Casmalia, Guadalupe, CA

Is Casmalia a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Hoodscore
95

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe3
Medium5
Low5
Other28

2 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape0
Child involved2
Assault0
Other0

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime dateCrime descriptionAddressCrime category
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a white Nissan pickup driving recklessly on Highway 101, with the driver possibly falling asleep and reaching high speeds near Clark Avenue and the Santa Maria River Bridge. A unit located the vehicle and followed it southbound while coordinating with other units.W Clark Ave, Orcutt, CA 93455Traffic
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conduct a welfare check on a woman reported lying unresponsive near the outfield fence at a baseball field in Pioneer Park in Santa Maria.Pioneer Park, 1150 W Foster Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93455Medical Emergency
Jul 14, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid was dispatched near Black Road involving Medic 8, Engine 2, and Medic Engine 134 with police support.Black Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93455Medical Emergency
Jul 14, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid was dispatched to Madrone Court with multiple units responding.Madrone Ct, Santa Maria, CA 93455Medical Emergency
Jul 10, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid dispatched to a location near Black Road. Units involved include Engine 2, Medic Engine 21, and unit 28 responding on Command 2.Black Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93455Medical Emergency
Jul 10, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid was dispatched to an address near North Broadway, involving Medic Engine 21 and Medic 19 units.SPC 158, 295 N Broadway St #203, Orcutt, CA 93455Medical Emergency
Jul 8, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch broadcast a report of a possible impaired driver in a white Toyota Camry traveling north on Highway 135 from the Clark Avenue area, reportedly swerving on the road and having a blown rear taillight. Santa Maria units were advised to look for the vehicle.Clark Ave, Orcutt, CA 93455Substance Use
Jul 2, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a caller reporting possible illegal fireworks near Greenwood Place in Santa Maria.Greenwood Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93455Disturbance
Jul 2, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid was dispatched to a location near Black Road. Medic 8 responded first, and Medic 28 was also dispatched to the same call. The incident appears to be a medical emergency near this area.Black Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93455Medical Emergency
Jun 28, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies issued a be-on-the-lookout (BOL) for a suspect reportedly wanted for felony domestic violence who left a residence near Foxenwood Dr in Orcutt in a gray or blue Dodge Magnum. Identifying numbers were broadcast over the radio (numbers withheld).Foxenwood Dr, Orcutt, CA 93455Family Offense

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Median Home Price
$734,233
Vacancy Rate
16.0%
Vacancy Rate
16%

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Overview

Casmalia is a remote coastal neighborhood in Guadalupe, CA, with a nautical feel and low population density. It is less crowded than 91.4% of US neighborhoods.

The neighborhood has a high vacancy rate of 16.0%, which is higher than most US neighborhoods, and a mix of owners and renters in small to medium homes.

Coastal NeighborhoodHigh Vacancy RateRural & Nautical

Quick Facts

Population Density37 residents per square mile

Housing market and real estate character

Housing consists mainly of small to medium single-family homes and small apartments, with a mix of owners and renters.

Housing AgeMany built 1970-1999, some newer

What buyers will notice right away

Vacancy rate is notably high, indicating many empty homes.
Housing is occupied by both owners and renters.

Families & Lifestyle

Casmalia has a strong farming workforce and a diverse occupational mix including sales and manufacturing.

Farming Community — A large share of residents work in farming, forestry, or fishing, shaping the neighborhood's character.
Farming, Forestry, Fishing Employment22.8%
Sales and Service Employment32.2%

Demographics

Income RankLower-middle income
Child Poverty Rate24.9%
Foreign Born34.6%
Top LanguagesSpanish (59.6%), English, Tagalog
Top AncestriesMexican (83.5%), Asian (3.2%), Austrian (1.6%), Irish (1.4%), Portuguese (1.4%)

Commute

Most residents drive alone with commute times shorter than average; some carpool and use bus.

Residents mostly rely on cars with some carpooling and bus use; commutes are generally moderate.

Car Dependent — Majority drive alone to work.
Alternative Commutes — Notable carpool and bus usage.
Drive Alone Rate73.4%
Carpool Rate15.6%
Bus Commute Rate5.2%
Main Commute Time15-30 minutes (59.6%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the vacancy rate in Casmalia?

16.0%, higher than 81.2% of US neighborhoods.

What languages are commonly spoken?

Spanish is spoken by 59.6% of households, higher than 95.7% of US neighborhoods.

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