Sunnyvale, CA
Is East Murphy a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe276
Medium167
Low291
Other2133
91 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape17
Child involved74
Assault13
Other4
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, emergency medical units are dispatched code 3 to a location on East El Camino Real near Crestview Drive in Mountain View, with Medic 16 confirming response. | E El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 94040 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical aid dispatch was requested near East El Camino Real, Mountain View, involving cross streets Crestview Drive and West El Camino Real. The incident may involve a preliminary medical emergency. | E El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 94040 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a patient on Alhambra Avenue in the Montebello area appears to have an injury with a chunk of skin missing after breaking up a cat fight. Medical units responded to the scene. | Alhambra Ave, Cupertino, CA 95014 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched Code 3 to a reported vehicle collision on eastbound Stevens Creek Boulevard near a business called (person_name withheld). California Highway Patrol was reported on scene and Cal Fire was completing an apparent medical assessment. | Stevens Creek Blvd, California | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, transit personnel report a male passenger on a bus near East El Camino Real and Halford Avenue with an apparent open container, refusing to follow policy or leave the vehicle. County units and an S unit are responding. | Halford Ave & E El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95051 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported dumpster fire behind a convenience store near 4th Street and Columbia in Sunnyvale. Multiple callers reported the fire, and arriving units found a fully involved dumpster that was later extinguished. Radio traffic also briefly mentioned a separate medical call for a possible overdose and a collapsed adult male by a pool, but details of that incident are unclear. | 4th St, Sunnyvale, CA 94089 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were sent code 2 to a reported vehicle crash near Brenton Court in Mountain View. | Brenton Ct, Mountain View, CA 94043 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported outside trash and dumpster fire near North Fair Oaks in Sunnyvale, with multiple callers indicating the fire was behind a convenience store near 4th and Columbia. | N Fair Oaks Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was dispatched to (number withheld) West El Camino Real for a person who collapsed near the pool. Units responded code 3. | W El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA 94087 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$1,640,658
Average Rent
$4,386
Vacancy Rate
9%
Overview
East Murphy is a densely urban neighborhood in Sunnyvale, CA, with a mix of older single-family homes and apartments.
The area has a moderate vacancy rate and a diverse population with a strong executive and professional workforce.
UrbanEstablished HomesDiverse CommunityModerate Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Asian Ancestry | 41.5% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
East Murphy's housing includes older single-family homes and apartments, with a mix of owners and renters and a moderate vacancy rate.
| Mixed Owner and Renter Occupied | Majority mixture |
|---|---|
| Homes Built 1940-1969 | Many |
What buyers will notice right away
Many homes built between 1940 and 1969, offering mature character.
Vacancy rate near the national median.
Families & Lifestyle
East Murphy hosts a diverse, moderately affluent community with a strong professional workforce and low childhood poverty relative to many areas.
Diverse & Established — A culturally rich neighborhood with a significant Asian population and multiple languages spoken.
Professional Workforce — Over half the workforce is in executive, management, or professional roles.
| Executive & Professional Employment | 56.6% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 5.6% |
| Foreign Born | 48.6% |
Demographics
| Executive & Professional Share | 56.6% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Top 6.7% |
| Asian Ancestry | 41.5% |
| Languages Spoken | English, Spanish, Tagalog, Chinese, Languages of India |
| Foreign Born | 48.6% |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes, with a majority driving alone, some carpooling, and a notable train commute share.
East Murphy offers manageable commute times with a high rate of solo driving and some train use.
Short Commutes — Most residents commute 15-30 minutes.
Diverse Commute Modes — Majority drive alone; some carpool and take the train.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 63.9% |
| Carpool Rate | 6.1% |
| Train Commute Rate | 5.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in East Murphy?
The median home price is $1,640,658, more expensive than 85.1% of California neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken in East Murphy?
English, Spanish, Tagalog, Chinese, and Languages of India are commonly spoken.