Neighborhood in Glendale, CA
Is College Hills / Woodbury a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe732
Medium630
Low701
Other2070
77 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape16
Child involved53
Assault12
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, units are responding to a possible medical emergency involving a person found down in front of a location near South Arroyo Boulevard by Belfontaine Street and Grand Avenue. | S Arroyo Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews respond to a reported smoke detector activation at a building near north Avenue 52 in Highland Park, California. | N Avenue 52, Highland Park, CA 90042 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible traffic hazard on southbound State Route 710 north of the 91 Freeway, where unknown debris is in the number one and two lanes on a blind curve, raising concern for passing motorcycles. | CA-710, Pasadena, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid dispatched for a sick person near South Adams Street and Scarborough Drive. | S Adams St, Glendale, CA 91205 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers reported that a suspect was in custody at a location on Auburn Street in Los Angeles, and other responding units were canceled. | Auburn St, Los Angeles, CA 90039 | Other Incidents |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers requested a central traffic unit for a possible vehicle-related incident near Eagle Rock Boulevard and York Boulevard. | York Blvd & N Eagle Rock Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90041 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a possible assault with a vehicle near Eagle Rock Boulevard and York Boulevard, with the suspect vehicle reportedly having just left the intersection and additional traffic units requested to respond. | York Blvd & N Eagle Rock Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90041 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units are responding to a reported traffic collision near Colorado Boulevard and Wilson Avenue in Pasadena, with police already at the scene. | E Colorado Blvd & S Wilson Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible suspicious vehicle report near York Boulevard and Eagle Rock Boulevard by a gas station, involving a white BMW and a black Ford sedan. A male was initially treated as a possible suspect, but it was later verified to be the wrong person and the situation was cleared. | York Blvd & N Eagle Rock Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90041 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes an apparent armed suspect with a knife at an apartment complex, reportedly walking through different floors and threatening to kill a resident near Fair Park Avenue, with additional confirmation mentioning an armed suspect at an apartment complex on West 6th Street. Units coordinate their response and plan to clear and then handle the call, with one unit responding with lights and sirens. | Fair Park Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90041 | Weapons |
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Median Home Price
$1,984,079
Average Rent
$3,578
Vacancy Rate
8.7%
Overview
College Hills / Woodbury is an urban neighborhood in Glendale with a median home price of $1,984,079, more expensive than 87.4% of California neighborhoods.
The housing mix includes small to medium single-family homes and apartment complexes, with a mix of owners and renters.
Homes are mostly older, built between 1940 and 1969, with some built before 1940.
Vacancy rate is 8.7%, near the middle range nationally.
UrbanOlder HomesMixed OccupancyModerate Rent
Quick Facts
| Foreign Born Residents | 34.4% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
College Hills / Woodbury features a mix of small to medium single-family homes and apartment complexes, with a balance of owners and renters.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Mixed ownership and rental |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Small to medium single-family homes and apartments |
| Built 1940-1969 | Most homes |
What buyers will notice right away
Mix of home sizes and apartment living suits varied preferences.
Older homes provide character and history.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood suits upper-middle income residents including executives, clerical workers, and families.
The mix of occupations supports a diverse community.
Moderate child poverty rate indicates relative family stability.
Professional Community — Majority employed in executive and professional roles.
Family Friendly — Lower child poverty rate than most neighborhoods.
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 59.5% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 6.0% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 59.5% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Above average |
| Child Poverty Rate | 6.0% |
| Armenian Ancestry | 20.9% |
| Iranian Ancestry | 3.8% |
| Persian Speakers | 1.6% |
| Foreign Born | 34.4% |
Commute
Most residents drive alone with commute times mostly between 30 and 45 minutes.
Commutes are longer than average with a majority driving alone and some walking.
Longer Commutes — Most residents commute 30-45 minutes.
Walkability — A notable share walk to work, reflecting urban setting.
| Drive Alone Rate | 68.7% |
|---|---|
| Walk to Work Rate | 5.8% |
| Main Commute Time | 30-45 minutes |
Homes for sale near 91206
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Frequently Asked Questions
What types of housing are common in College Hills / Woodbury?
A mix of small to medium single-family homes and apartment complexes.
Is this neighborhood family friendly?
Yes, with a child poverty rate lower than 61% of U.S. neighborhoods.