Is Canyon Country South a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Santa Clarita, California - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
58 Registered Offenders Nearby
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 sick person requiring advanced life support was reported in the parking lot of the Vons near Canyon Road and Sand Canyon Road. | Soledad Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91387 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call reports a pediatric patient in distress in a parking lot near Soledad Canyon and Sand Canyon. Unit 212 was assigned from station 204. | Sand Canyon Rd & Soledad Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91387 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a chest pain call was reported near River Circle and Solitude Canyon Road. | River Cir & Soledad Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91387 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic unit 261 dispatched near Old Deer Lane for a sick person. | Deer Creek Ln, Santa Clarita, CA 91387 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a call for a sick person near Silver Oak Lane. Units from County 104 and unit 215 acknowledged the call. | Silver Oak Ln, Santa Clarita, CA 91387 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving an unconscious patient was reported near Colorado Place. The situation appears to be not a full cardiac arrest, and a squad response was later canceled. | Colorado Pl, Santa Clarita, CA 91387 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, engine and squad units were dispatched to a possible injury traffic collision near Jake’s Way and Lost Canyon Road in Santa Clarita. | Lost Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units responded code 3 to a reported traffic collision involving a motorcycle and a vehicle near Jake’s Way and Lost Canyon Road in Canyon Country. Radio traffic indicated the motorcycle rider was apparently injured, with a possible broken foot, and fire/EMS were en route. | Lost Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an engine and squad were dispatched to a possible injury traffic collision near Jake's Way and Lost Canyon Road in Santa Clarita. | Lost Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies respond to a report that a 13-year-old girl who reportedly ran away from a group home arrived at a residence near Blue Aspen Lane and Autumn Oak Way in Canyon Country. The girl is described as having a thin build and wearing gray pants and a black shirt. | Blue Aspen Ln, Canyon Country, CA 91387 | Missing Person |
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Overview
Canyon Country South is an urban neighborhood in Santa Clarita, CA, featuring a mix of small to medium apartments and single-family homes.
The area has a median home price of $740,186 and average rent of $4,270, both above many California neighborhoods.
Quick Facts
| Owner Occupied | Majority of residences |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Canyon Country South's housing stock is mostly owner occupied with a mix of apartments and single-family homes built mainly between 1970 and 1999.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Majority |
|---|---|
| Housing Type Mix | Small to medium apartments and single-family homes |
| Built 1970-1999 | Most residences |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
Canyon Country South features a diverse community with low child poverty and a strong presence of executive and professional workers.
| Children in Poverty | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Executive/Professional Occupations | 44.0% |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Share | 44.0% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Top 15% in U.S. |
| Foreign Born | 22.2% |
| Top Languages | English (53.4%), Spanish, Tagalog (4.9%) |
| Top Ancestries | Mexican (25.2%), Asian (14.5%), German (9.0%), Irish (8.2%), English (5.4%), Armenian (1.4%), Lebanese (1.3%) |
Commute
Most residents have longer commutes, with many driving alone or using bus and carpool options.
Canyon Country South residents face longer commutes than average, relying heavily on private vehicles.
| Main Commute Time | 45 to 60 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 69.2% |
| Bus Commute Rate | 7.9% |
| Carpool Rate | 7.4% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Canyon Country South?
The median home price is $740,186.
How diverse is the neighborhood linguistically?
English is most common, with significant Spanish and Tagalog speaking populations.
What is the child poverty rate?
The child poverty rate is 0.0%, lower than all U.S. neighborhoods.