Scotts Valley City Center, Scotts Valley, CA
Is Scotts Valley, CA (City Center) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Scotts Valley, CA - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe0
Medium0
Low1
Other0
3 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape1
Child involved2
Assault0
Other0
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, authorities responded to a vehicle that went off the roadway near Empire Grade Road in the Santa Cruz area. A 28-year-old man was evaluated, and the incident was later reported as a non-injury crash with the patient apparently refusing medical care. A tow truck was requested and highway patrol was notified. | Empire Grade, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 | Traffic |
Median Home Price
$1,612,633
Average Rent
$5,263
Vacancy Rate
10.5%
Nearby neighborhoods
- Ben Lomond, CA (Town Center / Brackney)
- Boulder Creek, CA (Big Redwood Park / Oak Ridge Road)
- Felton, CA (Mount Hermon)
- Felton, CA (Town Center)
- La Honda - Pescadero, CA
- Santa Cruz, CA (Nobel / Roundtree)
- Santa Cruz, CA (Pogonip / Harvey West)
- Scotts Valley, CA (Mission Springs)
- Scotts Valley, CA (Pasatiempo)
Overview of Scotts Valley City Center
Scotts Valley City Center is a suburban neighborhood with a median home price of $1,612,633 and average rent of $5,263, both above California averages.
The neighborhood has a mix of small to medium single-family homes and apartments, mostly built between 1970 and 1999.
Vacancy rate is 10.5%, higher than 65.2% of U.S. neighborhoods, with most vacancies year-round.
SuburbanHigh IncomeLow Child PovertyShort Commutes
Quick Facts
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes (41.1%) |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Scotts Valley City Center has established housing with moderate vacancy.
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Small to medium single-family homes and apartments |
| Built 1970-1999 | Majority of residences |
| Vacancy Rate | 10.5% |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes built between 1970 and 1999, offering established residences.
Vacancy rate is above average, with most vacancies year-round.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood is wealthy with very low child poverty and a strong college presence.
Zero child poverty indicates strong economic conditions for families.
College enrollment contributes to a dynamic community.
Diverse Ancestry — Notably high Scots-Irish (4.0%) and Ukrainian (2.0%) ancestries.
Multilingual Community — 2.4% speak Korean at home, higher than 96.7% of US neighborhoods.
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| College Enrollment | 11.3% |
Demographics
| College Educated | |
|---|---|
| Executive/Professional Occupations | 53.6 |
| Income Level | Wealthy |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0 |
| Foreign Born | 15.9 |
| Top Languages | ["English 80.5%","Spanish","Korean"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["German 16.8%","English 15.7%","Irish 12.2%","Mexican 10.9%","Asian 8.1%","Scots-Irish 4.0%","Ukrainian 2.0%"] |
Commute
Residents enjoy some of the shortest commutes in the nation.
Scotts Valley City Center offers very short commutes and high car usage.
Short Commutes — 41.1% commute under 15 minutes, easing daily travel.
Car Usage — 73.7% drive alone, with some carpooling.
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes (41.1%) |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 73.7 |
| Carpool Rate | 5.7 |
Homes for sale near 95017
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Scotts Valley City Center?
The median home price is $1,612,633, higher than 84.5% of California neighborhoods.
What is the child poverty rate?
0.0%, lower than 100% of U.S. neighborhoods.