90026 Safety Report
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Summary
90026 has a moderate overall safety rating, with somewhat elevated crime compared to 103 similar areas. The area has a median home value of $889K (-3.6% vs area average), median household income of $87K (-9.2% vs area average), population density of 15,339 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 93.47% (+3.0% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for 90026
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, 90026 in Los Angeles, CA receives a moderate overall safety rating. This means crime rates here are somewhat higher than what's typical for the city. This zip was compared against 103 similar locations in the region. Each safety category below provides detailed crime statistics, temporal patterns, and comparative rankings to help you understand the specific safety profile of this zip in Los Angeles, CA.
Walking Safety
This area has walking safety related crime rates typical for zips in the region. This area ranks #69 out of 103 zips analyzed.
1,499
Total Incidents
71.4
Monthly Average
#69 / 103
Safety Rank
Safe
Safety Level
Data Sources
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in 90026 show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the late night hours, with the highest concentration at 23:00 (108 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the morning, particularly around 6:00 when incident rates drop to 17. Understanding these hourly crime patterns in Los Angeles, CA can help residents and visitors make informed decisions about when to travel through the area.
Monthly Trend
Monthly crime data for 90026 reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2023-09 with 114 incidents, while 2024-07 saw the lowest activity at 10 incidents. On average, this zip in Los Angeles experiences approximately 71 incidents per month. The data shows a decreasing trend, with incident rates declining by approximately 53% over the analyzed period. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in CA neighborhoods like 90026 tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in 90026 is Vandalism | Vandalism - Felony ($400 & Over, All Church Vandalisms), accounting for 23.7% of all incidents (356 cases). This is followed by Assault | Battery - Simple Assault at 23.3% (349 cases). The top three categories combined represent 61% of all crime in this area. Understanding the specific types of crimes that occur most frequently in Los Angeles, CA helps residents assess relevant safety concerns for their neighborhood.
Demographics & Housing
Population Density
15,338.5
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #29 of 103 zips
+25.4% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
93.5%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #36 of 102 zips
+3.0% vs area average
Median Home Value
$888,942.75
average estimate
Ranks #41 of 100 zips
-3.6% vs area average
Median Household Income
$87,238.02
average estimate
Ranks #53 of 99 zips
-9.2% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this zip. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.