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Where neighbors know each other
Woodlake, about 20 miles south of downtown Richmond, Virginia, has a sense of community. Wooded walking trails connect the neighborhood, kayaks float on Swift Creek Reservoir, kids hang out at the pool in the summer and nameplates adorn mailboxes. “As with many neighborhoods, Woodlake goes through cycles,” says Barry Roach, director of communication and outreach for the Woodlake Community Association. “About 10 years ago, this was a Boomer neighborhood. Another generation has moved in, and there are tons of kids. If I had to guess, it’s about two-thirds Millennials and one-third Boomers.” With easy access to U.S. Interstate 288, locals can easily travel to Short Pump or Chesterfield County, but numerous community events throughout the year keep residents busy close to home. “You don’t get bored in Woodlake unless you choose to,” Roach says.
Swift Creek Reservoir and other neighborhood amenities
A 13-mile wooded trail system meanders through Woodlake. On warm summer days, teenagers walk from Swift Creek Reservoir or the pool to the nearby Lucky’s gas station, where they cool down with sodas and snacks. Pocket playgrounds sit in the center of cul-de-sacs. Kids ride their bikes to friends' houses, and with the nearby Chesterfield Police Station, parents feel safe letting them go. There are two separate clubhouses here, each with its own outdoor pool and amenities. The Woodlake Swim & Racquet Club has clay tennis and pickleball courts, while the Aquatic & Fitness Center has a gym, two outdoor pools and an indoor pool. “We have a swim team – the Woodlake Hurricanes – that’s very popular,” Roach says. “We also partner with local competitive swim teams and local high schools who use the pools.” But one of the biggest draws to Woodlake is Swift Creek Reservoir, which residents can access at East West Legacy Park. “It’s a big deal,” Roach explains. “It’s a landmark feature of Woodlake.” Here, locals kayak, pontoon or paddleboat; listen to live music at the amphitheater; or cast their lines into the water and fish.
Chesterfield County Public Schools
Students are zoned for Chesterfield County Public Schools. There are two elementary schools in the neighborhood – Clover Hill Elementary School, which earns a B from Niche, and Woolridge Elementary School, which gets an A-minus. “Some kids walk or ride their bikes to school,” Roach says. Next, students can attend Tomahawk Creek Middle School, which gets a B from Niche, before Cosby High School, which earns an A and has the Health Science Specialty Center, preparing students for careers in healthcare.
Homes on Swift Creek Reservoir, condo options and more
Amongst Woodlake’s oak trees and curving streets sit Colonial Revival and New Traditional properties, most of which were built in the 1990s. Potential homebuyers can find a house on a cul-de-sac for between $400,000 and $550,000, while homes closer to Swift Creek Reservoir typically cost between $800,000 and $1.2 million. “There’s all kinds of housing options in Woodlake,” Roach explains. “Single-family, some large waterfront homes for over a million, apartment complexes, smaller houses for folks that have chosen to downsize, small flats – all kinds of living accommodations.”
What’s happening in Woodlake
“There’s always something going on in Woodlake,” Roach says. “Events really kick in around late April and early May when kids get out of school. We do weekend concerts and DJ parties. Every Tuesday all summer long, we do a makers market – which other people call a farmers market or a crafts fair.” The neighborhood’s biggest celebrations occur on Labor Day, Memorial Day and Fourth of July. The pools are packed, neighbors chat on Adirondack chairs and the evenings end with fireworks.
Woodlake’s shopping centers and Hull Street Road
Woodlake has two shopping centers accessible via the neighborhood’s trail system – the Woodlake Commons Shopping Center and the Village Square-Woodlake Center. Residents can dine at diverse restaurants like Fest Biergarten, Mr. Pepe Mexican Restaurant, Gino’s Pizza and Zheng Garden. For dessert, they go to The Treat Shop, peer into the clear case and choose from donuts, cinnamon rolls and more. The neighborhood is also right off Hull Street Road – a major thoroughfare in the Richmond area – where locals can easily access numerous commercial amenities. Publix, Kroger, Food Lion and The Fresh Market provide grocery shopping options, while various drive-through, fast casual and sit-down restaurants provide options when eating out. Locals grab everyday essentials from nearby Target, Walmart Supercenter or The Home Depot. And for some indoor fun, there’s Uptown Alley, a bowling alley that’s great for all ages, and a Regal Commonwealth movie theater.
U.S. Interstate 288 and Hull Street Road
Woodlake is about 20 miles from downtown Richmond, and locals can get there using Virginia state Route 76. Hull Street Road is just outside the neighborhood and leads towards U.S. Interstate 288, which heads north towards Short Pump and farther south into Chesterfield County. In case of emergency, the Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center is about 5 miles north. And when it’s time to fly, the Chesterfield County Airport is about 13 miles southeast, while the Richmond International Airport is about 30 miles northeast.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Woodlake
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Woodlake, Chesterfield sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Woodlake, Chesterfield over the last 12 months is $452,912, down 4% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
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Demographics
Total Population
8,562
Median Age
43
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$123,680
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$146,608
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.2%
College Graduates
63.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
11''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
22/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
11/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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