Lakewood / Rivergate Neighborhood
Is Lakewood / Rivergate a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe10
Medium12
Low13
Other46
112 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape9
Child involved96
Assault15
Other7
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, fire crews responded to reports of a smoke odor near an address on East Sargent Road across from North Jack Tone Road and began investigating. Separately, medical units were dispatched code 2 for a reported fall with a hip injury at a room in a building on North Union. | E Sargent Rd, Lodi, CA 95240 | Fire |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 263 and Medic 8 responded to a medical emergency near Hillside Drive and an intersecting road in Lodi, California. | Hillside Dr, Lodi, CA 95240 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched to a commercial alarm at Pinecrest School near East Pine Street in Lodi. A person was reportedly on scene when the alarm was reported. | E Pine St, Lodi, CA 95240 | Fire |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was reported for a sick person near Highway 88 and Branch, at Double L Mobile Home Park, (number withheld). Engine 13-1 responded. | CA-88 Spc 28, Lockeford, CA 95237 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported smoke investigation behind a location on Fox Road near Highway 12 in the Lodi area. Engine 131 arrived on scene with nothing visible and began investigating. | Fox Rd, Lodi, CA 95240 | Fire |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of people using woodchippers to trim and cut down oak trees behind a market near CA-88 in Lockeford. The reporting party and neighbors were watching from a nearby easement and were concerned the trees might be protected and that the workers did not have a permit. About five vehicles, including two woodchippers, were reportedly involved. | CA-88, Lockeford, CA 95237 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 10, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers handled a tow-related traffic incident involving three vehicles near North Bruella Road in Victor. A black Toyota Tundra and a white Mercury Milan were stored, and one of the vehicles may have been moved before towing. | Bruella Rd, Victor, CA 95253 | Traffic |
| Jul 8, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical and fire units respond near first street in Lodi with a request for sheriff's traffic control. The incident appears to involve an active scene needing traffic management. | 1st St, Lodi, CA 95240 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 8, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an emergency medical call was reported near Second Street, close to a Chevron and a U-Haul, in Lodi. | Second St, Lodi, CA 95240 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 8, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible assault patient near North Curry Avenue with sheriff units responding. The reporting party did not believe the other person involved was still at the scene. | Curry Ave, Lodi, CA 95240 | Assault Report |
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Median Home Price
$716,497
Average Rent
$2,392
Vacancy Rate
3.1%
Lakewood / Rivergate Overview
Lakewood / Rivergate is a suburban neighborhood in Lodi, California, with a median home price of $716,497, more expensive than about one-third of California neighborhoods.
The housing stock is older and well-established, mostly built between 1940 and 1969, with many owner-occupied homes.
SuburbanOwner OccupiedEstablished Homes
Quick Facts
| Short Commutes | 47.0% commute 15-30 minutes |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Lakewood / Rivergate features mostly owner-occupied medium to large single-family homes and apartments, with low vacancy and established construction.
| Built 1940-1969 | Majority of homes |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
| Housing Type Mix | Medium to large single-family homes and apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
Homes mostly built between 1940 and 1969, reflecting a mature community.
Vacancy rate is low, indicating strong demand.
Families & Lifestyle
Lakewood / Rivergate is a wealthy neighborhood with a very low childhood poverty rate and a strong executive professional presence.
Wealth and Stability — Among the top 15% highest income neighborhoods nationally with no childhood poverty.
Diverse Occupations — Strong presence of executives, sales, and clerical workers.
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Executive & Professional | 37.9% |
| Sales & Service | 34.3% |
Demographics
| Wealthy | Higher income than 88.9% of US neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Foreign Born | |
| Top Ancestries | Mexican 19.9%, German 17.6%, Asian 16.8%, English 9.0%, Irish 7.0% |
| Top Languages | English 82.8%, Italian 13.4%, Spanish, Arabic |
Commute
Residents mostly have moderate commutes and rely heavily on private vehicles.
Lakewood / Rivergate residents enjoy short to moderate commutes with high car usage.
Moderate Commutes — Nearly half commute between 15 and 30 minutes.
Car Reliance — Most residents drive alone, with some carpooling.
| Commute 15-30 Minutes | 47.0% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 80.6 |
| Carpool Rate | 9.3 |
Homes for sale near 95240
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Lakewood / Rivergate?
The median home price is $716,497.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is most common, with Italian, Spanish, and Arabic also spoken.
What is the childhood poverty rate?
The childhood poverty rate is 0.0%, lower than all U.S. neighborhoods.