Pocket Southeast, Sacramento
Is Sacramento, CA (Pocket Southeast) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe5
Medium2
Low8
Other21
4 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape0
Child involved4
Assault0
Other0
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch radio traffic describes an animal control call on Randall Island involving a confined dog and a reporting party who allegedly threatened the dog if it was not picked up. Animal control requested possible sheriff assistance due to concerns about a potential weapon at the scene. | Randall Island, Courtland, CA 95615 | Animal Control |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible minor hit-and-run collision involving a red Toyota RAV4 near Hood Franklin Road in Hood, with officers coordinating vehicle information checks and arranging tow access due to heavy traffic backup. | Hood Franklin Rd, Hood, CA 95639 | Traffic |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an urgent medical aid response was dispatched to an address near 3rd Lane Avenue in district 27. | 3rd St, Hood, CA 95639 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and medical crews were dispatched for a possible water rescue near River Road in District 91, with multiple engines, a truck, a boat, and a medic unit assigned. | River Rd, Courtland, CA 95615 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, multiple fire and rescue units are dispatched for a possible water rescue near River Road in district 91. | River Rd, Courtland, CA 95615 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 10, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid dispatched to a location near Third Hollow Drive in District 66 involving Engine 66 and Medic 6066 units assigned to Operations A3. | 3rd St, Hood, CA 95639 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 8, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop near Clarksburg Road and South River Road involving a vehicle with a California license plate. | S River Rd & Clarksburg Rd, Clarksburg, CA 95612 | Traffic |
| Jul 8, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency was reported near 3rd St. Units including Engine 28, Ladder 21, and Medical 8 were assigned to the location. | 3rd St, Hood, CA 95639 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 8, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical aid call was reported near 3rd Street in Hood. Units including Engine 28 and Medic 821 were assigned, but Engine 28 was later canceled. | 3rd St, Hood, CA 95639 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 4, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical aid call was reported near 3rd Street in Hood, California. Engine 22 was dispatched to the location. | 3rd St, Hood, CA 95639 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$806,909
Average Rent
$3,359
Vacancy Rate
0.7%
Overview
Pocket Southeast is an urban neighborhood in Sacramento, CA, with mostly medium to large single-family homes built primarily between 1970 and 1999.
The neighborhood has a very low vacancy rate of 0.7%, indicating strong demand and limited supply.
Residents are wealthy, with one of the lowest child poverty rates nationally, and a strong presence of government workers.
Languages spoken include English, Spanish, Chinese, and Japanese.
UrbanEstablished HomesWealthy ResidentsLow Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Pocket Southeast's housing stock mainly consists of medium to large single-family homes built mostly between 1970 and 1999, with a mix of owners and renters and very low vacancy.
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
|---|---|
| Housing Age (Built 1970-1999) | 83.9% |
| Housing Type Mix | Medium to large single-family homes and apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes built between 1970 and 1999, giving a consistent neighborhood character.
Vacancy rate indicates strong demand and limited supply.
Housing occupied by a mix of owners and renters.
Families & Lifestyle
Pocket Southeast is a wealthy neighborhood with low child poverty and a strong executive and government worker presence.
Low child poverty rate indicates strong family support and economic stability.
The mix of executives and government workers shapes a professional community.
Retirement Friendly — Ranks better for retirement living than 88.4% of California neighborhoods, peaceful and quiet.
| Executive Occupation Share | 57.8% |
|---|---|
| Government Worker Share | 17.4% |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupation Share | 57.8% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 13.8% |
| Top Ancestries | ["Asian (23.9%)","Mexican (10.8%)","German (7.1%)","Irish (5.0%)","Italian (4.9%)"] |
| Top Languages | ["English (80.4%)","Spanish","Chinese","Japanese (2.8%)"] |
Commute
Most residents have a commute between 15 and 30 minutes, with a majority driving alone and some carpooling.
Pocket Southeast offers relatively short commutes with a high rate of solo driving and some carpooling.
Short Commutes — 45.2% commute 15-30 minutes.
Car Dependent — Majority drive alone, with some carpooling.
| Main Commute Time Range | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 66.0% |
| Carpool Rate | 9.5% |
Homes for sale near 95612
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Pocket Southeast?
The median home price is $806,909, more expensive than 43.6% of California neighborhoods.
What is the vacancy rate?
The vacancy rate is 0.7%, lower than 91.9% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What types of homes are common?
Mostly medium to large single-family homes built between 1970 and 1999, plus apartments.