Harvard Square, Irvine
Is Harvard Square a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Irvine, California - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe162
Medium75
Low188
Other914
135 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape22
Child involved107
Assault17
Other9
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, patients originally headed to St. Joe's hospital were redirected to OC Global due to outages at St. Joe's and DCI, near N Tustin Ave. | N Tustin Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid dispatched near Orchard Drive at Riverside Drive, district 4028 Whiskey, with a bravo response on 3.5. | Orchard Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are responding to a reported odor of gas outside a building near South Hickory Street in Santa Ana. | S Hickory St, Santa Ana, CA 92707 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a report of a blue Chevrolet pickup driving recklessly and swerving in lanes northbound on SR 133 near Barranca Parkway. The reported license plate was checked and appeared to return clear or not on file. | Barranca Pkwy, Irvine, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are responding to a reported unconscious person with possible physical or altered alertness near the trash area at a Circle K location. | Irvine Blvd, Irvine, CA 92620 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a high-priority medical call was reported near Watermarke Place in Irvine, with Truck 4 responding under a Delta-level response code. | Watermarke Pl, Irvine, CA 92612 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, truck 43 is dispatched for a possible hydrant shutoff request at a residential unit near Market View in Irvine. | Marketview, Irvine, CA 92602 | Other Non-Crime Event |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible medical emergency involving an unconscious person near Via Messina in Irvine, with units responding on a 5 Delta medical response level. | Via Messina, Irvine, CA 92603 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are responding to a reported unconscious patient at a residence in an Irvine neighborhood, with a high-priority medical response requested. | Racing Wind, Irvine, CA 92614 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were initially dispatched to an automatic fire alarm at a residential building near Novel in Irvine, but the engine was canceled and a truck company continued the response. | Novel, Irvine, CA 92618 | Fire |
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Median Home Price
$1,302,734
Average Rent
$4,816
Vacancy Rate
5.5%
Nearby neighborhoods
Harvard Square Overview
Harvard Square is an urban neighborhood in Irvine with mostly established homes built between 1970 and 1999.
The area is known for its wealthy, educated executive residents and diverse cultural background including significant Asian and Danish ancestry.
UrbanEstablished HomesExecutive Lifestyle
Quick Facts
| Urban Density | Yes |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Harvard Square features medium to large single-family homes and townhomes, mostly owner occupied.
| Housing Age (1970-1999) | 83.6% |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
| Housing Type | Medium to large single-family homes and townhomes |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes built between 1970 and 1999, giving a consistent neighborhood character.
Vacancy rate below average indicates steady demand for housing.
Families & Lifestyle
Harvard Square is favored by wealthy, educated executives and urban sophisticates.
Executive Lifestyle — Rated better for executive lifestyles than 96.4% of California neighborhoods.
Cultural Diversity — Significant Asian and Danish ancestry populations enrich the community.
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 69.4% |
|---|---|
| Children Below Poverty Line | 1.0% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Share | 69.4% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 1.0% |
| Income Rank | Top 6% in U.S. |
| Asian Ancestry | 43.8% |
| Danish Ancestry | 2.2% |
| Foreign Born | 33.6% |
| Top Languages | ["English","Chinese","Persian","Spanish","Languages of India"] |
Commute
Most residents have moderate commute times and primarily drive alone to work.
Harvard Square offers manageable commute times with a majority driving alone, supporting car ownership.
Short Commutes — Most residents commute between 15 and 30 minutes.
Car Ownership — High drive-alone rate indicates reliance on private vehicles.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 63.3% |
| Carpool Rate | 7.0% |
Homes for sale near 92606
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Harvard Square?
The median home price is $1,302,734, more expensive than 74.0% of California neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is most common, with significant use of Chinese, Persian, Spanish, and languages of India.