Newport Beach Neighborhood
Is Bayside Village / East Bluff a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Newport Beach, California - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe133
Medium76
Low108
Other899
88 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape9
Child involved72
Assault11
Other6
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, medical aid dispatched near Orchard Drive at Riverside Drive, district 4028 Whiskey, with a bravo response on 3.5. | Orchard Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an automatic carbon monoxide alarm was reported at a residence near Vista Roma and Vista Del Oro in Newport Beach, with Engine 67 dispatched to the scene. | Vista Roma, Newport Beach, CA 92660 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews respond to a reported automatic commercial fire alarm at a facility in the Newport Center area near San Clemente Drive and Santa Barbara Drive in Newport Beach. | San Clemente Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are dispatched to a possible commercial fire alarm activation at a facility near San Clemente Drive in Newport Beach. | San Clemente Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a high-priority medical call was reported near Watermarke Place in Irvine, with Truck 4 responding under a Delta-level response code. | Watermarke Pl, Irvine, CA 92612 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible medical emergency involving an unconscious person near Via Messina in Irvine, with units responding on a 5 Delta medical response level. | Via Messina, Irvine, CA 92603 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are responding to a reported unconscious patient at a residence in an Irvine neighborhood, with a high-priority medical response requested. | Racing Wind, Irvine, CA 92614 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 44 is dispatched for a possible unconscious patient at a business location along Pacific Coast Highway, with a Delta-level medical response requested. | Pacific Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92657 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and medical units respond to a possible medical emergency near Colony Plaza and The Colony. | Colony Plaza, Newport Beach, CA 92660 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical units were dispatched to a possible medical issue near Newport Center Drive and Fairlawn Drive in Newport Beach, responding with lights and sirens. | Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$1,767,307
Average Rent
$4,460
Vacancy Rate
8.4%
Overview
Bayside Village / East Bluff is a suburban neighborhood in Newport Beach, CA, featuring mostly small to medium apartments, townhomes, and rowhouses built mainly between 1940 and 1999.
The neighborhood has a moderate vacancy rate of 8.4%, reflecting a balanced housing market with a mix of owners and renters.
SuburbanRowhousesRetirement Friendly
Quick Facts
| Rowhouse Share | 37.7% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Bayside Village / East Bluff offers diverse housing including rowhouses, apartments, and townhomes, mostly built between 1940 and 1999.
| Housing Age | Built mainly between 1940 and 1999 |
|---|
What buyers will notice right away
Includes a high share of rowhouses and attached homes.
Vacancy rate near national median suggests moderate availability.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood is noted for low child poverty and strong appeal for retirees, with a peaceful and safe environment.
Extremely low child poverty rate supports family well-being.
Highly ranked for retirement living in California.
Retirement Friendly — Ranks better for retirement living than 89.8% of California neighborhoods.
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|
Demographics
| Executive, Manager, Professional Employment | 66.4% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Above average |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| English Speakers | 81.0% |
| German/Yiddish Speakers | 2.0% |
| Armenian Ancestry | 2.4% |
| Eastern European Ancestry | 3.7% |
Commute
Residents enjoy short commutes with many driving alone, carpooling, or walking to work.
Bayside Village / East Bluff offers some of the shortest commutes nationally, with diverse transportation modes.
Short Commutes — Nearly half of residents commute under 15 minutes.
Multiple Transit Options — High rates of driving alone, carpooling, and walking.
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 74.0% |
| Carpool Rate | 6.5% |
| Walk to Work Rate | 5.1% |
Homes for sale near 92660
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$13,250,000
8 bd | 8 ba | 8,050 sqft
56 Royal Saint George Rd
Newport Beach, CA, 92660
$14,995,000
5 bd | 7 ba | 7,365 sqft
2 Royal Saint George Rd
Newport Beach, CA, 92660
$1,059,000
2 bd | 3 ba | 1,457 sqft
20402 Santa Ana Ave Unit 4
Newport Beach, CA, 92660
$14,995,000
6 bd | 10 ba | 13,260 sqft
20101 1/2 SW Cypress St
Newport Beach, CA, 92660
$2,850,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 2,326 sqft
4251 Uptown Newport Dr #2
Newport Beach, CA, 92660
$2,200,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 2,400 sqft
20462 Santa Ana Ave Unit F
Newport Beach, CA, 92660
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price?
The median home price is $1,767,307, more expensive than 86.0% of California neighborhoods.
What types of homes are common?
Rowhouses, apartments, and townhomes dominate the housing stock.
How short are commutes?
Most residents commute under 15 minutes, among the shortest in the U.S.