Stockton, CA Neighborhood

Is Fair Oaks a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Hoodscore
30

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe881
Medium680
Low1234
Other2728

395 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape82
Child involved311
Assault48
Other19

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime dateCrime descriptionAddressCrime category
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 6 is dispatched to a possible cardiac arrest reported near the 1800 block of North Baker Street, between Baker Place and Bedford Road in Stockton.N Baker St, Stockton, CA 95204Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, fire personnel are dispatched to a reported outdoor fire near East Bianchi Road and Upper in Stockton. The incident is coded as a possible suicide attempt-related fire call under code 404F.E Bianchi Rd, Stockton, CAFire
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are dispatched to a possible outdoor fire near South Center Street between Church Street and Hazelton Avenue in Stockton.S Center St, Stockton, CA 95203Fire
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a grass fire near West Hazelton Avenue and Commerce Street, just south of Engine 2’s area, with residents apparently attempting to extinguish it and the flames getting close to nearby tents. Engine 2 is dispatched to an outdoor fire near South Center Street between West Church Street and West Hazelton Avenue in Stockton.S Center St, Stockton, CA 95203Fire
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers discuss a possible suspicious person who was reported earlier and is now said to be heading east along Market while pushing a stroller instead of a shopping cart. The person’s clothing does not match what the reporting party originally described.Monte Diablo Ave, Stockton, CA 95203Suspicious Activity
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible suspicious situation that reportedly began near South Center Street, with a caller later believing the involved people went to a McDonald’s off Charter Way. Units looked for a red Hyundai based on a broadcast license plate but were unable to find it at the restaurant. The caller, a woman, was later reported walking southbound on Van Buren Street from Worth Street. A Hispanic man in his thirties, wearing a black and white zip-up shirt, blue sweatpants, and blue Converse shoes, was described as possibly involved.S Center St, Stockton, CA 95203Suspicious Activity
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 2 was dispatched to a chest pain medical call near W Sonora Street, Stockton. Cross streets are S Lincoln Street and S Harrison Street.W Sonora St, Stockton, CA 95203Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported robbery at a smoke shop near East Park Street and Wilson Way. Radio traffic indicates a male suspect allegedly demanded money and took cash from the register before leaving in a dark-colored Nissan, heading west on Park Street with a female passenger. Details are based on caller reports and store video and may be subject to confirmation.N Wilson Way, Stockton, CA 95205Robbery Report
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a possible carbon monoxide alarm at a residence near Orilla and Spring Street in Stockton.Spring St, Stockton, CA 95206Fire
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to a possible alarm activation at a business on Pacific Avenue, reported as a front door and motion sensor alert with no response from anyone on scene.Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA 95207Break-In

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Median Home Price
$339,069
Average Rent
$2,133
Vacancy Rate
12.9%

Neighborhood Overview

Fair Oaks is an urban neighborhood in Stockton, California, with mostly medium to small single-family homes and small apartment buildings built mainly between 1940 and 1999.

The neighborhood has a high vacancy rate of 12.9%, indicating many homes may be empty year-round, which could reflect weak demand or new housing supply.

UrbanAffordableMexican HeritageFarming Community

Quick Facts

Spanish Speakers66.6% of households

Housing market and real estate character

Housing in Fair Oaks consists mainly of medium to small single-family homes and small apartment buildings, with a mix of owners and renters.

Housing AgeMost homes built between 1940 and 1969, with some from 1970 to 1999

What buyers will notice right away

Expect mostly medium to small single-family homes and small apartments.
Vacancy rate is above average, which may affect neighborhood dynamics.

Families & Lifestyle

The neighborhood has a notable farming, forestry, and fishing workforce alongside manufacturing and labor jobs.

Diverse Working Community — Residents work in manufacturing, sales, and farming-related occupations, reflecting a varied economic base.
Manufacturing & Labor Employment34.0% of working population
Farming, Forestry, Fishing Employment14.5% of working population

Demographics

Adults without 4-year Degree96.9%
Child Poverty Rate27.2%
Income LevelLower-middle income
Mexican Ancestry82.8%
Spanish Speakers66.6%
Foreign Born Residents37.5%

Commute

Most residents drive alone to work, with a commute time mostly between 15 and 30 minutes.

Fair Oaks offers mostly short to moderate commutes with high car dependency.

Car-Dependent — Most residents rely on private vehicles to get to work.
Moderate Commute Times — About a third have commutes under 30 minutes, shorter than average.
Drive Alone Rate78.3%
Carpool Rate13.7%
Main Commute Time15-30 minutes for 33.1% of workers
Long Commute12.4% commute over an hour each way

Homes for sale near 95205

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$998,500
4 bd | 5 ba | 3,974 sqft
95205 Amelia National Pkwy
Fernandina Beach, FL, 32034
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$499,000
4 bd | 2 ba | 1,948 sqft
2066 Shady Forest Way
Stockton, CA, 95205
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$399,887
3 bd | 1 ba | 1,144 sqft
29 S Sierra Nevada St
Stockton, CA, 95205
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$170,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,056 sqft
4501 N Wilson Way Space 25
Stockton, CA, 95205
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$520,000
5 bd | 3 ba | 2,663 sqft
2060 Shady Forest Way
Stockton, CA, 95205
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$429,000
4 bd | 2 ba | 1,245 sqft
1440 N Golden Gate Ave
Stockton, CA, 95205
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Fair Oaks?

The median home price is $339,069, less expensive than 94.3% of California neighborhoods.

What languages are commonly spoken here?

Spanish is the most common language, spoken by 66.6% of households, followed by English at 33.2%.

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