Fairfield, CA Neighborhood
Is Travis Air Force Base / East St Vandenberg Drive a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Fairfield, CA - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe180
Medium254
Low456
Other890
137 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape30
Child involved102
Assault23
Other10
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 medical alarm was reported near Nut Tree Road at cross streets Fairview and Alamo. Emergency units were unable to reach anyone inside the apartment. | Nut Tree Rd Apt 51, Vacaville, CA 95687 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of possible threats at a location on West Windway in Suisun City, with additional notes attached to the call. | Westwind Way, Suisun City, CA 94585 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched on a recall to a possible threats report at an apartment on Sunset Avenue in Fairfield. The dispatcher mentioned there were additional notes on the call. | Sunset Ave, Fairfield, CA 94533 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller in Vacaville reported that a woman said an older silver four-door sedan with a loud exhaust had been following her. The car was reportedly driven by a man around 50 years old, and the woman’s current location was unknown. | Star Tulip Ct, Vacaville, CA 95687 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical emergencies reported near Gulf Drive at Pathways Care Home and apartment (number withheld) in Ivy Park at Rockville. | Gulf Dr, Fairfield, CA 94533 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers in Fairfield conducted a possible suspect contact at a residence on Manchester Drive after two men were seen exiting a vehicle and going into a garage. Units coordinated a perimeter and then moved in to make contact at the home, where a gray Chrysler van was reported in the driveway. | Manchester Dr, Fairfield, CA 94533 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a weapons complaint near westbound Air Base Parkway and Clay Bank Road in Fairfield. The reporting party stated that someone in a black Jaguar utility vehicle with two male occupants flashed a firearm at them. The reporting party initially followed the vehicle but was advised to stop and later parked near a nearby business while officers searched the area for the suspect vehicle, last reported traveling toward North Texas Street at Air Base Parkway. | Air Base Pkwy & Clay Bank Rd, Fairfield, CA 94533 | Weapons |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a reported weapons/brandishing incident last seen westbound on Air Base Parkway near Claybank in Fairfield. A black Jaguar with two occupants allegedly flashed a firearm at the reporting party, who was following the vehicle but was advised to stop. | Air Base Pkwy & Clay Bank Rd, Fairfield, CA 94533 | Weapons |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, firefighters responded to a reported kitchen heat alarm at a home near Monterey Drive and Fortuna Drive in Suisun City. The alarm reportedly activated twice, and crews met with the occupant and secured the situation without a confirmed active fire. | Monterey Dr, Suisun City, CA 94585 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible at-risk missing person near Lewis Road and Hay Road in Vacaville. The reporting party states that his wife, who may have dementia, left the previous day and has not returned. | Lewis Rd, Vacaville, CA 95687 | Missing Person |
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Median Home Price
$597,942
Average Rent
$4,555
Vacancy Rate
26.1%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Travis Air Force Base / East St Vandenberg Drive is a suburban neighborhood in Fairfield, CA, featuring mostly medium to small townhomes and single-family homes built mainly between 1970 and 1999.
The area has a high rental occupancy rate with 99.0% renter-occupied homes and a notably high vacancy rate of 26.1%, which is above most U.S. neighborhoods.
SuburbanHigh Rental OccupancyMilitary Presence
Quick Facts
| Married Couples Concentration | Higher than 100% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
The housing stock here is dominated by attached homes and townhouses, with a very high renter occupancy rate.
| Renter Occupied Rate | 99.0% |
|---|---|
| Row Houses / Attached Homes | 68.9% |
| Housing Age (1970-1999) | Majority |
What buyers will notice right away
Almost all homes are renter occupied, so buying opportunities are limited.
Vacancy is unusually high, which may affect neighborhood dynamics.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood has a strong presence of married couples and a notable college student population.
Military Community — A significant portion of residents are active military personnel, shaping the neighborhood culture.
| Married Couples Concentration | Higher than 100% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| College Student Friendly | Higher than 86.4% of California neighborhoods |
Demographics
| Military Employment | 39.4% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management, Professional | 39.3% |
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 8.8% |
| Middle Income | Higher than 57.6% of U.S. neighborhoods |
| English Speakers | 83.8% |
| Spanish Speakers | 6.6% |
| Top Ancestry - Scots-Irish | 3.3% |
| Other Ancestries | Asian 9.7%, Mexican 9.0%, German 7.0%, Puerto Rican 6.9%, Sub-Saharan African 6.4% |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes and primarily drive alone to work.
The neighborhood offers convenient and quick commutes for most residents, with a high reliance on private vehicles.
Short Commutes — Majority spend under 15 minutes commuting.
Car Usage — Most residents drive alone, with some carpooling.
| Commute Under 15 Minutes | 73.3% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 80.6% |
| Carpool Rate | 10.9% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this neighborhood mostly rental or owner-occupied?
It is predominantly renter-occupied with 99.0% of homes rented.
What is the typical commute time?
Most residents commute under 15 minutes to work.