
Is Woodside Road a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Redwood City, CA - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
168 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 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, officers conducted traffic stops near Industrial and Howard and at El Camino and Claremont. One stop involved a blue Volvo and another involved a silver Nissan. Dispatch checked a male driver’s records and registration, including information for a person listed out of Campbell. | Howard Ave, San Carlos, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on El Camino Real at Cherry involving a gray Dodge Dart with Nevada plates. A records check on the vehicle and a male driver from Nevada was completed during the stop. | El Camino Real & Cherry St, San Carlos, CA 94070 | 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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Neighborhood Overview
Woodside Road is a densely urban neighborhood in Redwood City, CA, featuring a mix of small to medium single-family homes and townhomes. The housing is a blend of owners and renters with many homes built between 1940 and 1969.
This neighborhood is notable for its high share of rowhouses and attached homes, and a culturally diverse population including a significant Lithuanian ancestry presence.
Quick Facts
| Rowhouse Share | 27.7% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Woodside Road offers a mix of small to medium single-family homes and townhomes, with a balanced owner and renter occupancy and a low vacancy rate.
| Housing Age | Many homes built 1940-1969 |
|---|---|
| Owner vs Renter Occupancy | Mixed ownership and rental |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
Woodside Road is a wealthy neighborhood with a diverse population and a strong professional workforce.
| Children Below Poverty Line | 13.2% |
|---|---|
| Executive/Professional Employment | 48.6% |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Share | 48.6% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Wealthy |
| Child Poverty Rate | 13.2% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 27.8% |
| Top Ancestries | Mexican 33.4%, Asian 7.3%, Italian 7.3%, German 7.1%, Irish 6.4% |
| Top Languages | English 48.1%, Spanish, French, German/Yiddish 2.3% |
| Notable Ancestries | Lithuanian 2.1% |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes, with a high rate of solo driving and some carpooling.
Woodside Road residents enjoy short commutes with predominant car use and notable carpooling.
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 70.2% |
| Carpool Rate | 10.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Woodside Road?
The median home price is $2,238,747, higher than 91.8% of California neighborhoods.
What types of homes are common?
A high share of rowhouses and attached homes, comprising 27.7% of housing.
What is the vacancy rate?
The vacancy rate is 2.5%, lower than 82.6% of U.S. neighborhoods.