90042 Safety Report
ZIP • LOS ANGELES, CASummary
90042 has a very safe overall safety rating, safer than most of the 103 comparable areas. The area has a median home value of $706K (-23.4% vs area average), median household income of $99K (+2.8% vs area average), population density of 12,610 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 95.23% (+4.9% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for 90042
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, 90042 in Los Angeles, CA receives a very safe overall safety rating. This means crime rates here are notably lower 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 #47 out of 103 zips analyzed.
686
Total Incidents
57.2
Monthly Average
#47 / 103
Safety Rank
Safe
Safety Level
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in 90042 show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the evening hours, with the highest concentration at 19:00 (51 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the morning, particularly around 5:00 when incident rates drop to 10. 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 90042 reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2024-11 with 0 incidents, while 2025-10 saw the lowest activity at 0 incidents. On average, this zip in Los Angeles experiences approximately 0 incidents per month. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in CA neighborhoods like 90042 tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in 90042 is Vandalism | Vandalism - Felony ($400 & Over, All Church Vandalisms), accounting for 24.1% of all incidents (165 cases). This is followed by Assault | Battery - Simple Assault at 21.1% (145 cases). The top three categories combined represent 58% 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
12,609.99
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #41 of 103 zips
+3.1% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
95.2%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #20 of 102 zips
+4.9% vs area average
Median Home Value
$705,998.91
average estimate
Ranks #61 of 100 zips
-23.4% vs area average
Median Household Income
$98,689.42
average estimate
Ranks #43 of 99 zips
+2.8% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this zip. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.