
Is Dowtown Burbank a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
69 Registered Offenders Nearby
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 shares possible misdemeanor hit and run traffic information near Magnolia Boulevard and Bakman Avenue, with a suspect vehicle last reported heading toward Las Vegas. | Bakman Ave & Magnolia Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 91601 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services responded to a report of a dizzy person near North Maple Street, between Monterey Avenue and Pacific Avenue. The person was reported outside. | N Maple St, Burbank, CA 91505 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported family-related disturbance at a residence on Hazelhurst Place. The suspect briefly moved toward a nearby donut shop parking lot, then returned to the property. Units entered the area and the suspect was ultimately taken into custody at the Hazelhurst Place location. | Hazelhurst Pl, North Hollywood, CA 91606 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported domestic violence and restraining order violation in the area of Hazelhurst Place near Lankershim. The male suspect was reportedly last seen heading east through a property while wearing (description withheld) and no shirt. | Hazelhurst Pl, North Hollywood, CA 91606 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported battery/domestic-violence restraining order violation at a residence near Hazelhurst Pl. The suspect is reportedly with another male and is threatening to have a gun in a gold Jaguar. | Hazelhurst Pl, North Hollywood, CA 91606 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported domestic violence incident involving a restraining order violation near Hazelhurst Place (North Hollywood area). Suspect described as a Hispanic male, about 21, no shirt and blue shorts; he was reportedly with another male and was threatening to have a gun in a gold Jaguar. | Hazelhurst Pl, Los Angeles, CA 91606 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported battery/domestic violence order violation at a residence near Hazelhurst Place in the North Hollywood area. The suspect is described as a 21-year-old Hispanic male, shirtless and wearing blue shorts, and is reportedly threatening to have a gun in a vehicle; the suspect vehicle is described as a gold Jaguar. Another male is reportedly on scene with the suspect. | Hazelhurst Pl, Los Angeles, CA 91606 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible hot-prowl burglary at a home near Keswick Street in Sun Valley, with the reporting party hearing a suspect moving inside a first-floor bedroom. Units responded code three, requested an air unit, and later indicated a suspect in custody related to the Keswick incidents. | Keswick St, Sun Valley, CA 91352 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a report of a possible suspicious man at a hotel on Ventura Boulevard in Studio City. The subject is described as a white male wearing black clothing, with no further details or direction of travel known. | Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604 | Suspicious Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to investigate a reported suspect near the 5800 block of Tujunga Boulevard in North Hollywood. The call includes a description of an adult man and is handled as a code two response. | Tujunga Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91601 | Suspicious Activity |
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Overview
Dowtown Burbank is a densely urban neighborhood in Burbank, California, with a housing mix dominated by small apartments and high-rise complexes.
The neighborhood has a high percentage of residents working from home and a diverse cultural composition with significant Armenian ancestry.
Quick Facts
| Work From Home Rate | 30.7% |
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Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Dowtown Burbank is mostly small apartments and high-rise buildings, with a majority renter occupancy.
| Housing Type | 71.9% apartment complexes or high-rise apartments |
|---|---|
| Small Unit Share | 89.4% one, two, or no bedroom units |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a moderate income level with a notable childhood poverty rate and a strong presence of executive occupations.
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 18.2% |
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Demographics
| Income Level | Middle income |
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| Armenian Ancestry | 34.6% |
| Foreign Born | 51.2% |
| Languages Spoken | English (38.2%), Spanish, Persian (2.1%) |
Commute
Many residents have short commutes and a high rate of working from home.
Dowtown Burbank features short commutes and a high work-from-home population.
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
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| Drive Alone Rate | 66.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price?
The median home price is $1,178,717, more expensive than 70.4% of California neighborhoods.
What is the work-from-home rate?
30.7% of residents work from home, higher than 95.2% of U.S. neighborhoods.