Neighborhood in Livermore, CA
Is The Meadows / Portola Glen a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe35
Medium17
Low261
Other229
22 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape3
Child involved19
Assault5
Other1
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, dispatchers discuss a report of apparent damage to a vehicle that may have occurred on Interstate 580 near the Livermore Subaru area, and request an estimated arrival time for responding units. | Las Positas Rd, Livermore, CA 94551 | Property Damage |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical responders were sent code 3 for a reported sick patient near Big Basin Road by Augusta Way in Livermore. | Big Basin Rd, Livermore, CA 94551 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded code 3 to a sick patient near Big Basin Road and Augusta Way. | Big Basin Rd, Livermore, CA 94551 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a possible vegetation fire near Tranquility Circle in Livermore, where smoke and flames were reported. Some units later appeared to be canceled while others remained on scene. | Tranquility Cir, Livermore, CA 94551 | Wildfire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units are responding with lights and sirens to a reported traffic collision on eastbound I-580 between Isabel Avenue, Portola Avenue, and North Livermore Avenue in Livermore. | N Livermore Ave & Portola Ave, Livermore, CA 94551 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates multiple traffic collisions and a separate pedestrian or bicycle-related hazard on eastbound I-580 between Isabel Avenue and the Portola/N. Livermore area. Several vehicles were reportedly blocking lanes before being moved to the shoulder or off-ramp, with at least one person complaining of head pain and medical assistance requested. | N Livermore Ave & Portola Ave, Livermore, CA 94551 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a possible series of traffic collisions on eastbound I-580 near Livermore, including an apparent two- and then three-vehicle property-damage hit-and-run and a later two-vehicle crash involving a black Honda Accord and a black Honda Civic. One crash reportedly caused a complaint of pain, and an ambulance was requested. Lanes were initially blocked but vehicles were moved to the Livermore off-ramp area. | N Livermore Ave & Portola Ave, Livermore, CA 94551 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported traffic collision on eastbound Interstate 580 near North Livermore, and a second ambulance was requested with lights and sirens. | I-580, Livermore, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a multi-vehicle collision on eastbound I-580 near North Livermore involving about three vehicles in the number two lane. Occupants appeared to be out of the vehicles, one ambulance was sent to the scene, and a second ground ambulance was requested then canceled. | I-580, Livermore, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units are responding code three to a reported traffic collision on eastbound I-580 east of the North Livermore area. | I-580, Livermore, CA | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$1,420,297
Average Rent
$3,519
Vacancy Rate
4.9%
Overview
The Meadows / Portola Glen is a suburban neighborhood in Livermore, California, with a median home price of $1,420,297 and a vacancy rate of 4.9%.
Housing includes medium to small single-family homes and apartments, with a mix of owners and renters and many homes built between 1940 and 1999.
SuburbanHigh Home PricesModerate Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Executive & Professional Share | 46.4% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
The Meadows / Portola Glen features a mix of medium to small single-family homes and apartments with a moderate vacancy rate and a balance of owners and renters.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Mixed ownership and rental |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Medium to small single-family homes and apartments |
| Built 1940-1969 and 1970-1999 | Many residences built in these periods |
What buyers will notice right away
Vacancy rate suggests moderate availability and demand.
Homes mostly built between 1940 and 1999.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood has a moderate child poverty rate and a substantial share of executive and professional residents, supporting a diverse community.
Mix of owners and renters supports diverse household types.
Moderate child poverty rate indicates relative economic stability.
Professional Community — Nearly half of residents work in executive, management, or professional roles.
| Child Poverty Rate | 3.0% |
|---|---|
| Executive & Professional Occupations | 46.4% |
Demographics
| Executive & Professional Share | 46.4% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Above average |
| Child Poverty Rate | 3.0% |
| Top Languages | ["English (58.2%)","Spanish (28.2%)","Urdu (0.9%)"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Mexican (32.6%)","German (11.5%)","English (7.9%)","Asian (7.2%)","Irish (6.7%)","Iranian (2.2%)","Portuguese (2.2%)"] |
| Foreign Born | 29.0% |
Commute
Residents mostly have short commutes and primarily drive alone or carpool to work.
The Meadows / Portola Glen offers short commute times with a high rate of solo driving and carpooling, reflecting suburban car use.
Short Commutes — 29.0% of residents commute under 15 minutes.
Car Use — Majority drive alone; significant carpooling also present.
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 68.5% |
| Carpool Rate | 17.1% |
Homes for sale near 94551
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in The Meadows / Portola Glen?
The median home price is $1,420,297, higher than 78.6% of California neighborhoods.
How available is housing?
Vacancy rate is 4.9%, lower than 65.8% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What are typical commute patterns?
Most residents have short commutes under 15 minutes, with 68.5% driving alone and 17.1% carpooling.