Crime & Safety Report for 172 La Mesa Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93305

Review crime and safety information near 172 La Mesa Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93305. HoodScore summarizes nearby reported incidents, registered sex offenders, and neighborhood safety indicators to help buyers and renters perform better location due diligence.

Generated At — 2026-07-25

$309,000 | 3 bd | 2 ba | 1,161 sqft

Distance rings: 1 mi and 2 mi from the property.

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Full report contains 500 offenders within 5 miles and 4080 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

500 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 172 La Mesa Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93305

500 Registered Offenders Nearby
88 Rape
387 Child Involved
70 Assault
28 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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DAWSON, TORRES

41 years old

Child Involved

909 3RD ST BAKERSFIELD, CA, 93304
2.7 Medium
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JORDAN, DANIEL PAUL

66 years old

Rapist

2901 SOUTH H STREET BAKERSFIELD, CA, 93304
4.8 Medium
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SMITHSON, LAWRENCE TROY

53 years old

Child Involved

2900 M ST BAKERSFIELD, CA, 93301
1.1 Medium
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TORRES, DANNY B

65 years old

Child Involved

Violent

1303 S ST BAKERSFIELD, CA, 93301
1.9 Medium
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AMBROSE, MATTHEW CARL

61 years old

Child Involved

6101 HESKETH DR BAKERSFIELD, CA, 93309
4.8 Medium

4080 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

4080 Crime & Incidents by Severity
598 Severe
548 Medium
1297 Low
1637 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Traffic

07/16/2026 10:14 PM

CA-178, Bakersfield, CA

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on two vehicles near North Elizabeth Street and the eastbound Highway 178 on-ramp in Bakersfield. The situation was reported code 4, with one subject possibly taken into custody.

Domestic Dispute

07/16/2026 10:04 PM

Pine St, Bakersfield, CA 93304

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible family-related disturbance involving a boyfriend at a residence near East Pine Road in Bakersfield. The man is reportedly wearing a gray shirt and dark-colored shorts.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 10:03 PM

Belle Ter, Bakersfield, CA 93304

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check is underway near Belle Terrace; the caller had called multiple times.

Other Incidents

07/16/2026 09:59 PM

Shalimar Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93306

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates an officer is en route to Jamison Center with a detained woman.

Traffic

07/16/2026 09:47 PM

Tulare St & Sumner St, Bakersfield, CA 93305

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conduct a traffic stop at the intersection of Sumner Street and Tulare Street in Bakersfield involving a vehicle with a reported California license plate.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Longfellow Elementary0.5 mi
Stella I. Hills Elementary0.8 mi
Jefferson Elementary0.9 mi
Myra A. Noble Elementary0.9 mi
Washington Middle1.1 mi
Valley Oaks Charter1.2 mi
Downtown Elementary1.5 mi
College Heights Elementary1.6 mi
Abraham Lincoln Jr. High1.7 mi
Kern County Community1.8 mi
Kern County Juvenile Court1.8 mi
Kern County Special Education1.8 mi
Williams Elementary1.8 mi
Standard Middle1.8 mi
Central Academy of Arts and Technology1.9 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 172 La Mesa Dr in a low-crime area?

The current report summarizes crime-related incidents within 5 miles during the last 12 months. HoodScore compares these records with relevant benchmarks, but no report can guarantee future safety.

Why are traffic and medical calls shown separately from crime?

Traffic, medical and fire records are public-safety incidents but are not necessarily crimes. HoodScore separates them to avoid overstating the crime count.

How often is this HoodScore report updated?

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