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MA-50 Needs and Market Analysis Discussion
Are there areas where households with multiple housing problems are concentrated? (include a definition
of "concentration")
Yes, there are areas where households with multiple housing problems are concentrated. Concentration, per HUD
definition, is a geographical area where the housing issues, racial or ethnic or minority group is 10% higher than in
the City overall. Although Newport News has many positive assets, the geography of the City causes some
challenges, as the City is 22 miles long and only 6 miles wide at its widest point. Thus, due to the age of some areas,
economic factors, and transportation, many concentrations have been a reality for many years with some
improvement over the years that have made a substantial difference. One such initiative is the Choice Neighborhood
Initiative (CNI) Grant, which has eliminated some lower income concentration and is trying to bring higher income
families into the area.
Are there any areas in the jurisdiction where racial or ethnic minorities or low-income families are
concentrated? (include a definition of "concentration")
Currently, there are 44 different census tracts within the City. This number increased after the 2010 census was
done. Of those 44, there are 15 that reflect areas of minority concentrations. The total population of the City per
the 2012 American Community Survey is 180,831. Per a 2014 Statistical Profile Report prepared by the City’s
Planning Department, the racial breakout for the population is as follows: Whites 46.1 %, Blacks 39.5%, Asian 2.8%,
Hispanic 7.4% and other 4.2%. Black is by far the leader in minority concentrations within the City. There are twelve
census tracts within the City that reflect a concentration of Black minority concentrations and they are tracts: 301,
303, 304, 305, 306, 308, 309,
312, 313, 320.06, 322.12 and 322.25. There were only three other areas reflecting minority concentrations. They are
tracts 321.26, 321.28 and 323. The Hispanic population represents the minority concentration in these tracts.
What are the characteristics of the market in these areas/neighborhoods?
This largest area of concentration is known as the Southeast Community or the Southeast Redevelopment Area and
has our largest minority and lower income population composed mainly of African Americans. This area generally
has the lower homeownership rate and the majority of public housing is located in this area. The Southeast area of
the City is roughly a five mile square generally bounded by Mercury Boulevard, the James River, the Hampton Roads
waterway and the city line adjacent to the City of Hampton. This area has the most aged housing stock and is the
oldest part of the City. Also, a lack or scarcity of essential services are located in the area. In realizing the
commitments made to receive the CNI grant the overall characteristics are slowly changing.
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