
Is Brookside / Spring Valley Terrace a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
235 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 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, paramedics are dispatched to a possible heart problem involving a young adult woman at an apartment near Conrad Drive in Spring Valley. | Conrad Dr, Spring Valley, CA 91977 | 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, an at-risk juvenile was reported missing from a residence near Buena Vista Avenue in Lemon Grove. The subject is a 16-year-old female last reported headed toward the La Mesa area. | Buena Vista Ave, Lemon Grove, CA 91945 | Missing Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a 36-year-old female patient with injuries from a fall about two weeks ago is reported near Grossmont Center Dr. She has pain in her left hand and right wrist, slight dehydration, and no other bleeding or injuries noted. Recent vital signs include blood pressure 130 over 100, heart rate 116, and oxygen saturation 98% on room air. | Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency call was reported near Lace Place and Carolina Lane, San Diego. Units Engine 12 and others were dispatched with medical priority codes. | Lace Pl, San Diego, CA 92102 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 12 is dispatched to a possible medical emergency near Lace Place and Carolina Lane in San Diego, with the call classified under 7 Echo and 7 Foxtrot medical codes. | Lace Pl, San Diego, CA 92102 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a boarding care facility near Grossmont Center Dr for a 62-year-old female with right lower back pain after a fall several days ago. The patient had stable vital signs and no obvious trauma but ongoing pain despite medication. The patient was transported to Grossmont hospital with an estimated arrival time of 40 minutes. | Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a 36-year-old woman reported elbow pain in the parking lot near Sunny Donuts on Spring Street in La Mesa. EMS dispatched with a no-code response. | Spring St, La Mesa, CA 91941 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible assault involving a 34-year-old man near Vigo Drive in La Mesa. Another medic unit was assigned to a separate evaluation for law enforcement on North Marshall Avenue in El Cajon. | Vigo Dr, La Mesa, CA | Assault Report |
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Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Brookside / Spring Valley Terrace is an urban neighborhood in Spring Valley, California, with housing mostly built between 1940 and 1999.
Median home prices are $1,001,709, higher than most California neighborhoods, with average rents at $2,928, lower than 63.9% of the state.
Quick Facts
| First-Time Buyer Rank | Top 7.9% in California |
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Housing market and real estate character
Housing includes medium to small single-family homes and apartments, with a very low vacancy rate indicating strong demand.
| Housing Age | Most built 1940-1969 |
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| Ownership Mix | Owners and renters |
| Housing Type | Single-family and apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a diverse occupational profile and a moderate income level with notable childhood poverty rates.
| Executive & Professional Jobs | 31.5% |
|---|---|
| Children Below Poverty Line | 41.6% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Moderate |
|---|---|
| Mexican Ancestry | 43.6% |
| Foreign Born | 25.8% |
| Top Languages | English (56.9%), Spanish (32.5%) |
Commute
Most residents have moderate commute times and primarily drive alone or carpool.
Brookside / Spring Valley Terrace offers manageable commute times with a reliance on private vehicles.
| Commute Time 15-30 Minutes | 40.3% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 73.6% |
| Carpool Rate | 13.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vacancy rate in Brookside / Spring Valley Terrace?
The vacancy rate is 0.0%, indicating very tight housing supply.
What languages are spoken here?
English is spoken by 56.9% of households; Spanish by 32.5%.
What is the typical commute time?
Most residents commute between 15 and 30 minutes.