Colton Northwest, CA
Is Colton Northwest a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Colton, CA - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe198
Medium112
Low332
Other1270
154 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape23
Child involved130
Assault12
Other9
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, a choking incident occurred near South San Antonio Drive at Casa Mediterranea Apartments, unit (number withheld). Medic 1211 was dispatched. | S Santo Antonio Dr, Colton, CA 92324 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are responding to a report of an unconscious person near South Berry Street between South Ash Street and East Kirk Street in Colton. | S Berry St, Colton, CA 92324 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible unconscious person near the 700 block of South Berry Street in Colton, between South Ash Street and East Kirk Street. A high-priority medical response was reassigned from one medic engine to a medic squad. | S Berry St, Colton, CA 92324 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible commercial fire alarm on East Cooley Drive between South Viola and South Cooley Drive West, associated with OES 6107 and VDH call number 2. | S Cooley Dr E, Colton, CA 92324 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a commercial fire alarm was reported at a lodging business on West Valley Boulevard in Colton. Fire crews, including Medic Engine 212, were dispatched to investigate the possible fire alarm activation. | W Valley Blvd, Colton, CA 92324 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were involved in a low-speed failure-to-yield pursuit on westbound Interstate 10 near Waterman and Alabama in San Bernardino. The vehicle reportedly continued about 40 to 45 miles per hour without stopping until it came to a stop on the Mount Vernon off-ramp, where multiple units responded and a Spanish-speaking officer was requested. | S Mt Vernon Ave i, San Bernardino, CA 92410 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a possible traffic stop on westbound Interstate 10 near Waterman Avenue involving a vehicle associated with a wants and warrants check from Maryland. | I-10, San Bernardino, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services were dispatched for an elderly female having difficulty breathing near Amethyst Street. | Amethyst St, Riverside, CA 92507 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer reports a traffic stop on eastbound Highway 60 near the Market Street exit involving a vehicle with a specified license plate. | CA-60, Riverside, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews and a medic engine responded to a reported incident near South Mount Vernon Avenue and East M Street in Colton. Units later cleared the scene and one unit was canceled while another agency was still being sought for a report. | E M St & S Mt Vernon Ave, Colton, CA 92324 | Fire |
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Median Home Price
$536,786
Average Rent
$2,561
Vacancy Rate
1.5%
Overview
Colton Northwest is a densely urban neighborhood in Colton, California, with a median home price of $536,786, less expensive than 80.3% of California neighborhoods.
The average rent is $2,561, lower than 76.8% of California neighborhoods. The vacancy rate is very low at 1.5%, indicating tight housing supply.
UrbanAffordable HousingManufacturing Hub
Quick Facts
| Housing Age (1970-1999) | 85.3% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Colton Northwest is mostly small to medium single-family homes and apartments, with a majority built between 1970 and 1999.
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
|---|---|
| Detached Single Family Homes |
What buyers will notice right away
Homes are affordable with a consistent housing age profile.
Low vacancy rate indicates strong demand and limited supply.
Families & Lifestyle
Colton Northwest has a middle-income population with a high rate of manufacturing employment and notable childhood poverty.
Strong manufacturing base supports local employment.
Higher childhood poverty rate indicates economic challenges.
Working-Class Community — Dominated by manufacturing and labor occupations with a mix of other jobs.
| Child Poverty Rate | 28.8% |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing/Laborer Share | 50.8% |
Demographics
| Income Rank | Higher than 45.3% of US neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Top Ancestries | ["Mexican","Asian","Arab","German","Irish"] |
| Foreign Born Rate | 34.5% |
| Languages Spoken | ["Spanish","English","Tagalog"] |
| Urdu Speakers | 0.9% |
Commute
Most residents drive alone with commute times mostly between 15 and 30 minutes.
Colton Northwest residents have relatively short commutes and rely heavily on private vehicles.
Short Commutes — Nearly half commute between 15 and 30 minutes.
Car Reliance — High solo driving and carpooling rates.
| Commute Time 15-30 Minutes | 48.1% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 80.6 |
| Carpool Rate | 15.1 |
Homes for sale near 92324
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the housing affordability in Colton Northwest?
Median home price is $536,786, less expensive than 80.3% of California neighborhoods.
What languages are spoken in Colton Northwest?
Spanish is most common, followed by English and Tagalog.