Fernwood / Sylvia Park, CA
Is Fernwood / Sylvia Park a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe111
Medium103
Low151
Other238
27 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape6
Child involved17
Assault2
Other5
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, radio traffic reports unknown female and male (male carrying a small child) seen near a residence on/near Clarendon St; a dark Jeep was reported parked in the driveway. Units advised to monitor for additional information. | Clarendon St, Woodland Hills, CA 91367 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports an unknown person with light hair carrying a small child on Clarendon Street in Los Angeles. The person is described as wearing a gray shirt and shorts, with a dark Jeep reportedly parked in a driveway nearby. | Clarendon St, Los Angeles, CA | Missing Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to a reported family dispute and possible restraining order violation near the (number withheld) block of Hill Boulevard in Calabasas. | Hill Rd, Calabasas, CA 91302 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a reported burglary on San Feliciano Drive. One responding unit was canceled and another unit was assigned to handle the call. | San Feliciano Dr, Woodland Hills, CA 91364 | Other Incidents |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported burglary that had just occurred at a residence on San Feliciano Drive. A male suspect was described as about 5 feet 9 inches tall and wearing a hooded sweatshirt. One responding unit was later canceled while another unit was assigned to handle the call. | San Feliciano Dr, Woodland Hills, CA 91364 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a possible incident near Mulholland Highway in Calabasas. One engine was later reported available and another was canceled from the call. | Mulholland Hwy, Calabasas, CA 91302 | Other Non-Crime Event |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency call was reported at Mulholland Highway involving two fire engines. One fire engine was later canceled from the response. | Mulholland Hwy, Calabasas, CA 91302 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a sick person ALS call was reported near Mulholland Highway close to Dry Canyon Cold Creek Road. | Mulholland Hwy, Calabasas, CA 91302 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are responding to a reported sick person near Mulholland Highway and Dry Canyon Cold Creek Road in Calabasas. | Mulholland Hwy, Calabasas, CA 91302 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible traffic incident involving two vehicles at a gas station near Calabasas Road and Parkway Calabasas, across from a fire station. One fire response was canceled and an ambulance was requested to respond to the gas station. | Mulholland Hwy, Calabasas, CA 91302 | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$2,245,621
Work From Home Rate
46.1%
Vacancy Rate
14.4%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Fernwood / Sylvia Park is a rural neighborhood in Topanga, California, with a median home price of $2,245,621 and an average rent of $5,719, both well above state averages.
The housing stock includes mostly older single-family homes and townhomes built between 1940 and 1999, with a high owner-occupancy rate and a 14.4% vacancy rate.
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Quick Facts
| Executive Occupation Share | 74.1% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Fernwood / Sylvia Park features mostly medium to small single-family homes and townhomes, primarily owner-occupied and built between 1940 and 1999.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Most homes owner occupied |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Medium to small single-family homes and townhomes |
| Housing Age | Many built 1940-1969, some 1970-1999 |
| Vacancy Rate | 14.4% |
What buyers will notice right away
Older homes provide character and stability.
Higher vacancy may indicate some unoccupied or new housing.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood is highly attractive to retirees, urban sophisticates, and families, with very low child poverty and a peaceful environment.
High executive and professional workforce supports a vibrant community.
Remote work prevalence reflects a modern, flexible lifestyle.
Retiree-Friendly — Peaceful and safe environment favored by educated seniors.
Urban Sophisticates & Families — Appeals to professionals and families valuing education and community.
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Work From Home Rate | 46.1% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 74.1% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Top 15% in US |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 20.0% |
| Top Languages | ["English (77.8%)","Spanish","German/Yiddish (3.9%)"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["German (22.2%)","Asian (6.5%)","English (5.8%)","Russian (5.3%)","Swedish (4.4%)","Eastern European (3.7%)","British (3.6%)"] |
Commute
Many residents work from home, with the largest commuting group traveling 45 to 60 minutes by car, often carpooling.
High remote work rate and longer commutes reflect a flexible and executive workforce.
Remote Work — Nearly half the residents work from home, a rare and modern pattern.
Car Usage — Carpooling and driving alone remain common for those commuting.
| Work From Home Rate | 46.1% |
|---|---|
| Main Commute Time | 45-60 minutes |
| Drive Alone Rate | 39.7% |
| Carpool Rate | 12.2% |
Homes for sale near 90290
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Fernwood / Sylvia Park?
The median home price is $2,245,621, higher than 93.5% of California neighborhoods.
How common is working from home here?
46.1% of residents work from home, higher than 99.7% of US neighborhoods.