Is Granada Hills Southwest a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
108 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 are dispatched to a possible domestic-related assault involving a reported ex-girlfriend at an apartment near Roscoe Boulevard in Northridge. The female suspect is described as wearing all red clothing. | Roscoe Blvd, Northridge, CA 91325 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, police are dispatched to a possible domestic violence incident involving a reported assault with a deadly weapon at an apartment on Roscoe Boulevard. The suspect is described as an ex-girlfriend in red clothing. | Roscoe Blvd, Northridge, CA 91325 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a mental health incident involves a female around 30 years old at (number withheld) North Agrian Avenue, apartment (number withheld). | Adrian Ave, Los Angeles, CA 91306 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency appears to involve a sick person near Gerald Avenue and Vintage Street. Fire units responded to the location. | Gerald Ave, Northridge, CA 91343 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conduct a traffic stop on a black Nissan with no license plate near Yolanda Avenue in Los Angeles. | Yolanda Ave, Los Angeles, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer is conducting a traffic stop on Parthenia Street involving a specific vehicle license plate, and the unit is holding on scene. | Parthenia St, Los Angeles, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop on Parthenia Street in Los Angeles involving a vehicle with a reported license plate. The officer advised being code 6 at the scene. | Parthenia St, Los Angeles, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a small grass fire near Wilbur Tampa Park, with crews reporting a 20 by 20 foot area of vegetation burning uphill in light fuels. Firefighters report the fire has been knocked down and forward progress stopped. Other traffic references a possible prior auto versus pedestrian incident with the address corrected to the intersection of Zelzah Avenue and Superior Street, and some responding units canceled or redirected. | Superior St & Zelzah Ave, Los Angeles, CA 91330 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported grass fire near a park by Vista Grande in Northridge. A small patch of grass burning uphill in light fuels was quickly contained, and forward progress of the fire was stopped. Some additional units were released while a few remained to handle the incident. | Vista Grande Way, Northridge, CA 91326 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a possible disturbance near Devonshire Street and Owensmouth Avenue involving a nude man in a wheelchair who was initially reported in the middle lanes of traffic and later observed on a nearby corner with a blanket and out of the street. | Owensmouth Ave & Devonshire St, Los Angeles, CA 91311 | Disturbance |
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Neighborhood Overview
Granada Hills Southwest is a densely urban neighborhood in Los Angeles with a median home price of $499,581, making it more affordable than most California neighborhoods.
The area is almost entirely composed of small to medium-sized apartment complexes, with a high renter occupancy rate and a mix of established residences built mostly between 1970 and 1999.
Quick Facts
| Population Density | Densely urban |
|---|---|
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 46.7% |
Housing market and real estate character
The housing stock in Granada Hills Southwest is unique for its dominance of small apartment complexes and high renter occupancy.
| Apartment Complexes / High-Rise Apartments | 100.0% |
|---|---|
| Small Units (1-2 bedrooms or studios) | 96.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 93.2% |
| Vacancy Rate | 5.5% |
| Residences Built 1970-1999 | Majority |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
Granada Hills Southwest features a diverse community with a significant portion of children living in poverty and a strong presence of professional occupations.
| Children Below Poverty Line | 46.7% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 46.7% |
| Clerical, Assistant & Tech Support Occupations | 26.4% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 46.7% |
|---|---|
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 46.7% |
| Income Level | Lower-middle income |
| Foreign Born | 36.6% |
| Top Ancestries | Asian (18.3%), South American (17.7%), Mexican (17.1%), German (9.8%), Sub-Saharan African (4.9%) |
| Top Languages | English (40.2%), Spanish, Tagalog, German/Yiddish (3.8%) |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes and primarily drive alone to work.
Granada Hills Southwest offers mostly short commutes with a high reliance on private vehicles.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 78.2% |
| Carpool Rate | 8.4% |
| Walk to Work Rate | 5.6% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of housing is most common in Granada Hills Southwest?
The neighborhood is almost entirely composed of small to medium-sized apartment complexes and high-rise apartments.
Is Granada Hills Southwest more renter or owner occupied?
It is predominantly renter occupied, with 93.2% of housing units rented.
What are the common commute methods here?
Most residents drive alone to work, with some carpooling and walking.