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Is San Diego, CA (Carmel Knolls Dr / Ashley Falls Dr) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Hoodscore
81

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe309
Medium103
Low717
Other3197

43 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape11
Child involved34
Assault1
Other3

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime dateCrime descriptionAddressCrime category
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical personnel were dispatched for a possible medical issue near Bergen Avenue and Lister Street in San Diego.Bergen St, San Diego, CA 92117Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a silver or gold Toyota Highlander driving recklessly near Valley Sun Road and Rock Hill Ranch, including brake-checking and swerving on the roadway. The license plate was not obtained.Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA 92111Traffic
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, a male adult with chronic leg pain and high blood pressure was picked up from the sidewalk near Genesee Avenue in La Jolla and is en route to Scripps La Jolla hospital. The patient has hypertension and a negative stroke scale.Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency was reported near Mt Bigelow Drive, close to Alamo Drive and Alma Lane. Emergency units were dispatched.Mt Bigelow Dr, San Diego, CA 92111Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involves a 78-year-old man transported to Sharp Memorial with abdominal burning, external burning, dysuria, and an abscess. He is currently undergoing chemotherapy and was transported from Westport.Frost St, San Diego, CA 92123Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical aid dispatch appears to involve a person near Westview Parkway. Details are incomplete.Westview Pkwy, San Diego, CA 92126Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, a 15-year-old male experienced right foot pain after his foot collapsed while running. He previously fell from a two-story building about one month ago and had swelling and bruising without medical attention. The patient is stable and alert, en route to a hospital with a 7-8 minute estimated arrival time.Children's Way, San Diego, CA 92123Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, a female patient aged over 80 is being transported to a hospital with painful urination and incontinence that started last night. She has a history of urinary tract infections. Vitals are stable, and arrival is expected in about two minutes near Frost Street.Frost St, San Diego, CA 92123Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, units are dispatched to a reported medical emergency near Balboa Avenue and Genesee Avenue, close to Mount Alifan Drive in San Diego.Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA 92111Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible medical emergency at a bank near Balboa Avenue and Genesee Avenue in San Diego.Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA 92111Medical Emergency

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Median Home Price
$3,162,319
Average Rent
$4,887
Vacancy Rate
3.1%

Overview

Carmel Knolls Dr / Ashley Falls Dr is an urban San Diego neighborhood with mostly large single-family homes built mainly between 1970 and 1999, with some newer homes.

The neighborhood is dominated by owner-occupied detached homes and has a very high concentration of executives and highly educated residents.

UrbanLarge HomesExecutive Lifestyle

Quick Facts

Vacancy Rate3.1%

Housing market and real estate character

The neighborhood features mostly owner-occupied, large detached single-family homes built primarily between 1970 and 1999, with some newer construction.

Owner Occupied RateHigh
Large Home ShareHigher than 99.9% of U.S. neighborhoods
Detached Single-Family HomesHigher than 97.8% of U.S. neighborhoods

What buyers will notice right away

The neighborhood has more large homes than nearly all U.S. neighborhoods.
Almost exclusively detached single-family homes, rare among U.S. neighborhoods.

Families & Lifestyle

Carmel Knolls Dr / Ashley Falls Dr attracts wealthy executives and families, with a high rate of advanced degrees and a strong executive presence.

High concentration of executives and professionals supports an upscale lifestyle.
Strong educational attainment with over half holding advanced degrees.
Executive Lifestyle — Rated best choice for executives in California, with luxury homes and private schooling preferences.
Family Friendly — Good for families with school-aged children, with low child poverty and high education levels.
Executive Occupation Share80.5%
Advanced Degree Holders52.1%
Child Poverty Rate1.6%

Demographics

Advanced Degree Holders52.1%
Executive Occupation Share80.5%
Income RankTop 15%
Child Poverty Rate1.6%
Foreign Born Residents38.0%
Top Languages["English (57.8%)","Chinese","Spanish","Korean","Persian (3.7%)"]
Top Ancestries["Asian (35.6%)","Mexican (11.3%)","German (8.7%)","Italian (7.1%)","Irish (5.3%)","Romanian (1.6%)","Iranian (1.8%)"]

Commute

Many residents work from home or have short commutes, with most driving alone to work.

Carmel Knolls Dr / Ashley Falls Dr offers a high work-from-home rate and short commutes, supporting a balanced lifestyle.

High Remote Work — 39.0% work from home, well above national averages.
Short Commutes — Over 70% commute 15-30 minutes, shorter than typical U.S. commutes.
Car Usage — Most residents drive alone, reflecting typical suburban car reliance.
Work From Home Rate39.0%
Main Commute Time15-30 minutes
Drive Alone Rate55.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Carmel Knolls Dr / Ashley Falls Dr?

The median home price is $3,162,319, higher than 97.4% of California neighborhoods.

How common is working from home in this neighborhood?

About 39.0% of residents work from home, which is higher than 98.8% of U.S. neighborhoods.

What types of homes are common here?

Mostly large detached single-family homes built between 1970 and 1999, with some newer homes.

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