Ravensworth, Virginia — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Ravensworth, Fairfax County.
| City | Ravensworth |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Fairfax |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 38.804002 |
| Longitude | -77.220538 |
| Population | 2,475 |
| Density | 1096.7 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
Ravensworth is a locality in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,475. The population density is 1096.7 people per km². Ravensworth is located at 38.8040°N, 77.2205°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 22151.
Ravensworth unfolds across a gentle topography where broad, rolling hills, softened by decades of cultivation and thoughtful development, meet the meandering curves of Accotink Creek. It lies 2.1 miles west-north-west of Springfield, VA (from Springfield, VA: bearing 300°T), and is situated 9.5 miles south-west of Arlington. The landscape here breathes with a quiet abundance, a place where the dappled sunlight filtering through mature oak and maple trees paints shifting patterns on well-tended lawns and the occasional stretch of wilder woodland. The air carries the faint, earthy scent of damp soil after a spring rain, mingling with the distant hum of traffic that speaks of Ravensworth’s proximity to larger arteries without intruding on its inherent serenity. Homes, a mix of established brick colonials and more contemporary designs, are set back from the roads, often embraced by mature landscaping that lends an air of established permanence to the neighborhood. The history of Ravensworth is a layered narrative, echoing the broader story of Northern Virginia’s evolution from agrarian roots to a vibrant nexus of commerce and innovation. Once part of extensive landholdings, the area’s development accelerated in the latter half of the twentieth century, driven by the burgeoning government and technology sectors that have shaped Fairfax County. The local economy, though integrated into the wider regional powerhouse, retains a character influenced by its suburban setting, with residents often commuting to nearby employment centers while enjoying the residential amenities Ravensworth offers. The presence of the historic Pohick Church, though a short drive away, casts a long shadow of colonial-era history over the general vicinity, reminding one of the deep roots that anchor this evolving landscape.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Ravensworth, Virginia with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Ravensworth and Fairfax County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Ravensworth is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Ravensworth is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |