Fountain Valley, CA

Is Fountain Valley Northeast a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Fountain Valley, CA - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe203

Medium113

Low184

Other1816

208 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape46

Child involved157

Assault38

Other13

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, medical aid was dispatched to building number (number withheld) Slater Avenue near Hawthorne and Water Streets. Valley Truck 31 responded with district code 3320 Zulu.	Building 7, 10293 Slater Ave #202, Fountain Valley, CA 92708	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid dispatched near Zion Court at Columbia River Court involving Valley Engine 31 with a Bravo response.	Zion Ct, Fountain Valley, CA 92708	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible cardiac arrest was reported near the 5100 block of West 7th Street in Santa Ana. Engine 78 was dispatched to respond on channel 4 Mike 2118.	W 7th St, Santa Ana, CA 92703	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving a toxic patient was reported near West Stanford Street. Fire unit Engine 77 was dispatched to the location.	W Stanford St, Santa Ana, CA 92704	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid was dispatched to a location near Newman Avenue and Beach Boulevard with multiple units responding.	Newman Ave Unit D, Huntington Beach, CA 92647	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers broadcast information about a possible domestic violence suspect last seen traveling north on Edwards Street from Bolsa Avenue in Westminster in a silver Mazda CX-9. The report included a detailed physical description of the suspect, clothing, a neck tattoo, and noted that physical force was allegedly used.	Bolsa Ave & Edwards St, Westminster, CA 92683	Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, county Engine 44 is responding to a report of a flame seen near 22nd Street in the beach area, with a possible need for a lifeguard unit that can drive on the sand. It is unclear what is on fire.	22nd St, Huntington Beach, CA 92648	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible unconscious person at an apartment unit near Garden Grove Boulevard in Garden Grove.	Garden Grove Blvd, Garden Grove, CA 92843	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are dispatched to a reported assault near Edwards Street, with the engine instructed to stage away from the immediate scene.	Edwards St, Westminster, CA 92683	Assault Report
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid was dispatched to an emergency near Havenwood Circle and Elderwood Circle. The response was upgraded to a higher priority level.	Havenwood Cir, Huntington Beach, CA 92648	Medical Emergency

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Median Home Price

$1,464,632

Average Rent

$3,924

Vacancy Rate

2.1%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

Fountain Valley Northeast is an urban neighborhood in Fountain Valley, California, known for its predominantly medium to large single-family homes and townhomes.

The area has a tight housing market with a low vacancy rate of 2.1%, reflecting strong demand and limited supply.

UrbanHigh Owner OccupancyEstablished Homes

Quick Facts

Owner Occupied	Majority owner occupied

Housing market and real estate character

Fountain Valley Northeast's housing stock is dominated by large, detached single-family homes built mostly between 1970 and 1999.

Detached Single-Family Homes	99.4%
Large Homes (4+ bedrooms)	High share
Built 1970-1999	Majority of homes

What buyers will notice right away

Most homes are owner occupied, indicating residential stability.

The neighborhood features a high proportion of large family homes.

Families & Lifestyle

This neighborhood has a strong college presence and a diverse cultural community, with many residents speaking Vietnamese at home.

Diverse Community — Residents include a large Asian ancestry population and a significant Vietnamese-speaking community.

College Enrollment	10.9%
Vietnamese Language Speakers	39.1%

Demographics

Executive, Management & Professional Occupations	48.0%
Upper-Middle Income	Higher than 70.7% of U.S. neighborhoods
Asian Ancestry	50.9%
Vietnamese Language Speakers	39.1%
Foreign Born Residents	44.6%

Commute

Most residents have short commutes, primarily driving alone to work.

Fountain Valley Northeast offers convenient commute times with a high rate of private vehicle use.

Short Commutes — Nearly half of residents commute between 15 and 30 minutes.

Car Ownership — Most residents drive alone, reflecting car dependency in the area.

Main Commute Time	15-30 minutes
Drive Alone Rate	78.2%
Carpool Rate	12.2%

Homes for sale near 92708

For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.

$1,290,000

5 bd | 3 ba | 1,972 sqft

9514 Smoke Tree Ave

Fountain Valley, CA, 92708