Tustin Ranch, Tustin, CA
Is Tustin Ranch a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Tustin, CA - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
Most buyers only see the home. Smart buyers check the neighborhood first.
Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe150
Medium72
Low190
Other1110
111 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape22
Child involved82
Assault14
Other11
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, patients originally headed to St. Joe's hospital were redirected to OC Global due to outages at St. Joe's and DCI, near N Tustin Ave. | N Tustin Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are responding to a reported odor of gas outside a building near South Hickory Street in Santa Ana. | S Hickory St, Santa Ana, CA 92707 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid was dispatched near East Roberto Drive and South Florida Drive. The response was upgraded to Bravo level involving Orange Engine Four and Orange Ambulance One. | E Roberta Dr, Orange, CA 92869 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a report of a blue Chevrolet pickup driving recklessly and swerving in lanes northbound on SR 133 near Barranca Parkway. The reported license plate was checked and appeared to return clear or not on file. | Barranca Pkwy, Irvine, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are responding to a reported unconscious person with possible physical or altered alertness near the trash area at a Circle K location. | Irvine Blvd, Irvine, CA 92620 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, truck 43 is dispatched for a possible hydrant shutoff request at a residential unit near Market View in Irvine. | Marketview, Irvine, CA 92602 | Other Non-Crime Event |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are responding to a reported unconscious patient at a residence in an Irvine neighborhood, with a high-priority medical response requested. | Racing Wind, Irvine, CA 92614 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were initially dispatched to an automatic fire alarm at a residential building near Novel in Irvine, but the engine was canceled and a truck company continued the response. | Novel, Irvine, CA 92618 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch audio indicates an automatic alarm reported at Novel House near Novel in Irvine. One fire truck was assigned after a previous engine was canceled, and units were directed to respond on a specified radio channel. | Novel, Irvine, CA 92618 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid was dispatched to an incident near South Yorba Street at East Fremont Avenue, with an upgraded response level. | S Yorba St, Orange, CA 92869 | Medical Emergency |
For all crime details - View Safety Report
Median Home Price
$997,809
Average Rent
$4,561
Vacancy Rate
1.8%
Nearby neighborhoods
Neighborhood Overview
Tustin Ranch is an urban neighborhood in Tustin, CA, known for its mix of small to medium apartments and townhomes built mostly between 1970 and 1999.
The area features a low vacancy rate of 1.8%, indicating tight housing supply relative to demand.
UrbanEstablished HousingLow Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Executive Lifestyle Rank | Top 12.9% in CA |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Tustin Ranch offers a unique housing mix with a strong presence of attached homes and a majority of residences built in a single era.
| Rowhouse/Attached Homes | 25.0% |
|---|---|
| Homes Built 1970-1999 | 80.0% |
| Owner vs Renter Mix | Mixed ownership and rental |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999, providing a consistent neighborhood character.
A vacancy rate of 1.8% suggests strong demand and limited availability.
Families & Lifestyle
Tustin Ranch attracts a well-educated, executive professional population with diverse cultural backgrounds.
High owner occupancy often points to long-term residential stability.
A strong executive presence supports a stable and affluent community.
Diverse and Educated — Residents include many college graduates and professionals, contributing to a vibrant community.
| College Educated Adults | 73.4% |
|---|---|
| Executive/Professional Occupations | 67.4% |
| Children Below Poverty Line | 2.6% |
Demographics
| College Educated Adults | 73.4% |
|---|---|
| Executive/Professional Share | 67.4% |
| Income Rank | Top 15% in U.S. |
| Asian Ancestry | 40.8% |
| Belgian Ancestry | 0.6% |
| Foreign Born | 30.2% |
| Japanese Speakers | 3.0% |
Commute
Most residents have a relatively short commute and primarily drive alone to work.
Tustin Ranch offers manageable commute times with a high rate of solo driving, reflecting car dependency common in the area.
Short Commutes — Over half of residents commute between 15 and 30 minutes.
Car Usage — Most residents drive alone, indicating reliance on private vehicles.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 78.5% |
Homes for sale near 92782
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical home price in Tustin Ranch?
The median home price is $997,809, which is higher than 57.5% of California neighborhoods.
How diverse is Tustin Ranch?
The neighborhood has a significant Asian population (40.8%) and a notable percentage of foreign-born residents (30.2%).