Is Playa Vista a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
40 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, a resident reportedly slipped and fell near Washington Boulevard in Culver City. Units including Engine 42 and Rescue 42 responded. | Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a report of possible child abuse at an apartment near Hillcrest Dr. A 16-year-old male is mentioned in the dispatch; the suspect description is unclear from the audio (appears to reference a Black female, but wording conflicts). | Hillcrest Dr d, Los Angeles, CA 90008 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to several automatic fire alarms and small rubbish fires, including near Palms Boulevard, the 405 freeway by Getty Drive, Hollywood Boulevard, and South Main Street. One crew reported finding no problems and being unable to access a school location, and requested that school police be notified. | Palms Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a possible domestic dispute on Main Street, where a woman is reportedly screaming inside a small white four-door vehicle. Units are being directed to the area, with references to an earlier possible battery that may be connected or nearby. | S Main St, Los Angeles, CA 90291 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a suspicious white van near Rose Avenue and Penmar Avenue. A possible female occupant in her late 30s was contacted or checked by authorities. | Rose Ave & Penmar Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90405 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a records check on a vehicle in Inglewood. Dispatch reported that there was no warrant associated with the vehicle. | E Regent St d, Inglewood, CA 90301 | Other Incidents |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical call reported for a patient boarding a train on the platform near Washington Blvd. First responders arrived but could not locate the patient at the initial address. Breathing difficulties were reported later. Ambulance response was canceled. | Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible stolen vehicle incident near Sepulveda Boulevard and Century Boulevard, where a male suspect was reportedly last seen walking northbound without a shirt and wearing blue jeans while carrying a cell phone. | S Sepulveda Blvd & W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045 | Stolen Vehicle |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a possible DUI incident near Riviera Avenue and Westminster Avenue in Santa Monica, where a driver in a white Volkswagen reportedly drove into a parked vehicle. | Westminster Ave & Riviera Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90291 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a disturbance was reported in an apartment near Via Marina. A female was causing disruption inside and appeared to have a medical episode. No weapons were seen. The subject reportedly has blood on her face. | Mariners Village, 4572 Via Marina #303, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292 | Medical Emergency |
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Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Playa Vista is a densely urban neighborhood in Los Angeles with mostly new residential buildings constructed since 2000.
The area has a high concentration of small apartments and a mix of owners and renters, with a vacancy rate above average.
Quick Facts
| Population Density | Densely urban |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Playa Vista's housing stock is dominated by new, small to medium-sized apartments and single-family homes with a mix of owners and renters.
| Homes Built After 1999 | 97.0% |
|---|---|
| Large Apartment Buildings | 89.7% |
| Small Units (1-2 bedrooms or studios) | 83.1% |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
Playa Vista attracts a highly educated, affluent population with many working from home and a diverse cultural background.
| College Educated Adults | 86.2% |
|---|---|
| Executives & Professionals | 76.9% |
| Work From Home Rate | 33.5% |
Demographics
| College Educated Adults | 86.2% |
|---|---|
| Executives & Professionals | 76.9% |
| Child Poverty Rate | 10.4% |
| Income Rank | Top 15% nationally |
| Foreign Born Residents | 20.3% |
| Top Ancestries | ["Asian (16.8%)","English (10.0%)","Mexican (9.5%)","German (9.3%)","Irish (7.5%)"] |
| Top Languages | ["English (67.0%)","Spanish","Languages of India","Chinese","Korean"] |
| Notable Ancestries | ["Iranian (3.8%)","Russian (7.0%)"] |
Commute
Most Playa Vista residents have short commutes and many work from home, reflecting the neighborhood's professional character.
Playa Vista offers a high rate of remote work and short commutes, supporting a flexible lifestyle.
| Work From Home Rate | 33.5% |
|---|---|
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
| Drive Alone Rate | 54.4% |
| Carpool Rate | 9.9% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Playa Vista?
The median home price is $1,623,524, higher than 85.9% of California neighborhoods.
What types of homes are common in Playa Vista?
Mostly new large apartment buildings and small to medium-sized units built after 1999.
How diverse is Playa Vista?
It has notable Iranian and Russian ancestry populations and multiple languages spoken at home.