Ft Belvoir, VA is a U.S. Army installation located in Fairfax County,
Virginia. The census-designated place, once home to the Belvoir
Plantation, is now home to just over 7,000 people. William Fairfax
purchased the plantation and turned it into an elegant brick mansion,
destroyed by fire in the late 1700s. The base was founded during the
first World War and named in honor of the plantation that once stood
there. Ft. Belvoir is now home to Virginia's National Guard 29th
Infantry Division and other Army commands.
Ft Belvoir Neighborhoods
Ft Belvoir is located on a U.S. Route 1 corridor. The CDP has a
population density of 233.1/sq. mi. with 2,056 housing units, 1,904
households and 1,867 families living in the area. Racial makeup is
nearly 56 percent white, 32 percent African American, just over 10
percent Hispanic, nearly 2 percent Asian, less than 1 percent Native
American and 5 percent from other races. Nearly 85 percent of households
have children under the age of 18 as part of their household.
The same percentage is married couples. Nearly 12 percent of households
have a female as head of household with no husband, while just under 2
percent are non-families. The average family size is 3.7, with the
average household size at 3.6. The average income is $30,625. Broken
down, it's $39,107 for males and $30,625 for females. Just under 5
percent live under poverty level. Most neighborhoods in the community
are a mix of these demographics.
Life in Ft Belvoir, VA
Life in Ft Belvoir is pretty much the same as any close-knit community.
There are many festivals and events scheduled throughout the year in Ft
Belvoir. The community celebrates Black History Month with a skit
showing the history of the culture along with a sampling of food from
various ethnic groups. Residents have a selection of dining options from
fine dining to more casual eateries. Many local restaurants run weekly
specials.
The Villages at Belvoir is a collection of new, historic, and
traditional housing throughout the area consisting of 15 different
villages with a variety of housing options ranging from two to five
bedrooms. Most of the amenities a resident needs can be found within the
community. Life in Ft Belvoir has been described by area residents as
"casual and relaxed." At the same time, members of the community tend to
have a high level of respect for the military personnel living and
working there.
Community of Ft Belvoir, VA
The community is heavily influenced by the military since it serves as
an Army installation. A community center provides a place for families
to relax and unwind in a safe environment. Crime is lower than the
national average in Ft Belvoir. Area schools welcome all school age
children in the community. School Liaison Transition Services helps with
educational concerns for new residents and military members and their
families. Childcare services are available for all residents. Notable
businesses or facilities in the area include
• Senior Officer Housing
• New Enlisted Housing
• Post Chapel
• DeWitt Army Hospital
• DLA Headquarters
• McRee Barracks complex
• Ft. Belvoir Army Community Hospital
The community also boasts highly-rated medical facilities, a public
library, public swimming pools, vet services, beauty and barber shops,
fitness facilities, a community theater, a service station and chapels
representing various faiths. The Fort Belvoir Newcomers' Briefing is
held on the first Monday of every month for both military and civilian
newcomers to the community. For additional information, call (703)
805-5058.
