Is Calvert St / Vesper Ave a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
209 Registered Offenders Nearby
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, officers were dispatched code 2 to a reported disturbance inside a business on Van Nuys Boulevard near a coffee shop, involving an adult man described as wearing a gray shirt and gray sweatpants. | Van Nuys Blvd, Panorama City, CA 91402 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch shares possible misdemeanor hit and run traffic information near Magnolia Boulevard and Bakman Avenue, with a suspect vehicle last reported heading toward Las Vegas. | Bakman Ave & Magnolia Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 91601 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are on a traffic stop on Sepulveda Place south of Roscoe Boulevard, where a unit requested an additional unit and a supervisor, and nearby units were asked to meet them. | Roscoe Blvd & Sepulveda Pl, Los Angeles, CA 91343 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible domestic violence suspect call near Roscoe Boulevard in Los Angeles, with units reportedly en route to the location. | Roscoe Blvd, Los Angeles, CA | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported family-related disturbance at a residence on Hazelhurst Place. The suspect briefly moved toward a nearby donut shop parking lot, then returned to the property. Units entered the area and the suspect was ultimately taken into custody at the Hazelhurst Place location. | Hazelhurst Pl, North Hollywood, CA 91606 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported domestic violence and restraining order violation in the area of Hazelhurst Place near Lankershim. The male suspect was reportedly last seen heading east through a property while wearing (description withheld) and no shirt. | Hazelhurst Pl, North Hollywood, CA 91606 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported battery/domestic-violence restraining order violation at a residence near Hazelhurst Pl. The suspect is reportedly with another male and is threatening to have a gun in a gold Jaguar. | Hazelhurst Pl, North Hollywood, CA 91606 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported domestic violence incident involving a restraining order violation near Hazelhurst Place (North Hollywood area). Suspect described as a Hispanic male, about 21, no shirt and blue shorts; he was reportedly with another male and was threatening to have a gun in a gold Jaguar. | Hazelhurst Pl, Los Angeles, CA 91606 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported battery/domestic violence order violation at a residence near Hazelhurst Place in the North Hollywood area. The suspect is described as a 21-year-old Hispanic male, shirtless and wearing blue shorts, and is reportedly threatening to have a gun in a vehicle; the suspect vehicle is described as a gold Jaguar. Another male is reportedly on scene with the suspect. | Hazelhurst Pl, Los Angeles, CA 91606 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported battery at a bar on Ventura Boulevard involving a man in his late twenties. The suspect, described as wearing (description withheld) and no shirt, was later taken into custody. | Ventura Blvd, Los Angeles, CA | Assault Report |
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Neighborhood Overview
Calvert St / Vesper Ave is a densely urban neighborhood in Los Angeles with a median home price of $890,380. The average rent is $2,398, lower than most California neighborhoods.
Housing is mostly small apartments with very high renter occupancy and a low vacancy rate of 4.5%.
Quick Facts
| Vacancy Rate | 4.5% |
|---|---|
| Spanish Speakers | 72.8% |
Housing market and real estate character
Housing is dominated by small apartments with very high renter occupancy.
| Small Apartments (1-2 bedrooms or studios) | 94.1% |
|---|---|
| Large Apartment Buildings | 82.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 94.4% |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a strong sales and service workforce and a significant Spanish-speaking population.
| Sales & Service Workers | 38.0% |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing & Laborer Occupations | 35.1% |
| Child Poverty Rate | 30.7% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Low income |
|---|---|
| Spanish Speakers | 72.8% |
| Foreign Born | 47.3% |
| Top Ancestry | Mexican (53.1%) |
Commute
Residents have varied commute modes including high ferry, bike, and carpool rates.
This neighborhood offers diverse commute options with high ferry, bike, and carpool usage.
| Drive Alone | 53.3% |
|---|---|
| Carpool | 22.7% |
| Bus | 7.0% |
| Ferry | 2.9% |
| Bike | 2.9% |
| Average Commute Time | 30-45 minutes (44.6%) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Calvert St / Vesper Ave?
The median home price is $890,380.
What languages are commonly spoken here?
Spanish is spoken by 72.8% of households, with English spoken by 22.3%.
What is the vacancy rate?
The vacancy rate is 4.5%, lower than most U.S. neighborhoods.