Highland Park Northwest, Los Angeles
Is Highland Park Northwest a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe1597
Medium1260
Low1493
Other3582
135 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape21
Child involved97
Assault15
Other22
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, a female with a possible mental health issue was reported near North Evergreen. Dispatch mentioned several codes, but the exact nature of the police complaint is unclear. | N Evergreen Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90033 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews respond to multiple reported rubbish fires along Broadway near Thomas, Gates, and Griffin in Los Angeles. Additional units are dispatched to assist with a possible third fire at Broadway and Griffin. | N Griffin Ave & N Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90031 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are handling a possible follow-up investigation involving a person with a complaint near 1st Street and a residential unit on South Bonnie Avenue in Pasadena. | S Bonnie Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units are responding to a possible medical emergency involving a person found down in front of a location near South Arroyo Boulevard by Belfontaine Street and Grand Avenue. | S Arroyo Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a mental health medical call was made for a female near North Evergreen Avenue, apartment (number withheld). The subject appears to be an adult female experiencing psychosis. Responding units were requested. | N Evergreen Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90033 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a mental health call involving a female adult near North Evergreen Avenue, (number withheld), appears to be reported. The subject is reportedly diagnosed with psychosis. | N Evergreen Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90033 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews respond to a reported smoke detector activation at a building near north Avenue 52 in Highland Park, California. | N Avenue 52, Highland Park, CA 90042 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible traffic hazard on southbound State Route 710 north of the 91 Freeway, where unknown debris is in the number one and two lanes on a blind curve, raising concern for passing motorcycles. | CA-710, Pasadena, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid dispatched for a sick person near South Adams Street and Scarborough Drive. | S Adams St, Glendale, CA 91205 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers reported that a suspect was in custody at a location on Auburn Street in Los Angeles, and other responding units were canceled. | Auburn St, Los Angeles, CA 90039 | Other Incidents |
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Median Home Price
$1,448,309
Average Rent
$3,404
Vacancy Rate
7.4%
Overview
Highland Park Northwest is a densely urban neighborhood with many historic homes built before 1940, including a high concentration of Colonial and Victorian styles.
The area is highly walkable and features a diverse community with notable Armenian and Portuguese ancestries and a significant Tagalog-speaking population.
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Quick Facts
| Tagalog Speakers | 8.8% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
The neighborhood offers a mix of small to medium single-family homes and townhomes, with a balanced owner-renter occupancy and moderate vacancy rates.
| Vacancy Rate | 7.4% |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Small to medium single-family homes and townhomes |
| Historic Homes | 56.2% built in 1939 or earlier |
What buyers will notice right away
High concentration of older homes with architectural character.
Among the top 5% most walkable neighborhoods nationwide.
Families & Lifestyle
Highland Park Northwest features a diverse occupational mix and an upper-middle income community with some childhood poverty challenges.
Diverse Workforce — Occupations range from professional to manufacturing and service jobs.
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 36.6% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 14.3% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 36.6% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Above average |
| Child Poverty Rate | 14.3% |
| Armenian Ancestry | 4.8% |
| Portuguese Ancestry | 3.0% |
| Tagalog Speakers | 8.8% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 40.6% |
Commute
Most residents have moderate commutes, with a significant minority commuting over an hour.
Highland Park Northwest offers walkability and varied commute times with a majority driving alone.
Walkable Neighborhood — Among the top 5% most walkable in the US.
Mixed Commute Lengths — Most commute 15-30 minutes, but some have long commutes over an hour.
| Drive Alone Rate | 56.3% |
|---|---|
| Carpool Rate | 13.2% |
| Longest Commute Group | 12.4% over 1 hour |
| Most Common Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
Homes for sale near 90042
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Highland Park Northwest?
The median home price is $1,448,309, higher than 81.4% of California neighborhoods.
How walkable is Highland Park Northwest?
It ranks among the top 5% most walkable neighborhoods in the US.