Noe Valley North, San Francisco

Is San Francisco, CA (Noe Valley North) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe1435

Medium1354

Low1518

Other5938

172 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape37

Child involved128

Assault28

Other13

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, medic 530 was assigned a code 2 response to Bernal Heights for a medical issue. Patient complaint details are not provided.	Bernal Heights, San Francisco, CA	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was reported near the intersection of Thomas and Thornton Avenue for abdominal pain. Emergency medical services unit AMR 118 responded with priority three.	Thornton Ave, San Francisco, CA	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving abdominal pain was reported near Thornton Avenue in San Francisco. Emergency units responded to the location between Thomas Avenue and Thornton Avenue with a code 2 response.	Thornton Ave, San Francisco, CA	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, law enforcement broadcast a be-on-the-lookout for a missing at-risk juvenile who left a residence on foot in Pacifica and did not return. The juvenile reportedly has mental health concerns and prior suicidal statements. A cell phone associated with the juvenile last pinged near Junipero Serra Boulevard in Daly City. Units were asked to stop and conduct a welfare check if the juvenile is found.	Junipero Serra Blvd, Daly City, CA 94014	Missing Person
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency was reported near Hensley Avenue and Sylvan Avenue in San Bruno. Medic 53 was dispatched but later told to cancel the call.	Hensley Ave, San Bruno, CA 94066	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a family disturbance near Carroll Street where a verbal argument between siblings apparently escalated. A brother is said to have hit a window, breaking his wrist and bleeding, and medics were sent to the scene.	24th St, San Francisco, CA	Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers handled a possible non injury traffic incident involving a vehicle near the (number withheld) block of Hensley Avenue in San Bruno.	Hensley Ave, San Bruno, CA 94066	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving trauma with a broken wrist was reported near Tennessee Street between 23rd and 24th.	Tennessee St, San Francisco, CA 94107	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, street Crisis Team 6 dispatched code 3 to a reported brush/bush fire near a children's playground, with a possible tent in the area. Reporting party declined to meet responders.	Folsom St & 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94110	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, street Crisis Team 6 dispatched to a possible medical emergency near 24th Street and Lucky Avenue in San Francisco. The underlying complaint is unclear from the audio.	24th St, San Francisco, CA 94110	Medical Emergency

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Median Home Price

$3,160,805

Average Rent

$5,418

Vacancy Rate

8.6%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

Noe Valley North is a densely urban neighborhood in San Francisco with a median home price of $3,160,805 and average rent of $5,418, both well above California averages.

The neighborhood features a high concentration of small apartment buildings and historic homes, with a balanced mix of owners and renters.

Densely UrbanHistoric HomesWalkableAffluent Community

Quick Facts

Vacancy Rate	8.6%

Housing market and real estate character

Noe Valley North's housing stock is dominated by small apartment buildings with a significant share of historic residences and a moderate vacancy rate.

Small 2-4 Unit Apartment Buildings	43.0% of real estate
Historic Homes (Built 1939 or earlier)	67.0%
Owner and Renter Occupied	Mixed occupancy

What buyers will notice right away

High concentration of historic homes adds charm and appeal.

Housing is occupied by a mix of owners and renters.

Vacancy rate near national median, indicating stable demand.

Families & Lifestyle

Noe Valley North is known for its urban sophisticates, young professionals, and a notably high share of same-sex couples.

The neighborhood's walkability and cultural amenities attract educated professionals and arts supporters.

High work-from-home rates support a flexible lifestyle.

Urban Sophisticates — Residents enjoy arts, culture, and refined tastes, living a big city lifestyle.

Young Professionals — A good fit for young, single professionals seeking an active urban environment.

Same-Sex Couples	Higher than 99.7% of U.S. neighborhoods
Urban Sophisticates	More than 99.5% of U.S. neighborhoods

Demographics

Bachelor's Degree or Higher	86.5%
Executive, Manager, Professional Employment	81.8%
Child Poverty Rate	2.7%
Income Level	Higher than 99.3% of U.S. neighborhoods
Foreign Born Residents	17.9%
Top Languages	["English (79.4%)","Spanish (4.5%)","Russian (1.0%)"]
Top Ancestries	["Asian (16.4%)","Irish (13.7%)","German (11.0%)","English (10.8%)","French (4.9%)","Eastern European (3.1%)","Greek (1.9%)"]