La Colonia
Is La Colonia a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe89
Medium150
Low341
Other654
299 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape61
Child involved225
Assault29
Other17
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 responded to a reported firework disturbance in the area of the (number withheld) block of North 6th Street in Port Hueneme. | N 6th St, Port Hueneme, CA 93041 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a cooking fire at an apartment unit on U Street in Ventura. Engine 50 reported the fire was confined to the stove with no extension, and there was smoke inside the unit. Engine 50 and Truck 54 indicated they could handle the situation and other responding units were canceled. | U St, Ventura, CA 93004 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates deputies were out with a possible misdemeanor subject near the dead end of Rio School Lane by Vineyard Avenue in Oxnard. | Rio School Ln & E Vineyard Ave, Oxnard, CA 93036 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported a possible drug violation outside a Dollar Tree near North Ventura Road, involving a man who was reportedly smoking narcotics in front of the business. An officer unit identified as Adam 2 was advised of the complaint. | W Channel Islands Blvd, Port Hueneme, CA 93041 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a mutual aid response to a brush fire along a walking path near Springville and Highway 101 in the Cortona neighborhood. | US-101, California | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, responders searched near Kimball Park and motels on Thompson Roadway for a reported patient named (person_name withheld) but were unable to locate him or the caller. The front desk confirmed no patient named (person_name withheld) at the motel. | Kimball, Ventura, CA 93003 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer reported being out of service in the Holiday Inn parking lot near Esplanade and Oxnard in Oxnard and requested a marked patrol car for a possible transport. | North Oxnard Boulevard & Esplanade, Oxnard, CA 93036 | Other Incidents |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible shoplifting incident was reported at a discount store on North Ventura Road. An employee reported that a young man took various items and was last seen near a nearby fast food restaurant carrying a green basket. | W Channel Islands Blvd, Port Hueneme, CA 93041 | Theft Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and medical units were dispatched for a report of an unconscious person on the beach near an address on Ocean Drive in Oxnard, California. | Ocean Dr, Oxnard, CA 93035 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency was reported at Sycamore Senior Village near North F Street, with fire and medical units responding to an ill person in an apartment. | N F St, Oxnard, CA 93030 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$595,745
Average Rent
$2,477
Vacancy Rate
10.4%
Overview
La Colonia is a densely urban neighborhood in Oxnard, CA, with a median home price of $595,745 and average rent of $2,477. The vacancy rate is 10.4%, higher than most U.S. neighborhoods.
The neighborhood has a very high share of Mexican ancestry residents (96.2%) and a high rate of Spanish speakers (85.8%), reflecting its cultural character.
UrbanHigh Renter OccupancyOlder HomesDiverse
Quick Facts
| Mexican Ancestry | 96.2% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in La Colonia mainly consists of small to medium single-family homes and townhomes, with most properties renter occupied.
| Renter Occupied Rate | 85.4% |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Many homes built 1940-1969, some before 1940 |
What buyers will notice right away
Most housing is renter occupied, reflecting a rental market focus.
Many homes are older, built before 1970.
Families & Lifestyle
La Colonia has a moderate income level with a higher childhood poverty rate than most U.S. neighborhoods.
Unique Cultural Character — High proportion of farmers, foresters, or fishers (higher than 99.9% of U.S. neighborhoods) and strong Mexican ancestry presence.
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 22.9% |
|---|
Demographics
| College Graduates | 5.0% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Middle income |
| Mexican Ancestry | 96.2% |
| Spanish Speakers | 85.8% |
| Foreign Born | 53.1% |
Commute
Most residents have a short commute, with a notable carpooling rate.
La Colonia features shorter commutes and a very high carpool rate, reflecting community travel patterns.
Short Commutes — Most residents spend 15 to 30 minutes commuting one-way.
High Carpooling — Carpool rate is higher than 99.4% of U.S. neighborhoods.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 62.0% |
| Carpool Rate | 34.2% |
Homes for sale near 93030
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price?
The median home price is $595,745.
What is the vacancy rate?
The vacancy rate is 10.4%, higher than most U.S. neighborhoods.