending on traffic.... Read 21 reviews

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• Population 18,410

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  Rating 3.78 out of 5  60 reviews

Current Resident: The area is at a very convenient location. It provides easy access to DC, Old Town, Tysons Corner, and the 395/495/95 highways. The neighborhood is very cultured and has a lot of ethnic shops and markets.... Read 60 reviews

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• Population 20,704

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  5 reviews

Visitor: As I visit Dulles, Virginia, I love it there! The people, the food, the stores, everything is great. Not being a resident of Virginia saddens me because this truly is the place to be. I hope to attend university nearby!... Read 5 reviews

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• Population 5,612

• Suburb of Richmond, VA

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  Rating 4 out of 5  2 reviews

Niche User: Crime is relatively low in Chesterfield and the police are highly responsive.... Read 2 reviews

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• Population 8,138

• Suburb in Virginia

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  Rating 3.98 out of 5  121 reviews

Current Resident: Annandale is a wonderful suburb with plenty of diversity, job opportunities, and community! Living here has given me many opportunities throughout high school- needless to say, I love living here! One thing I would change however, would be the public schools. Schools from Fairfax or Arlington are superior in terms of test scores and I would like to see that be said of Annandale public schools as well.... Read 121 reviews

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• Population 41,869

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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  360 reviews

Current Resident: I am new to Woodbridge and Virginia. I love the people, they are a lot nicer than Southern California. It is nice that everything is so close and people do not have to travel so far to get where they need. DC is very close and not a bad drive depending on the time of day. Traffic can be bad sometimes, but I have seen it worse in bigger cities and other towns.... Read 360 reviews

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• Population 42,734

• Suburb of Richmond, VA

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  Rating 3.25 out of 5  12 reviews

Current Resident: A great place for our first home as newlyweds! Close to city and country living. Wonderful dining, neighbors, and culture.... Read 12 reviews

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• Population 8,443

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  Rating 3.78 out of 5  32 reviews

Niche User: It's small but satisfactory, I like that certain things are just a drive away, and that there is a walk of a way to other things.... Read 32 reviews

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• Population 10,868

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  Rating 4 out of 5  7 reviews

Current Resident: Seven Corners is a fantastic place to live! I've been here my entire life and can't imagine living anywhere else. It is a quite diverse place, so I've loved getting to try all of the cool and unique restaurants in particular. One of my favorites is Padaek where they have incredible Thai and Laotian cuisine. It is also very near lots of parks, community resources, etc.... Read 7 reviews

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• Population 9,191

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  Rating 3.51 out of 5  184 reviews

Current Resident: It is slightly busy here in dale city, we have a generally young population. The people here are mostly nice, there is religious equality in the sense that everyone can practice what they believe in without being stopped or hampered. We have everything we need in our city.... Read 184 reviews

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• Population 73,716

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  Rating 4.14 out of 5  178 reviews

Current Resident: At Springfield, Virginia, there are a plethora of shops available that make it a great place for brunch or hang out with friends or family. The shops range from regular Safeway to Asian food stores to clothing based on culture and to stores that supply gluten free food. The public schools in this area are all great academically and athletically. These schools actively prepare high schoolers for college, which make this area very competitive during college applications. There are an abundance of opportunities for work, hobbies, and sports teams so that everyone has a chance to showcase their talent. The public school area and opportunities are is so great, which makes this area hard to afford for some. However, there are many homes for all sorts of income, such as apartments, condos, houses, and Airbnb's. Therefore, Springfield is a place to visit with nature ponds, wonderful public schools, and endless opportunities for jobs, hobbies, sports, and activities.... Read 178 reviews

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• Population 31,769

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  Rating 3.67 out of 5  6 reviews

Niche User: Its a safe neighborhood and community with proactive homeowners... Read 6 reviews

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• Population 20,811

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  Rating 3.57 out of 5  14 reviews

Current Resident: Quiet, traffic is good locally, less expensive compared to Fairfax county, good shops, the region is getting better, buying a house may be affordable with median or above median income. I was able to buy a home with $65k income. The schools are average. My daughter goes to private school. I afford private school because I have one daughter. The traffic is horrible if you have to comute to Fairfax or Washington DC and your schedule is fixed 9-5. otherwise the traffic is ok but it gets worse and worse every year because more people are moving to the area. The further you go from Washington DC, the more houses are affordable and the bad traffic you have to face. The key is to find a good job away from Washington DC metro area in order to buy a good house and maybe good schools as well... Read 14 reviews

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• Population 37,770

• Suburb in Virginia

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  Rating 4.06 out of 5  85 reviews

Current Resident: Have a recreational park in mind? Don't worry about it, it's always nearby! Here in Lorton there are recreational parks and other public places just within minutes of driving. Even where I live, I have basketball courts, tennis courts, playgrounds, and grass fields perfect for any type of sport just within walking distance!... Read 85 reviews

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• Population 21,394

• Suburb in Virginia

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  Rating 4.2 out of 5  5 reviews

Current Resident: Groveton is a fairly tight-knit area between the 495 corridor and Ft Belvoir VA. There is a strange blend, with pockets of mini mansions next to trailer parks; however, in the 30-odd years I've lived here, on and off, I've not experienced any issues with crime. Close enough to DC/PG County to day-trip to the city or countryside.... Read 5 reviews

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• Population 14,402

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  Rating 3.88 out of 5  8 reviews

Niche User: The residents and community as a whole here are very welcoming and generous. They are always looking to improve interactions among neighbors and its a sight to see.... Read 8 reviews

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• Population 8,415

• City in Virginia

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  Rating 3.59 out of 5  398 reviews

Current Resident: I love Newport News! It is an extremely diverse area with tons of parks and public spaces for all residents to enjoy. There are also many activities to enjoy, such as the Virginia Living Museum and the Mariners' Museum. Furthermore, Newport News residents take pride in being active members of their community. Many of the residents are involved in organizations designed toward bettering the community for its current and future residents. One thing that I would change about Newport News is the stigma surrounding the area itself. The students attending the local university, CNU, are frequently told negative things regarding Newport News and its residents. I would like to help change this stigma, so that Newport News is able to be appreciated rather than feared by incoming students.... Read 398 reviews

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• Population 185,069

• Suburb of Richmond, VA

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  Rating 3.31 out of 5  32 reviews

Current Resident: I live in the southern area of Meadowbrook, its quiet and people are warm. There is very little to do and everything is 15 minutes away. There are a lot of abandoned storefronts around off Hopkins road near the parkway exit. I think if they cleaned that area up and put bars, shops and ma and pop restaurants it would attract a lot of locals. silverleaf alone has greatly increase the population and revenue to tap into in the area. but everyone drives to Brandermill, downtown, or Chester to spend there money.... Read 32 reviews

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• Population 19,574

• Suburb in Virginia

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  Rating 3.82 out of 5  79 reviews

Current Resident: I've lived in Dumfries all my life, and I've almost never gotten tired of the area. There is lots to do, with a giant commercial mall, shops, resteraunts, and tons of things for entertainment. I would like to see some other resteraunts make an arrival to the area, but as it stands, I love this town.... Read 79 reviews

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• Population 5,669

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  Rating 3.7 out of 5  232 reviews

Current Resident: If you're looking for a smaller area that can still have a busy feel at times. Then look no further than Manassas. There are job opportunities all around a well diverse populated area. For people moving with children the public schools are average but your child will leave knowing how to take on the world. The housing market has increased all around America. Throughout that Manassas has still found away to stay relatively affordable. Nightlife has many options starting at the heart of the city in Old Town Manassas. With many options to choose from, you can start your night at Zandras and end it at a 90s Grados doing the bachata. If you're looking for a place were you can become friends with your neighbor 4 blocks away. Manassas is the warm home for you!... Read 232 reviews

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• Population 42,596

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Current Resident: Arcola is a very quite and friendly area with many friendly neighbors and neighborhoods. It offers many advantages schools and many different options for food and activities.... Read 2 reviews

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• Population 2,258

• Suburb of Richmond, VA

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  Rating 3.33 out of 5  51 reviews

Niche User: This area is very diverse, as we have residents of all ethnicities and age groups. There are few neighborhood activities, but if one were to walk down the street, many neighbors would say "hello" or wave. Many speed bumps are in place to make it safe for children to play outside, but most of the youth outside are teenagers. The high schools in Chesterfield County are very good. There have been a few break-ins recently. Power outages occur as often as they do in other neighborhoods, and last anywhere from 12 hours to 3 days.... Read 51 reviews

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• Population 12,192

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  Rating 3.09 out of 5  23 reviews

Niche User: Overall experience is great. There are lots of things to do around here. If you get bored in the city, then you can drive about 20-40 minutes to other cities, and even Washington DC, and have a lot of fun. Employment is very good in pretty much all fields.... Read 23 reviews

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• Population 16,709

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  Rating 4.19 out of 5  119 reviews

Current Resident: I have lived in Herndon for most of my life, and have loved it! The diversity is incredible and allows me to constantly gain insight into others' experiences and struggles. The nearby public schools are excellent and have great staff and students who are always willing to help and support those in need. The Herndon community center hosts events and activities that help unite us and provide great volunteer opportunities. Overall I believe Herndon is an incredible place to live and I hope more people come here to experience it's magic.... Read 119 reviews

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• Population 24,574

• Suburb of Richmond, VA

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• Population 5,945