San Diego Neighborhood
Is Castle a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe934
Medium505
Low1560
Other9837
283 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape52
Child involved219
Assault34
Other19
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 95-year-old male patient with hematuria is being transported to Kaiser Zion hospital with an estimated arrival time of 10 minutes. Current vital signs include blood pressure 121 over 70, pulse 80, and oxygen saturation 95%. The patient was discharged from Kaiser Zion recently and is now returning. A run number was provided as one zero. | Zion Ave, San Diego, CA 92120 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical aid incident appears to involve Medic 2 and Engine 201 near Welch Road in San Diego. | Welch Rd, San Diego, CA 92101 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a 34-year-old man was reportedly assaulted by his roommate and the roommate’s girlfriend at a private residence, including being punched near the left eyebrow and slapped across the cheek. He had a small hematoma by his left eye with mild pain and was transported to UCSD East for evaluation. | Alvarado Rd, San Diego, CA 92120 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to provide medical aid at an apartment on 34th Street in San Diego. | 34th St C, San Diego, CA 92102 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a 64-year-old female was transported from a private residence to UCSD East after a home health nurse found pieces missing from her intravenous line. The patient was receiving antibiotics for an infection and had no current complaints. Vital signs were stable and no treatment was expected during transport. | Alvarado Rd, San Diego, CA 92120 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid was dispatched to an apartment near 34th Street in San Diego and later downgraded. | 34th St, San Diego, CA 92102 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an at-risk juvenile was reported missing from a residence near Buena Vista Avenue in Lemon Grove. The subject is a 16-year-old female last reported headed toward the La Mesa area. | Buena Vista Ave, Lemon Grove, CA 91945 | Missing Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical dispatch called for truck 14 to a location near 32nd Street and Lincoln Avenue. | 32nd St, San Diego, CA 92104 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers reported a woman lying in a sleeping bag on a southbound transit platform and refusing to leave, and officers coordinated which unit would respond to the apparent trespassing complaint. | Imperial Ave Ste 1000, San Diego, CA 92101 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical call reported near 32nd Street at Lincoln Avenue and Polk Avenue in San Diego; dispatched to Truck 14. | 32nd St, San Diego, CA 92104 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$770,064
Average Rent
$2,771
Vacancy Rate
2.7%
Castle Neighborhood Overview
Castle is a densely urban neighborhood in San Diego with a median home price of $770,064, which is higher than 39.4% of California neighborhoods.
The average rent is $2,771, lower than 69.9% of California neighborhoods, and the vacancy rate is low at 2.7%, indicating tight housing supply.
UrbanDiverseTight Housing Market
Quick Facts
| Vacancy Rate | 2.7% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Castle's housing stock consists mainly of small to medium apartment complexes and single-family homes, with a high renter occupancy rate.
| Renter Occupied Rate | 90.8% |
|---|---|
| Housing Age (1970-1999) | Majority built between 1970 and 1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes are renter occupied, indicating a strong rental market.
Low vacancy rate suggests limited availability of homes.
Families and Lifestyle
Castle features a diverse community with a significant share of sales and service workers shaping the local culture.
Diverse Workforce — The neighborhood has a strong presence of sales, service, and manufacturing jobs.
| Sales and Service Workers | 42.8% |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing and Laborer Occupations | 23.9% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Lower-middle income |
|---|---|
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 22.3% |
| Mexican Ancestry | 61.0% |
| Vietnamese Speakers | 8.1% |
| Foreign Born | 38.4% |
| Top Languages | Spanish (56.1%), English, Vietnamese, African languages |
Commute
Most residents have a moderate commute time and primarily drive alone to work.
Castle offers relatively short commute times with a majority driving alone, supported by some carpooling and walking.
Short Commutes — Over half of residents commute between 15 and 30 minutes.
Car-Dependent — Most residents drive alone, but carpooling and walking are also common.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 66.5% |
| Carpool Rate | 17.5% |
| Walk to Work | 5.2% |
Homes for sale near 92105
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$274,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,440 sqft
2003 Bayview Heights Dr Space 109
San Diego, CA, 92105
$335,000
4 bd | 2 ba | 1,496 sqft
2003 Bayview Heights Dr Space 167
San Diego, CA, 92105
$230,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,344 sqft
2003 Bayview Heights Dr Space 88
San Diego, CA, 92105
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Castle?
The median home price is $770,064.
What is the average rent in Castle?
The average rent is $2,771.
How dense is the Castle neighborhood?
Castle is denser than 95.9% of U.S. neighborhoods with 24,434 people per square mile.