W Ave I / 60th St W, Lancaster
Is W Ave I / 60th St W a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe4
Medium1
Low0
Other1
17 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape1
Child involved10
Assault0
Other6
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, law enforcement units reportedly made entry into a residence near 155th Street West in the Lancaster area and conducted a protective sweep, including the backyard. | 155th St W, Lancaster, CA 93536 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jun 17, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, patrol units report a possible rekindled brush fire near West Avenue E in the Lancaster area. Light smoke from mulch appears to be contained within existing dozer lines, and no structures are threatened. Most additional responding units were canceled while a nearby engine and patrol remained on scene. | W Ave E, Lancaster, CA 93536 | Fire & Arson |
| Jun 17, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are sent back to a reported brush fire near West Avenue E in the Lancaster area, referred to as the (person_name withheld) incident. | W Ave E, Lancaster, CA 93536 | Fire & Arson |
| Jun 11, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were sent to the area of 190th Street West and Avenue E to look for a reported white pickup truck near a location on Avenue E. The responding engine reported locating the pickup truck at the scene. | Avenue E, Lancaster, CA 93536 | Fire & Arson |
| Jun 11, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to reports of a grass fire and a possible illegal burn near Avenue C10 and 85th Street West in the Lancaster area. A small grass and palm tree fire was reported contained, and the illegal burn was found to be out on arrival. Additional smoke near other nearby intersections was being checked by units. | W Ave C10, Lancaster, CA 93536 | Fire & Arson |
| May 26, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call for a seizure was reported near 130th Street West in Lancaster, involving squad and patrol units. | 130th St W, Lancaster, CA 93536 | Medical Emergency |
Median Home Price
$652,931
Vacancy Rate
0.0%
Vacancy Rate
0%
W Ave I / 60th St W Overview
W Ave I / 60th St W is a suburban neighborhood in Lancaster, California, with mostly historic homes built no later than 1939 and some built between 1970 and 1999. Housing supply is very tight with a 0.0% vacancy rate.
The median home price is $652,931, less expensive than most California neighborhoods. The neighborhood has a unique demographic profile with very low college education rates and a high incarceration rate.
SuburbanHistoric HomesTight Housing SupplyUnique Demographics
Quick Facts
| College Graduates | 1.7% |
|---|---|
| Incarceration Rate | Extremely high |
Housing market and real estate character
Housing consists mainly of historic homes with a very low vacancy rate, indicating strong demand or limited supply.
| Housing Age (Built no later than 1939) | |
|---|---|
| Housing Age (Built 1970-1999) |
What buyers will notice right away
Zero vacancy rate indicates very strong demand or limited housing availability.
Many homes date back to before 1940, with some built between 1970 and 1999.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood has very low college education rates and a unique social profile with a high incarceration rate but no child poverty.
Low child poverty rate indicates economic support for families.
High incarceration rate suggests presence of correctional facilities or related population.
Unique Social Dynamics — The neighborhood's demographics reflect a distinct social and economic profile.
| College Graduates | 1.7% |
|---|---|
| Incarceration Rate | Extremely high |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Low income |
|---|---|
| Foreign Born | |
| Top Languages | ["English (62.5%)","Spanish (33.5%)"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Mexican (30.9%)","English (4.4%)","Sub-Saharan African (3.1%)","Irish (2.9%)","African (2.5%)"] |
Commute
Commute patterns are unique with no residents riding ferries, which is the most common means of commute here, and no reported long commutes over one hour.
The neighborhood has a unique commuting pattern with ferry rides as the most common mode, though no residents currently report riding ferries.
Unique Commute Mode — Ferry is the most common commute mode, which is unusual.
No Long Commutes — No residents report commutes longer than one hour.
| Long Commute Over 1 Hour | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Ferry Commute Rate | 0.0% |
Homes for sale near 93536
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in W Ave I / 60th St W?
The median home price is $652,931, less expensive than 71.2% of California neighborhoods.
What is the vacancy rate here?
The vacancy rate is 0.0%, lower than 100% of U.S. neighborhoods, indicating very tight housing supply.
What languages are spoken in this neighborhood?
English is spoken by 62.5% of households, and Spanish by 33.5%.