Sunnyvale, CA
Is Ponderosa a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe289
Medium172
Low308
Other2387
96 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape20
Child involved73
Assault13
Other8
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, radio traffic describes a crash involving two cars near Stevens Creek and Kiely, with northbound lanes on Kiely apparently blocked while police wait for a tow truck. Transit staff expect the scene to be cleared before a later northbound trip passes the area. | Kiely Blvd & Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose, CA 95051 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports that northbound Kiely Boulevard at Stevens Creek Boulevard in San Jose is shut down due to an apparent overturned vehicle, and bus route 57 is being rerouted around the closure. | Kiely Blvd & Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose, CA 95051 | Road Closure |
| 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, medic 27 is dispatched code 3 to a reported crash where a vehicle has struck a tree near Canyon Oak and Sarah Street in Cupertino. | Canyon Oak Way, Cupertino, CA 95014 | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$3,026,289
Average Rent
$5,299
Vacancy Rate
6%
Overview
Ponderosa is an urban neighborhood in Sunnyvale, CA, with a median home price of $3,026,289 and average rent of $5,299. Housing includes small to medium single-family homes and apartments built mostly between 1970 and 1999.
The neighborhood is wealthy and highly educated, with many residents working from home. It has a diverse population with a strong Asian ancestry presence and a notable foreign-born share.
UrbanWealthyHighly EducatedWork From Home
Quick Facts
| Executive & Professional Workforce | 76.9% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Ponderosa's housing mix includes small to medium single-family homes and apartment complexes, mostly built between 1940 and 1999, with mixed ownership.
| Vacancy Rate | 6.0% |
|---|---|
| Homes Built 1970-1999 | |
| Small to Medium Homes |
What buyers will notice right away
Many homes built between 1940 and 1999, reflecting a mature neighborhood.
Mix of owners and renters across housing types.
Families & Lifestyle
Ponderosa residents are affluent, highly educated, and many work from home, reflecting a professional and curious community.
High education levels support a culture of learning and curiosity.
Significant work-from-home rate offers lifestyle flexibility.
Highly Educated — Over three-quarters hold at least a bachelor's degree.
Work From Home — Nearly one-third avoid commuting by working remotely.
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 76.7% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 12.8% |
Demographics
| Executive, Manager & Professional Share | 76.9% |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 76.7% |
| Child Poverty Rate | 12.8% |
| Income Rank | Top 1.4% |
| Asian Ancestry | 44.8% |
| Armenian Ancestry | 1.4% |
| Chinese Spoken at Home | 16.3% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 41.8% |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes, with many driving alone or working from home.
Ponderosa offers short commutes and a high rate of remote work, supporting a flexible lifestyle.
High Remote Work — Nearly one-third work from home, well above average.
Short Commutes — Most residents commute 15 to 30 minutes, less than average.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 57.6% |
| Carpool Rate | 5.6% |
| Work From Home Rate | 31.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Ponderosa?
The median home price is $3,026,289, higher than 97.7% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What is the education level of residents?
76.7% have at least a bachelor's degree, higher than 96.6% of U.S. neighborhoods.
How many residents work from home?
31.7% work remotely, higher than 95.8% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What is the ethnic composition?
44.8% Asian ancestry with a notable foreign-born population of 41.8%.