San Jose Neighborhood
Is Townsend / Carmine - Parkmont a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe603
Medium404
Low714
Other4215
246 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape60
Child involved183
Assault48
Other17
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, dispatchers report a possible 911 hang-up call from a downtown transit center, and a unit is advised of the issue. | El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95050 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a lift assist was reported near the airport parking area close to Terminal B and Airport Parkway. Rescue Medic 20 was stood down and the incident was handled by an engine company. | Terminal A, 1701 Airport Blvd, San Jose, CA 95110 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical dispatch for Medic 23 to San Jose Airport Terminal B was canceled. | SJC Terminal B, San Jose, CA 95110 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical personnel are responding code 3 to a reported vehicle accident near South Third Street and East William Street in San Jose. | E William St & S Third St, San Jose, CA 95112 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic Engine One responded to a medical emergency at Steinbeck Library near Lincoln Avenue with cross streets West Olive Street and West San Luis Street. | Lincoln Ave, San Jose, CA 95126 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 75 responded code 2 to East Longmere off North Third Street; police on scene and the scene is reported secure. | N 3rd St, San Jose, CA | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical triage incident occurred near West Santa Clara Street and North San Pedro Street. Police confirmed the area was secure for emergency responders. | N San Pedro St & W Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95110 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 21 is dispatched to a medical emergency near Sussex Drive and nearby cross streets in San Jose for a 69-year-old man reportedly choking on saliva. Engine 2 is canceled while the call is triaged as a higher-priority medical response. | Sussex Dr, San Jose, CA 95127 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conduct a check on a gray Toyota Sienna that has reportedly been left running for about 20 minutes in an airport parking lot. | Airport Blvd, San Jose, CA 95110 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are checking a report of smoke near the intersection of West Hedding Street and North Bascom Avenue in the Station 7 area. | W Hedding St & N Bascom Ave, San Jose, CA 95128 | Fire |
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Median Home Price
$1,409,960
Average Rent
$5,077
Vacancy Rate
3.1%
Overview
Townsend / Carmine - Parkmont is an urban San Jose neighborhood with a median home price of $1,409,960, ranking it above nearly 80% of California neighborhoods.
The area features mostly medium to small single-family homes and apartments, with most residences built between 1970 and the present and a low vacancy rate.
WealthyHighly EducatedAsian Majority
Quick Facts
| Work From Home | 30.5% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Townsend / Carmine - Parkmont is mostly owner occupied, with a notable share of row houses and attached homes.
| Owner Occupied | Majority |
|---|---|
| Row Houses & Attached Homes | 23.6% |
| Vacancy Rate | 3.1% |
| Built 1970-1999 | Majority |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes are owner occupied, indicating residential stability.
Vacancy rates are below the national median, suggesting strong demand.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood is characterized by a wealthy, highly educated population with a high rate of working from home.
Highly Educated Community — Over 40% of adults hold advanced degrees, far above the national average.
Remote Work Friendly — Nearly one-third of residents work from home, reflecting modern work trends.
| Advanced Degrees | 41.1% |
|---|---|
| Work From Home Rate | 30.5% |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Share | 66.4% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Wealthy |
| Child Poverty Rate | 2.5% |
| Foreign Born | 64.0% |
| Top Languages | ["Chinese (41.4%)","English","Languages of India","Tagalog","Vietnamese"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Asian (79.6%)","German (4.1%)","Irish (3.2%)","Mexican (3.0%)","South American (2.5%)"] |
Commute
Most residents drive alone to work, with nearly half commuting 15 to 30 minutes.
Townsend / Carmine - Parkmont offers manageable commute times with a moderate reliance on private vehicles and a high work-from-home rate.
Short Commutes — Nearly half of residents commute 15 to 30 minutes.
Work From Home — 30.5% of residents avoid commuting by working remotely.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (47.8%) |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 60.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Townsend / Carmine - Parkmont?
The median home price is $1,409,960, higher than 79.4% of California neighborhoods.
What is notable about the education level?
41.1% of adults have advanced degrees, higher than 97.3% of US neighborhoods.
How do residents typically commute?
Most drive alone, but 30.5% work from home, a high rate nationally.