Homaker Park West, Bakersfield, CA
Is Homaker Park West a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe666
Medium618
Low1427
Other1772
353 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape68
Child involved266
Assault38
Other21
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, 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. | Pine St, Bakersfield, CA 93304 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check is underway near Belle Terrace; the caller had called multiple times. | Belle Ter, Bakersfield, CA 93304 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 4 is responding to a crash scene near Mountain View Street in Bakersfield to check for any additional victims. | Mountain View St, Bakersfield, CA 93309 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates an officer is en route to Jamison Center with a detained woman. | Shalimar Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93306 | Other Incidents |
| Jul 16, 2026 | 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. | Tulare St & Sumner St, Bakersfield, CA 93305 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers investigated a possible suspect who may have fled into a yard near 6th Street in Bakersfield. Radio traffic was moved to another channel, and one person was later reported in custody. During related radio traffic, officers also mentioned a medical aid call at a mobile home park on Lebeck Road and a separate traffic stop near Sumner and Tulare Street. | 6th St, Bakersfield, CA 93304 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers reported a possible suspect entering a yard near 6th Street in Bakersfield. Units later advised one person was in custody and the scene was reported code 4. | 6th St, Bakersfield, CA 93304 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible fight disturbance on Mountain View Street in Bakersfield, with radio traffic also referencing a recent assault involving caustic chemicals. | Mountain View St, Bakersfield, CA 93309 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a reported traffic hazard on eastbound Rosedale Highway west of Superior, where tree branches are blocking traffic lanes and a gray Mazda sedan may have been hit. The California Highway Patrol was requested for a possible injury collision response. | Rosedale Hwy, Bakersfield, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a reported emergency involving a young child near Beardsley Avenue in Bakersfield. Dispatch reported that a caller said the child needed police, then disconnected, and they were trying to reach a parent again by phone. | Beardsley Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93308 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$386,696
Average Rent
$1,801
Vacancy Rate
1.5%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview of Homaker Park West, Bakersfield, CA
Homaker Park West is a densely urban neighborhood in Bakersfield, California, with a median home price of $386,696, less expensive than 91.7% of California neighborhoods. The average rent is $1,801, lower than 93.8% of California neighborhoods.
The vacancy rate is low at 1.5%, lower than 88.7% of U.S. neighborhoods, indicating tight housing supply. Housing is mostly renter occupied at 85.9%, among the highest rates nationally.
The neighborhood faces economic challenges with a per capita income lower than 97.5% of U.S. neighborhoods and 69.2% of children living in poverty, higher than 98.5% of U.S. neighborhoods.
High Renter OccupancyLow Vacancy RateHigh Child Poverty
Housing market and real estate character
Homaker Park West features mostly renter-occupied apartments and single-family homes with a tight housing supply.
| Renter Occupancy | 85.9% |
|---|
What buyers will notice right away
Most housing is renter occupied, reflecting a transient or rental-focused population.
Low vacancy rate indicates strong demand or limited availability.
Families and Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a high rate of single mother households and significant child poverty.
Unique Occupational Mix — The area has a high proportion of farmers, foresters, or fishers, a rare characteristic nationally.
| Single Mother Households | 30.6% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 69.2% |
Demographics and Education
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 4.6% |
|---|---|
| Per Capita Income | |
| Top Languages | ["English","Spanish","Italian"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Mexican","Puerto Rican","Irish","Hungarian","German"] |
Commute Patterns
Most residents drive alone to work, with many commuting 15 to 30 minutes.
Commuting is dominated by driving alone, with moderate carpooling and relatively short commute times.
High Solo Driving — Over three-quarters drive alone to work.
Carpooling — Nearly one in five carpool to work.
| Drive Alone | 76.8% |
|---|---|
| Carpool | 19.0% |
| Commute Time 15-30 min | 37.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the housing like in Homaker Park West?
Housing is mostly renter occupied apartments and single-family homes with a low vacancy rate.
What are the economic challenges?
The neighborhood has low income, high child poverty, and a high rate of single mother households.
What occupations are common?
The area has a notably high proportion of farmers, foresters, or fishers, rare in most U.S. neighborhoods.