Thousand Oaks, CA
Is Potrero Valley a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe87
Medium188
Low305
Other433
56 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape12
Child involved45
Assault5
Other2
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, dispatch reports a possible reckless driver in a silver SUV near Lynn Road and South Wendy Drive in Thousand Oaks, reportedly stopping in front of other vehicles while heading northbound. | Lynn Rd & S Wendy Dr, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a possible battery-related dispute between neighbors near Via Bella in Thousand Oaks. The reporting party and a male neighbor were reportedly arguing, and the deputy could hear the other person in the background. Dispatch clarified that the reporting party was at a nearby address on the same street. | Via Bella, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies respond to a juvenile problem near a hotel on Newbury Road, where a runaway juvenile reportedly left a vehicle and ran onto the property. A unit later reports being with the juvenile on the southwest corner of the location. | Newbury Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 | Missing Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to check on a man in his late 30s walking eastbound in the middle of the street near East Hillcrest Drive and Hodencamp Road. The man is possibly under the influence and no weapons are reported. | E Hillcrest Dr & Hodencamp Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received reports of a disturbance at a movie theater complex near West Hillcrest Drive in Thousand Oaks. A group of four to five male juveniles wearing black masks and riding e-bikes reportedly struck a security vehicle and argued with security guards in front of the theater near a nearby restaurant. They later apparently fled westbound through the parking lot, and officers did not pursue them. | W Hillcrest Dr, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible vehicle stop near (number withheld) Oaks Boulevard and the Rancho Conejo area. Dispatch and a unit appear to be confirming the vehicle information and cross streets after a broken transmission. | Conejo Blvd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies respond to a report of an elderly man found in traffic near Erbes Road and Flores Street. A caller driving a silver Lexus picked him up and brought him to a location near North Moorpark Road in Thousand Oaks for a welfare check. The man, described as an older male, may be connected to a prior call, and there is reportedly no apparent evidence of a crime. | N Moorpark Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 | Missing Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a disabled vehicle near Wilbur Road and Hillcrest Drive in Thousand Oaks. | W Wilbur Rd & W Hillcrest Dr, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies were directed to investigate a possible suspicious person in the parking lot of a HomeGoods store on North Moorpark Road. A unit was asked to move to the back of the lot and return on scene for the subject. | N Moorpark Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are conducting a Code 6 investigative stop involving a male subject in the HomeGoods parking lot area in Thousand Oaks. The contact is related to a vehicle plate return and a prior law enforcement entry for the person. | N Moorpark Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 | Suspicious Activity |
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Median Home Price
$1,198,063
Average Rent
$5,076
Vacancy Rate
3.4%
Overview
Potrero Valley is a suburban neighborhood in Thousand Oaks, CA, dominated by detached single-family homes mostly built between 1970 and 1999.
The neighborhood has a low vacancy rate of 3.4%, a high share of large homes, and is recognized for its family-friendly environment and executive residents.
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Quick Facts
| Detached Single-Family Homes | Dominant |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Potrero Valley's housing stock is overwhelmingly detached single-family homes, with a high share of large homes and mostly built between 1970 and 1999.
| Owner Occupied Rate | High |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Detached single-family homes |
| Built 1970-1999 | Majority |
What buyers will notice right away
Nearly all housing consists of detached single-family homes.
More large homes than 95.4% of U.S. neighborhoods.
Families & Lifestyle
Potrero Valley is highly family-friendly with top schools, low child poverty, and a strong executive presence.
Low child poverty supports family stability.
High executive presence suggests a professional community.
Family Friendly — Top public schools and community amenities support families with children.
Executive & Urban Sophisticates — Popular among highly educated professionals and active retirees.
| Child Poverty Rate | 2.1% |
|---|---|
| Executive Occupation Share | 55.1% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 55.1% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 2.1% |
| English Speaking Households | 84.6% |
| Spanish and Tagalog | Significant minorities |
| Top Ancestries | English (15.1%), German (14.4%), Irish (9.6%), Italian (8.3%), Mexican (7.7%) |
| Foreign Born Residents | 12.5% |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes, with a majority driving alone to work.
Potrero Valley offers convenient commutes with a majority driving alone and many traveling 15 to 30 minutes.
Short Commutes — Over half of residents commute 15 to 30 minutes.
Car Ownership — High drive-alone rate reflects suburban car dependency.
| Commute 15-30 Minutes | 50.9% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 79.7% |
Homes for sale near 91320
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Potrero Valley?
The median home price is $1,198,063, higher than 71.1% of California neighborhoods.
How family-friendly is Potrero Valley?
It ranks more family-friendly than 95.5% of California neighborhoods with top schools and low child poverty.