Fresno, California
Is S Willow Ave / E Balch Ave a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe449
Medium683
Low1455
Other1874
256 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape50
Child involved192
Assault43
Other19
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, officers were dispatched to a reported domestic disturbance near Pierce Drive. A caller reported that her boyfriend had thrown her out and would not let her back inside to get her children, and later claimed his parents had taken the children and that he was inside with another woman. No weapons were reported, and the caller said she would be waiting outside for officers. | Pierce Dr, Clovis, CA 93612 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies monitored a gray Toyota traveling on Highway 180 near Fresno after reporting an unreadable license plate. A plate sounding like (license_plate withheld) (number withheld) was later checked and appeared current to a 1998 Toyota registered out of San Joaquin, with no wants reported. | CA-180, Fresno, CA | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers broadcast a BOLO for a reportedly stolen dark green 2001 Acura MDX taken from the area of Balch and Waverly and last seen about 2–3 hours earlier. License plate: (number withheld). | E Balch Ave & S Waverly Ln, Fresno, CA 93727 | Stolen Vehicle |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to conduct a welfare check near South Duke Avenue after reports of a young man who came to a woman’s door crying and then walked away, with the caller later indicating he might be near nearby bushes. The man was described as an unarmed male in his early twenties wearing a (description withheld) and shorts. | S Duke Ave, Fresno, CA 93727 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conduct a traffic stop near Liberty and Fifth Street on a heavily loaded vehicle reportedly carrying five occupants. | S Fifth St & E Liberty Ave, Fresno, CA 93702 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies reported a vehicle pursuit involving an unknown-color minivan suspected of reckless driving and failing to yield near Fountain Way and North Cedar Avenue in Fresno. The vehicle was believed to have been stopped in the area, with officers noting a possible line of fire along Fountain Way. | N Cedar Ave & E Fountain Way, Fresno, CA 93726 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers received a report of a white Chevy Malibu speeding and driving without lights near 15th Street and Shields Avenue before it made a U-turn and was lost from view. The situation appears to involve a possible traffic violation and reckless driving. | E Shields Ave, Fresno, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near Bulldog Lane involving a silver Toyota. The vehicle’s registration, associated with Yuba City and Las Vegas, reportedly returned clear and current. | Bulldog Ln, Fresno, CA 93740 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported commercial alarm at an auto business near the 2500 block of North Washington Avenue, involving a northwest shop motion sensor activation with no audio or video confirmation. | E Washington Ave, Fresno, CA 93701 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was requested near East Kings Canyon Road for a person who believed they were being followed. | E Kings Canyon Rd, Fresno, CA 93727 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$302,758
Average Rent
$1,415
Vacancy Rate
14.5%
Neighborhood Overview
S Willow Ave / E Balch Ave is an urban neighborhood in Fresno, California, with mostly small to medium apartments and single-family homes.
The median home price is $302,758, less expensive than 94.8% of California neighborhoods, and average rent is $1,415, lower than 98.6% of the state.
UrbanAffordable HousingHigh Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Urban Neighborhood | Yes |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
The housing market here features mostly renter-occupied small to medium apartments and single-family homes, with a high vacancy rate.
| Renter Occupied Rate | Majority renter occupied |
|---|---|
| Homes Built 1970-1999 | Many |
| Housing Type | Small to medium apartments and single-family homes |
What buyers will notice right away
Median home price and rents are low compared to most California neighborhoods.
Vacancy rate is high, indicating available housing but possibly weaker demand.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood faces economic challenges with a high child poverty rate and a strong military presence.
The neighborhood has a diverse occupational mix including manufacturing and professional jobs.
High military employment shapes the local culture.
Low Income Community — Income is lower than 90.7% of U.S. neighborhoods with significant child poverty.
Military Presence — A large share of residents are active military personnel.
| Child Poverty Rate | 56.2% |
|---|---|
| Military Occupation Share | Higher than 95.6% of U.S. neighborhoods |
Demographics
| Manufacturing and Laborer Occupations | 35.2% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 27.1% |
| Income Rank | Lower than 90.7% of U.S. neighborhoods |
| Child Poverty Rate | 56.2% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 29.7% |
| Asian Ancestry | 25.3% |
| Languages Spoken | Spanish (41.3%), English (38.0%), Mon-Khmer (1.5%) |
| Mexican Ancestry | 47.1% |
| Irish Ancestry | 3.7% |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes and primarily drive alone to work.
S Willow Ave / E Balch Ave offers short commute times with a high rate of solo driving, typical of urban neighborhoods.
Short Commutes — Most residents spend 15-30 minutes commuting.
Car Ownership Useful — Majority drive alone to work.
| Main Commute Time | 15 to 30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 76.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in S Willow Ave / E Balch Ave?
The median home price is $302,758, less expensive than 94.8% of California neighborhoods.
What are the economic conditions in this neighborhood?
The neighborhood has a high child poverty rate of 56.2%, higher than 96.1% of U.S. neighborhoods.