Menlo Park, CA Neighborhood
Is North Fair Oaks a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe470
Medium395
Low705
Other2930
193 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape47
Child involved145
Assault38
Other10
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, an 88-year-old female apparently fell and required lift assistance near Carolina Lane, cross streets Park Boulevard and Wilkie Way. | Wilkie Way, Palo Alto, CA 94306 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 64 is dispatched for a possible disabled vehicle assistance near Carolina Lane by Park Boulevard and Wilkie Way in Palo Alto. | Carolina Ln, Palo Alto, CA 94306 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency appears to involve an 83-year-old female experiencing chest pain near Oak Creek Drive in Palo Alto. Multiple medical units responded and one unit was later canceled. | Oak Creek Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94304 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible traffic accident near Glenheim Avenue by Tim and Dunbarton, with unit 41 responding under a Code 48. | Blenheim Ave, Redwood City, CA 94063 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a priority traffic accident reported near the 2700 block of Glenheim Avenue by the intersections with Kingman and Dunbarton, with unit 48 dispatched. | Blenheim Ave, Redwood City, CA 94063 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conduct a traffic stop involving a silver Nissan near the intersection of El Camino Real and Claremont. A vehicle license plate is checked during the stop. | El Camino Real & Claremont Ave, Redwood City, CA 94062 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid was dispatched near Middlefield Road in Palo Alto for a 51-year-old man who is conscious and breathing and experiencing nausea and anxiety. Cross streets are University Avenue and Hamilton Avenue. | Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94301 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency response was dispatched to an address near Middlefield Road. | Middlefield Rd, Atherton, CA 94027 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible domestic dispute at an apartment building on Middlefield Road, where a male reported being hit by a female partner. The parties had apparently separated, with the male waiting on an upper-floor hallway with two children while the female remained in the apartment and was reportedly throwing his belongings into the hallway. No prior history or weapons were reported. | Middlefield Rd, Redwood City, CA 94063 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services responded to a medical call near El Camino Real in Redwood City, involving unit (number withheld). | El Camino Real, Redwood City, CA 94063 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$1,955,407
Average Rent
$4,807
Vacancy Rate
7.6%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
North Fair Oaks is an urban neighborhood in Menlo Park, CA, with mostly owner-occupied small to medium homes built mainly between 1940 and 1969.
The community is affluent and culturally refined, with a high share of executive professionals and notable Swiss and Yugoslav ancestries.
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Quick Facts
| Owner Occupied | Majority owner occupied |
|---|---|
| Bicycle Commute Rate | 5.4% |
Housing market and real estate character
North Fair Oaks features mostly owner-occupied small to medium single-family homes and townhomes, many built between 1940 and 1969.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Majority owner occupied |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Many homes built 1940-1969, some before 1940 |
What buyers will notice right away
Housing stock is older but well-maintained, reflecting a stable community.
Most residences are owner occupied, supporting residential stability.
Families & Lifestyle
North Fair Oaks is home to affluent urban sophisticates with refined cultural tastes and a high executive professional share.
High executive professional share supports affluent lifestyle.
Cultural sophistication is reflected in arts patronage and luxury preferences.
Affluent Urban Sophisticates — Residents enjoy a big city lifestyle with cultural and economic means.
Diverse Ancestry — Notable Swiss and Yugoslav ancestries with multiple languages spoken.
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 62.6% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 7.3% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Share | 62.6% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Top 5% in U.S. |
| Swiss Ancestry | 1.5% |
| Japanese Language Speakers | 0.7% |
| Foreign Born | 29.4% |
| Top Ancestries | ["Mexican","German","English","Asian","Italian"] |
Commute
Most residents commute 15-30 minutes, with a majority driving alone and a notable bicycle commuting rate.
North Fair Oaks offers short commutes with a strong presence of bicycle commuters.
Short Commutes — Most residents spend less than 30 minutes commuting.
Active Transportation — Bicycle and walking commutes are notably higher than average.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 53.1% |
| Bicycle Commute Rate | 5.4% |
| Walk to Work Rate | 6.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in North Fair Oaks?
The median home price is $1,955,407.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is most common, with significant Spanish and Chinese speakers.
What is the typical commute time?
Most residents commute between 15 and 30 minutes.