Cupertino, CA

Is Cupertino, CA (Oak Valley) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Hoodscore

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe7

Medium3

Low9

Other28

1 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape0

Child involved1

Assault0

Other0

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, dispatchers discussed a possible harassment report near the intersection of Scenic Drive and La Honda Road, and another unit indicated they would handle the call.	Scenic Dr, Redwood City, CA 94062	Assault Report
Jul 14, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a report of a possible prowler at a residence near Woodland Vista in La Honda. The reporting party heard a door open and slam in an unfinished basement and saw a man with a headlamp walking toward the area. The person was later reported to be the landlord, who said he had dropped off items in the basement and left.	Woodland Vista, La Honda, CA 94020	Break-In
Jul 14, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a report of a possible prowler at a residence near Woodland Vista in La Honda. The reporting party heard a door open and slam in an unfinished basement after seeing a man with a headlamp walk toward that area. The caller suggested the person may be her landlord, who is reportedly entering the property without permission, but this has not been confirmed.	Woodland Vista, La Honda, CA 94020	Suspicious Activity
Jul 14, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a residential burglary alarm with front entry motion activation at a home near Vista Verde Way in the Los Trancos Woods area off Ramona Road. No responsible party was available, and the last reported alarm at this location was in March.	Vista Verde Way, Portola Valley, CA 94028	Break-In
Jul 12, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller near La Honda Road reported two white sports cars apparently racing eastbound at high speed. Highway patrol was being notified about the possible reckless driving.	La Honda Rd, La Honda, CA 94020	Traffic
Jul 10, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical alarm was reported near Old Spanish Trail. Fire units confirmed the fire is out and are awaiting medic activation.	Old Spanish Trail, Portola Valley, CA 94028	Medical Emergency
Jul 10, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, there was a medical emergency call near Ventura Avenue in La Honda. The response was canceled shortly after an update from the scene or caller.	Ventura Ave, La Honda, CA 94020	Medical Emergency
Jul 10, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call code two was reported near Ventura Avenue.	Ventura Ave, La Honda, CA 94020	Medical Emergency
Jul 10, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies took a lost property report for a possible theft of a license plate from a pull trailer near Sears Ranch Rd (La Honda area).	Sears Ranch Rd, La Honda, CA 94020	Theft Report
Jul 10, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies received a lost property report about a possible theft of a license plate from a pull trailer near Sears Ranch Road in La Honda.	Sears Ranch Rd, La Honda, CA 94020	Theft Report

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Median Home Price

$3,173,842

Work From Home

49.1%

Vacancy Rate

9.1%

Nearby neighborhoods

Neighborhood Overview

Oak Valley in Cupertino, CA, is a remote, low-density neighborhood known for its expensive real estate and diverse housing options. The median home price is $3,173,842, placing it among the priciest neighborhoods in California and the U.S.

Residents here are predominantly owners of medium to large single-family homes built mostly between 1970 and 1999, with a vacancy rate near the national median at 9.1%.

The neighborhood is notably wealthy, with income and wealth levels higher than nearly all U.S. neighborhoods, and it has a very low child poverty rate.

Nearly half of the residents work from home, a rate far above the national average, reflecting the area's executive and professional character.

RemoteWealthyHigh Work-From-HomeEstablished Housing

Quick Facts

Average Rent	$4,725
Work From Home Rate	49.1%
Child Poverty Rate	0.0%

Housing market and real estate character

Oak Valley's housing stock mainly consists of medium to large single-family homes built between 1940 and 1999, with most residences owner-occupied.

Owner Occupied Rate	High
Housing Type	Medium to large single-family homes and apartments
Housing Age	Majority built 1970-1999
Vacancy Rate	9.1%

What buyers will notice right away

Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999, offering mature community character.

High owner occupancy suggests residential stability.

Families & Lifestyle

Oak Valley attracts highly educated professionals and retirees seeking a peaceful, diverse, and safe environment with a strong executive presence.

The neighborhood's wealth and education levels support a quiet, safe, and diverse community.

High work-from-home rates reflect a lifestyle suited to executives and retirees alike.

Executive Professionals — A large share of residents work in executive, management, and professional roles.

Retirees — The area is notably retiree-friendly with a peaceful atmosphere and diverse housing.

Graduate Degree Holders	46.2%
Executive, Manager, Professional Share	78.6%
Retiree-Friendly Rank	More retiree-friendly than 99.2% of CA neighborhoods

Demographics

Graduate Degree Rate	46.2%
Executive/Professional Employment	78.6%
Child Poverty Rate	0.0%
Foreign Born	25.6%
Top Languages	["English (73.4%)","Chinese","Languages of India","Spanish","Tagalog"]
Top Ancestries	["Asian (32.7%)","English (13.2%)","German (11.5%)","Irish (8.5%)","Italian (8.4%)","Croatian (1.8%)","Iranian (1.8%)"]