San Diego Neighborhood
Is Kensington a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe1014
Medium510
Low1750
Other10086
218 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape41
Child involved164
Assault23
Other18
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, emergency medical aid was requested for Medic 37 near Bergenard Boulevard and Lister Street in San Diego. | Lister St, San Diego, CA 92110 | 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 medical personnel from Medic 32 were dispatched for a possible medical issue near Mawana Drive and Hill in San Diego. | Cross St, San Diego, CA 92110 | Medical Emergency |
| 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, 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 92111 | Traffic |
| 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 |
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Median Home Price
$1,753,451
Average Rent
$4,747
Vacancy Rate
3.9%
Overview
Kensington is a suburban neighborhood in San Diego with a median home price of $1,753,451, more expensive than 88.2% of California neighborhoods. Average rent is $4,747, higher than 84.9% of California neighborhoods.
The neighborhood is known for its historic homes, high owner occupancy, and a significant share of residents working from home.
SuburbanWealthyHistoric HomesHigh Work-From-Home
Quick Facts
| Work From Home Rate | 33.1% |
|---|---|
| Historic Homes Built Pre-1940 | 56.0% |
Housing market and real estate character
Kensington real estate consists mainly of medium to small single-family homes and townhomes, with most properties owner occupied.
| Owner Occupied Rate | High |
|---|---|
| Vacancy Rate | 3.9% |
What buyers will notice right away
Over half the homes were built before 1940, offering charm and history.
Most homes are owner occupied, indicating residential stability.
Families & Lifestyle
Kensington attracts urban sophisticates and highly educated executives, with a wealthy and culturally rich community.
Urban Sophisticates — Residents are highly educated executives with refined cultural tastes.
Wealth Concentration — The neighborhood is wealthier than 97.4% of U.S. neighborhoods.
| College Educated Adults | 74.1% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 74.6% |
| Same-Sex Couples | Higher than 97.1% of U.S. neighborhoods |
Demographics
| College Educated Adults | 74.1% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 74.6% |
| Child Poverty Rate | 13.7% |
| English Speaking Households | 83.0% |
| Foreign Born Residents | null |
| Top Ancestries | ["English (21.6%)","Irish (17.9%)","German (10.6%)","Mexican (8.7%)","Italian (8.1%)"] |
Commute
Kensington has a high work-from-home rate and a majority of residents drive alone or walk to work.
Kensington offers a unique commute profile with a high share working from home and moderate drive-alone rates.
High Work From Home — One-third of residents work from home, well above average.
Short Commutes — Most residents have commutes under 30 minutes.
| Work From Home Rate | 33.1% |
|---|---|
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (50.7%) |
| Drive Alone Rate | 55.2% |
| Walk to Work Rate | 5.8% |
Homes for sale near 92116
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Kensington?
The median home price is $1,753,451.
What is the average rent?
The average rent is $4,747.
How many residents work from home?
33.1% of residents work from home, higher than 96.6% of U.S. neighborhoods.