Is Rancho Rinconada a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Cupertino, California - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
177 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, emergency medical units are dispatched code 3 to a location on East El Camino Real near Crestview Drive in Mountain View, with Medic 16 confirming response. | E El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 94040 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical aid dispatch was requested near East El Camino Real, Mountain View, involving cross streets Crestview Drive and West El Camino Real. The incident may involve a preliminary medical emergency. | E El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 94040 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a patient on Alhambra Avenue in the Montebello area appears to have an injury with a chunk of skin missing after breaking up a cat fight. Medical units responded to the scene. | Alhambra Ave, Cupertino, CA 95014 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched Code 3 to a reported vehicle collision on eastbound Stevens Creek Boulevard near a business called (person_name withheld). California Highway Patrol was reported on scene and Cal Fire was completing an apparent medical assessment. | Stevens Creek Blvd, California | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a fall incident with suspected code two status was reported near Puente Court. A closer medical unit was later requested for the same fall call. | Puente Ct, Saratoga, CA 95070 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 27 is dispatched code 3 to a reported crash where a vehicle has struck a tree near Canyon Oak and Sarah Street in Cupertino. | Canyon Oak Way, Cupertino, CA 95014 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was dispatched to (number withheld) West El Camino Real for a person who collapsed near the pool. Units responded code 3. | W El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA 94087 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched code 3 to a reported vehicle accident near the 700 block of El Camino Real in Mountain View. A rescue medic unit advised they were en route while dispatch indicated the call was not yet in their system. | E El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 94040 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and medical crews respond to a pediatric urgent care clinic on East El Camino Real in Mountain View for a reported three-year-old with an allergic reaction after an EpiPen was used. | E El Camino Real 2nd floor, Mountain View, CA 94040 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reported a possible medical emergency at a park in Sunnyvale, where a woman caller said her boyfriend was having heart problems near the south end of the park. A fire engine unit was dispatched to respond. | Panama Park, 755 Dartshire Way, Sunnyvale, CA 94087 | Medical Emergency |
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Neighborhood Overview
Rancho Rinconada is a densely urban neighborhood in Cupertino, California, known for its high real estate values and executive residents.
The area features mostly medium to small single-family homes and apartments, with many residences built between 1940 and 1999.
Quick Facts
| Population Density | Densely urban |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
Housing market and real estate character
Rancho Rinconada's housing stock is primarily owner occupied with a mix of medium and small single-family homes and apartments, mostly built between 1940 and 1999.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Majority |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Many homes built 1940-1969, some 1970-1999 |
| Vacancy Rate | 6.0% |
| Housing Type | Medium to small single-family homes and apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
Rancho Rinconada is home to wealthy, highly educated executives who value quality education and luxury living.
| Advanced Degree Holders | 51.7% |
|---|---|
| Executive & Professional Workforce | 82.2% |
Demographics
| Advanced Degree Rate | 51.7% |
|---|---|
| Executive & Professional Share | 82.2% |
| Income Level | Top 15% in U.S. |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Asian Ancestry | 70.1% |
| Iranian Ancestry | 2.3% |
| Foreign Born | 57.0% |
| Primary Language - Chinese | 23.2% |
Commute
Most residents commute between 30 and 45 minutes, primarily driving alone.
Rancho Rinconada residents mostly rely on private vehicles with moderate commute times.
| Main Commute Time | 30-45 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 63.3% |
| Carpool Rate | 5.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Rancho Rinconada?
The median home price is $2,775,516, placing it among the most expensive neighborhoods nationally.
What is the typical commute time for residents?
Most residents commute between 30 and 45 minutes, primarily by driving alone.
How diverse is Rancho Rinconada?
The neighborhood has a high Asian ancestry population at 70.1% and a significant foreign-born share of 57.0%.