Altadena West, Altadena
Is Altadena West a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe178
Medium111
Low127
Other726
84 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape17
Child involved65
Assault5
Other6
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are handling a possible follow-up investigation involving a person with a complaint near 1st Street and a residential unit on South Bonnie Avenue in Pasadena. | S Bonnie Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units are responding to a possible medical emergency involving a person found down in front of a location near South Arroyo Boulevard by Belfontaine Street and Grand Avenue. | S Arroyo Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible traffic hazard on southbound State Route 710 north of the 91 Freeway, where unknown debris is in the number one and two lanes on a blind curve, raising concern for passing motorcycles. | CA-710, Pasadena, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency occurred after a fall near Mar Vista Avenue, close to Union Street and Yolo Street. Emergency units were dispatched to the scene. | Mar Vista Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units are responding to a reported traffic collision near Colorado Boulevard and Wilson Avenue in Pasadena, with police already at the scene. | E Colorado Blvd & S Wilson Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a psychiatric medical emergency was reported near West Hammond Street, close to Lincoln Avenue and Willis Alley. Fire and police units were dispatched to the scene. | W Hammond St, Pasadena, CA 91103 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible traffic collision near East Washington Boulevard, along with separate calls for a carbon monoxide alarm near North Niagara Street and a medical emergency for chest pain near North Conlin Avenue in the Pasadena area. Police response to the traffic collision was later canceled. | E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units responded to a reported overdose near North Halstead Street by the A Line in Pasadena. | N Halstead St, Pasadena, CA 91107 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible robbery-related incident at an MTA platform near Montebello Drive and Fillmore, involving approximately four suspects, including one female. | Fillmore Station, Pasadena, CA 91105 | Robbery Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency call was received near North Parkwood Avenue close to Colorado Boulevard and Walnut Street. Engine 34 took over the call after Engine 32 was canceled. | N Parkwood Ave & E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$1,107,308
Average Rent
$4,154
Vacancy Rate
0.8%
Overview
Altadena West is an urban neighborhood in Altadena, California, with a median home price of $1,107,308 and a very low vacancy rate of 0.8%, indicating strong housing demand.
The neighborhood features mostly medium to small single-family homes and townhomes built primarily between 1940 and 1969, with some older homes.
Residents include diverse ancestries such as Mexican, Irish, Spanish, German, and Puerto Rican, and languages spoken include English and Spanish.
The neighborhood has an upper-middle income level with a low child poverty rate and a mix of occupations including executive, sales, manufacturing, and clerical.
Upper-Middle IncomeUrbanLow VacancyDiverse
Quick Facts
| Commute Time | 30-45 minutes |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Altadena West offers mostly medium to small single-family homes and townhomes with a very low vacancy rate, reflecting strong demand.
| Housing Age | Mostly built 1940-1969, some before 1940 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | Majority owner occupied |
What buyers will notice right away
Very low vacancy rate indicates tight housing supply and high demand.
A mix of ancestries and occupations supports a vibrant neighborhood.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood supports an upper-middle income community with diverse occupations and low child poverty.
Mixed Occupations — Residents work in executive, sales, manufacturing, and clerical roles, reflecting economic diversity.
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 45.4% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 2.7% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Above average, upper-middle income |
|---|---|
| Foreign Born Residents | 19.8% |
| Top Ancestries | Mexican, Irish, Spanish, German, Puerto Rican |
| Top Languages | English, Spanish |
Commute
Most residents have moderate commutes, with a majority driving alone and some using train or carpool.
Altadena West offers a mix of commute options with a car-dependent but somewhat diverse transportation profile.
Moderate Commutes — Many residents commute between 30 and 45 minutes.
Diverse Transportation — Carpooling and train use are more common here than in many neighborhoods.
| Commute 30-45 Minutes | 30.7% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone to Work | 60.7% |
| Carpool | 15.0% |
| Train Commute | 7.4% |
Homes for sale near 91001
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Altadena, CA, 91001
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Altadena West a wealthy neighborhood?
It is upper-middle income, with income higher than 67.2% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What is the vacancy rate?
The neighborhood has a very low vacancy rate of 0.8%, indicating strong demand.