Lake Chabot
Is Lake Chabot a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Castro Valley, California - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe356
Medium162
Low828
Other2814
202 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape59
Child involved137
Assault35
Other19
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, fire crews are dispatched for a reported illegal burn near 84th Avenue in Oakland after a corrected location update. | 84th Ave, Oakland, CA | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a female was reported sitting on the curb near the fire station at Main Street in Hayward. Emergency personnel located her across the street from the firehouse. Police response was also requested. | Main St, Hayward, CA 94541 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an emergency medical call for general illness was reported near Main Street and D Street. | D St & Main St, Hayward, CA 94541 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a possible burglar alarm activation at a swim center near Sunset and Inverness. Multiple ranger units indicate they are en route and coordinating their arrival times. | Laurel Ave, Hayward, CA 94541 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units are responding code 3 to a possible chest pain medical incident near Montgomery Street and Sunset Boulevard in Hayward, California. | Sunset Blvd & Montgomery St, Hayward, CA 94541 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency was reported near Sunset Boulevard and Montgomery Street. Fire engine 1 was dispatched to the scene. | Sunset Blvd & Montgomery St, Hayward, CA 94541 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, responders are investigating a possible medical emergency involving a semi-conscious individual acting strangely near Hayward Station. | Hayward Station, Hayward, CA 94541 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS responded to a medical emergency involving eye problems near Earl Street crossing Earl Street Drive in Oakland. The situation was coded as a level two dispatch. | Earl St, Oakland, CA 94605 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving psychiatric issues was reported near Somerset Avenue in Castro Valley. Emergency personnel were dispatched with a code two response. | Somerset Ave, Castro Valley, CA 94546 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involved an adult male transported to Eden Hospital near Lake Chabot Road. The man's age is estimated between 25 and 30 years and he may be (person_name withheld). No further incident details are provided. | Lake Chabot Rd, Castro Valley, CA 94546 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$1,205,901
Average Rent
$4,533
Vacancy Rate
0.7%
Overview
Lake Chabot is an urban neighborhood in Castro Valley, CA with mostly medium to large single-family homes and townhomes.
It is wealthy, family-friendly, and culturally diverse with a strong sense of community.
UrbanWealthyFamily-FriendlyCulturally Diverse
Quick Facts
| Family Friendly Rank | More family-friendly than 98.2% of CA neighborhoods |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Lake Chabot's housing is mostly medium to large single-family homes and townhomes with strong owner occupancy.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Majority owner occupied |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Mostly built 1940-1969, some 1970-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
High owner occupancy supports community stability.
Vacancy rate indicates tight housing supply.
Families & Lifestyle
Lake Chabot is an excellent choice for families and urban sophisticates with a strong cultural and educational environment.
Top public schools and private school attendance support families.
Wealth and education foster a refined cultural lifestyle.
Affluent Families — Many families with school-aged children live here.
Urban Sophisticates — Residents enjoy arts, travel, and cultural activities.
| Family Friendly Rank | More family-friendly than 98.2% of California neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 2.9% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 54 |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Higher than 96.7% of U.S. neighborhoods |
| Foreign Born | 32.9 |
| Top Languages | ["English (54.8%)","Chinese","Vietnamese","Spanish","Tagalog"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Asian (46.9%)","Mexican (10.4%)","German (7.8%)","English (5.7%)","Irish (5.5%)","Ukrainian (2.5%)"] |
Commute
Most residents have moderate commute times with a preference for driving alone and some carpooling.
Lake Chabot offers a balanced commute with strong car use and moderate commute times.
Moderate Commute Times — Most residents spend 15-30 minutes commuting.
Car Ownership — Car ownership is common for commuting.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (28.7%) |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 62.3 |
| Carpool Rate | 10.2 |
Homes for sale near 94546
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$1,169,990
4 bd | 4 ba | 1,714 sqft
3824-3824A Norbridge Ave
Castro Valley, CA, 94546
$1,159,990
4 bd | 4 ba | 1,714 sqft
3818-3818A Northridge Ave
Castro Valley, CA, 94546
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Lake Chabot?
The median home price is $1,205,901.
Is Lake Chabot family-friendly?
Yes, it is more family-friendly than 98.2% of California neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English, Chinese, Vietnamese, Spanish, and Tagalog are common.