Is Woodside Hills / Woodside Heights a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Woodside, CA - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
24 Registered Offenders Nearby
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 a possible collision between a black Ford Explorer and a black Ford truck near Woodside Road and Portola Road. Paramedics are being sent, and any injuries are unknown. | Woodside Rd & Portola Rd, Woodside, CA 94062 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units were dispatched to a reported traffic collision at Woodside Road and Portola Road involving a black SUV and a black pickup truck, with injuries unknown and the crash apparently reported by a passerby. | Woodside Rd & Portola Rd, Woodside, CA 94062 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving an infant locked inside a vehicle near Stuart Ave and Green Valley Road. | Valley Rd, Atherton, CA 94027 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call for an 81-year-old male who fell in the driveway near Duggan Road. Fire medics are en route. | Duggan Ct, Redwood City, CA 94062 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving an 82-year-old female with hypertension is reported near Fletcher Drive. Responders are looking for the patient who may be in a silver Ford Fusion vehicle near the scene, possibly at apartment (number withheld). | Fletcher Dr, Atherton, CA 94027 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was requested near Jefferson Avenue for an intoxicated woman who reportedly expressed suicidal thoughts. The caller reported the woman was rambling about money owed to her children. A white Ford Focus and a German Shepherd were noted at the location. | Jefferson Ave, Woodside, CA 94062 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS unit inbound to hospital with a 69-year-old male experiencing severe non-traumatic back pain. Patient refused IV and pain medication. Vital signs reported. ETA 7 to 10 minutes. | Alameda de las Pulgas, Redwood City, CA 94062 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a 60-year-old woman in Redwood City is transported to Sequoia Hospital for chronic multiple sclerosis related leg pain and requests Toradol prescription. Vital signs are stable. | Alameda de las Pulgas, Redwood City, CA 94062 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a parking complaint about a construction vehicle reportedly double-parked in a fire lane near San Juan Avenue in Menlo Park. Only one caller reported the issue and no prior related calls were noted. A request for a fire unit was made, but none was available. | San Juan Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 25 was dispatched with priority 31 to a medical emergency near Runnymede Road at the intersection of Ramondale and Kinada in Woodside. | Runnymede Rd, Woodside, CA 94062 | Medical Emergency |
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Neighborhood Overview
Woodside Hills / Woodside Heights is a rural neighborhood in Woodside, California, known for its large, well-maintained single-family homes and a high owner occupancy rate.
The community is among the wealthiest in the nation, with many residents holding advanced degrees and living a sophisticated urban lifestyle despite the rural setting.
Quick Facts
| Work From Home Rate | 31.2% |
|---|---|
| Rural Neighborhood | Yes |
Housing market and real estate character
Woodside Hills / Woodside Heights features predominantly large, detached single-family homes with high owner occupancy and a notable vacancy rate.
| Owner Occupied Rate | High |
|---|---|
| Detached Single-Family Homes | 97.4% |
| Vacancy Rate | 10.3% |
| Housing Age | Mostly built 1940-1969, with some 1970-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood suits urban sophisticates, families with school-aged children, and active retirees who value culture and education.
| Graduate Degree Holders | 39.9% |
|---|---|
| Urban Sophisticates | More than 98.0% of U.S. neighborhoods |
| Families with Children | Good choice for families with school-aged children |
Demographics
| Advanced Degree Rate | 39.9% |
|---|---|
| Executive/Professional Share | 59.5% |
| Income Rank | Top 0.6% |
| Foreign Born | 15.5% |
| Top Languages | ["English (85.9%)","Spanish","Persian (2.1%)"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["German (18.3%)","English (17.2%)","Irish (9.9%)","Asian (8.3%)","Italian (4.4%)","Iranian (3.8%)","Finnish (1.2%)"] |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes and a significant share work from home, reflecting the neighborhood's affluence and rural setting.
Woodside Hills / Woodside Heights offers a lifestyle with minimal commute stress and high work-from-home rates, typical of affluent and somewhat isolated neighborhoods.
| Work From Home Rate | 31.2% |
|---|---|
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
| Drive Alone Rate | 54.0% |
| Carpool Rate | 7.7% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Woodside Hills / Woodside Heights?
The median home price is $4,608,520, making it one of the most expensive neighborhoods in California and the U.S.
What types of homes are common here?
The neighborhood primarily consists of large, detached single-family homes built mostly between 1940 and 1999.
How common is working from home?
31.2% of residents work from home, a rate higher than 95.5% of U.S. neighborhoods.