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Sylvan-Highlands/Southwest Hills Safety Report

NEIGHBORHOOD • PORTLAND, OR
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Summary

Sylvan-Highlands/Southwest Hills has a moderate overall safety rating, with somewhat elevated crime compared to 112 similar areas. The area has a median home value of $943K (+76.7% vs area average), median household income of $213K (+93.7% vs area average), population density of 1,623 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 95.09% (+1.2% vs area average).

Crime & Safety Analysis

Safety Overview for Sylvan-Highlands/Southwest Hills

Based on comprehensive analysis of 4 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, Sylvan-Highlands/Southwest Hills in Portland, OR receives a moderate overall safety rating. This means crime rates here are somewhat higher than what's typical for the city. This neighborhood was compared against 112 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 neighborhood in Portland, OR.

Walking Safety

Very Safe

The crime density is 100% lower than the median for neighborhoods in the region. This area ranks #1 out of 112 neighborhoods analyzed.

0

Total Incidents

0.0

Monthly Average

#1 / 112

Safety Rank

Very Safe

Safety Level

Time of Day Pattern

Crime incidents in Sylvan-Highlands/Southwest Hills show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the late night hours, with the highest concentration at 0:00 (0 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the late night, particularly around 23:00 when incident rates drop to 0. Understanding these hourly crime patterns in Portland, OR can help residents and visitors make informed decisions about when to travel through the area.

Demographics & Housing

Population Density

1,623

people per sq mi (average)

Ranks #104 of 112 neighborhoods

-75.3% vs area average

Occupancy Rate

95.1%

estimated units occupied

Ranks #46 of 112 neighborhoods

+1.2% vs area average

Median Home Value

$943,100

average estimate

Ranks #2 of 112 neighborhoods

+76.7% vs area average

Median Household Income

$212,768

average estimate

Ranks #2 of 112 neighborhoods

+93.7% vs area average

Age Distribution

0-1719.3%
Children & Teens11th highest
18-245.2%
Young Adults104th highest
25-347.9%
Young Professionals100th highest
35-4411.7%
Mid-Career Adults109th highest
45-5422.5%
Mature Adults3rd highest
55-6414.5%
Pre-Retirement26th highest
65+19.0%
Seniors26th highest

Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this neighborhood. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.

Data Sources

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