Neighborhood in Aptos, CA
Is Rob Roy Junction a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe34
Medium14
Low48
Other148
52 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape6
Child involved44
Assault10
Other2
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, medical dispatch sent to an incident near Seventh-day Adventist Camp on Soquel San Jose Road. | Soquel San Jose Rd, Soquel, CA 95073 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call for difficulty breathing was reported near Mangels Ranch Road and Aptos Creek Road. Engine 3515 and Medic 12 were dispatched. | Mangels Rnch, Aptos, CA 95003 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers discuss a possible hit-and-run or follow-up crash involving a lifted gray Ford pickup truck with tinted windows and modified black headlights, reportedly seen near Highway 1 by Capitola. The pickup may have been traveling southbound and then northbound, and Santa Cruz police are asked to be notified. | CA-1, Capitola, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency was reported at Pacific Coast Manor, with the patient located in room (number withheld). | Wharf Rd, Capitola, CA 95010 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a priority bravo medical call was dispatched near Shoreview Drive at 0530 hours involving Medic 12 and Central Medical (number withheld). | Shoreview Dr, Aptos, CA 95003 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units responded to a reported traffic accident near Freedom Boulevard and McDonald Road, possibly involving a vehicle and a deer. The situation was reported by a single caller and remained unconfirmed as responders arrived in the area. | Freedom Blvd & McDonald Rd, Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley, CA 95003 | Traffic |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency was reported near Athelley Lane. The call was initially dispatched as a priority D but was later downgraded to priority A, with fire units no longer responding while the incident remains pending. | Chase Ln, Aptos, CA 95003 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm at a residential building near Heather Terrace. It was later reported that a resident had pulled the building alarm, and there was no actual fire. The alarm was treated as a false alarm and the alarm company was notified. Another unit was called off from a separate medical call on Merrill Street. | Heather Terrace, Aptos, CA 95003 | Fire |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of an injured deer with a possible broken leg and damaged antler in the (number withheld) block of Trout Gulch Road near Red Hawk Lane in Aptos. It was unknown from radio traffic if the deer was still alive. | Trout Gulch Rd, Aptos, CA 95003 | Other Non-Crime Event |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a unit was involved in a possible vehicle collision and became unavailable near Beach Drive in Aptos. The crew requested CHP to respond to their location near the 200 block of Beach Drive. | Beach Dr, Aptos, CA 95003 | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$1,475,619
Average Rent
$7,861
Vacancy Rate
9%
Overview
Rob Roy Junction is a suburban neighborhood in Aptos, California, characterized by a dominance of detached single-family homes and townhomes. Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999, with some from 1940-1969.
The neighborhood is among the wealthiest in the nation, with well-maintained properties and luxury vehicles common.
It has one of the lowest child poverty rates in the U.S., reflecting strong family and economic stability.
Rob Roy Junction is also known for a high concentration of urban sophisticates and highly educated executives.
SuburbanDetached HomesWealthyLow Child Poverty
Quick Facts
| Detached Single-Family Homes | Dominant housing type |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Rob Roy Junction's housing stock is overwhelmingly detached single-family homes, with very few other housing types. Most residences are owner occupied, and the homes are well maintained.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Most homes owner occupied |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Majority built 1970-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
The neighborhood is almost exclusively detached single-family homes, offering privacy and space.
Rob Roy Junction is among the wealthiest neighborhoods, with luxury vehicles and high property values.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood is home to many urban sophisticates and executives, with a strong family orientation and very low child poverty.
High executive and professional presence shapes a refined community character.
Low child poverty supports family stability and well-being.
Urban Sophisticates — Residents have urbane tastes in arts and culture, reflecting a big city lifestyle in a suburban setting.
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Executive Occupation Share | 72.5% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 72.5% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Top 2.3% in U.S. |
| Welsh Ancestry | 3.3% |
| British Ancestry | 2.9% |
| Foreign Born Rate | 10.0% |
| Languages Spoken | English (86.3%), Spanish (7.5%), Persian (0.8%) |
Commute
Most residents drive alone or carpool, with many having commutes between 30 and 45 minutes. Car ownership is common and useful in this suburban neighborhood.
Rob Roy Junction offers typical suburban commute patterns with moderate commute lengths and common car use.
Moderate Commutes — Many residents have commutes between 30 and 45 minutes, around the national average.
Car-Dependent — Majority drive alone, reflecting suburban transportation reliance.
| Commute Time | 30-45 minutes for 27.6% of workers |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 66.4% |
| Carpool Rate | 6.7% |
Homes for sale near 95003
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Rob Roy Junction?
The median real estate price is $1,475,619, more expensive than 82.4% of California neighborhoods.
What type of housing dominates Rob Roy Junction?
Detached single-family homes dominate, more than 96.3% of U.S. neighborhoods.
How affluent is Rob Roy Junction?
It is among the wealthiest neighborhoods, wealthier than 97.7% of U.S. neighborhoods, with a high share of executives.