Crime & Safety Report for 42957 56th St W, Lancaster, CA 93536

Review crime and safety information near 42957 56th St W, Lancaster, CA 93536. 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

$598,000 | 3 bd | 2 ba | 2,140 sqft

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

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Full report contains 134 offenders within 5 miles and 1216 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

134 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 42957 56th St W, Lancaster, CA 93536

134 Registered Offenders Nearby
39 Rape
97 Child Involved
10 Assault
7 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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FERRAIZ, JOAQUIN JOSEPH

69 years old

Child Involved

Rapist

Violent

44523 15TH STREET WEST LANCASTER, CA, 93534
4.5 Medium
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GARCIA, MATTHEW AL

25 years old

Child Involved

2709 W AVE L2 LANCASTER, CA, 93534
2.9 Medium
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HICKS, ANTHONY

30 years old

Child Involved

1635 NEWGROVE ST LANCASTER, CA, 93534
4.5 Medium
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MORGANA, MARK EDWARD

75 years old

Child Involved

1802 W AVE J LANCASTER, CA, 93534
4.1 Medium
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YOCHELSON, CHARLES HOWARD

59 years old

Rapist

5711 WEST COLUMBIA WAY LANCASTER, CA, 93536
1.2 Medium

1216 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

1216 Crime & Incidents by Severity
155 Severe
117 Medium
224 Low
720 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Traffic

07/16/2026 08:58 PM

16th St W, Palmdale, CA

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers report a possible non-injury hit-and-run involving a gray Toyota Avalon that struck another vehicle near 13th Street West. The reporting party appears to have followed the suspect vehicle, and both vehicles are now stopped near 16th Street West and Avenue R, where the drivers are reportedly arguing.

Domestic Dispute

07/16/2026 08:35 PM

Loneoak Ave, Lancaster, CA 93534

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible family dispute at a residence on Lone Oak Avenue in Lancaster. The reporting party, who lives at the home, said all involved people live there and agreed to meet officers while waiting in a black Tesla in the driveway.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 08:30 PM

W Ave J, Lancaster, CA 93534

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a suspected DUI traffic incident and transported a patient Code 3 from near Hudson and Laurel to Lancaster Medical Center.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 08:11 PM

15th St W & W Ave J 8, Lancaster, CA 93534

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are responding in Lancaster for a reported 2-year-old child locked inside a vehicle near 15th St W and Avenue J-8. Fire was notified and is en route.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 08:11 PM

15th St W, Lancaster, CA

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched for a report that a young child (about 2 years old) was locked inside a vehicle near 15th St W and Ave J in Lancaster. Fire was notified and responded. Vehicle tag/license information was broadcast as (number withheld).

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Quartz Hill High0.6 mi
Joe Walker Middle0.8 mi
Academies of the Antelope Valley0.9 mi
Endeavour Middle1.4 mi
Sundown Elementary1.5 mi
Quartz Hill Elementary1.6 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 42957 56th St W 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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