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La Jolla
Neighborhood in San Diego, California
Ranking
54
Homes for Sale
$2,632/month
Rental Prices
$2.5M
Median Home Price
About
La Jolla is an affluent, scenic coastal community just 12 miles north of Downtown San Diego. It is home to the prestigious University of California San Diego (UCSD) and Scripps Institution of Oceanography, attracting researchers and academics. Locals enjoy the picturesque La Jolla Cove, Birch Aquarium, and upscale shopping and dining along Prospect Street. Housing ranges from luxury condos to expansive oceanfront estates with easy access to I-5, offering an idyllic lifestyle in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad metro area.
How Safe is La Jolla?
La Jolla is generally considered a safe area, though like any urban neighborhood, some parts may experience occasional property or petty crime.
Violent Crimes
- Homicide2629.7%
- Rape3235.2%
- Robbery81823.4%
- Aggravated Assault4,0157.3%
- Kidnapping/Abduction19921.7%
Property Crimes
- Burglary2,00123.8%
- Larceny-theft6,55156.9%
- Motor Vehicle Theft4,15924.5%
- Arson12210.9%
- Theft From Building8973.4%
Other Offenses
- Simple Assault6,6253.1%
- Stolen Property Offenses4658.8%
- Vandalism5,76512.8%
- Weapon Law Violations81610%
- Drug/Narcotic Violations4,45111.9%
Disclaimer:
Crime data on this platform is provided for informational purposes only and is not official government crime statistics. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer (CDE) and other law‑enforcement reporting systems, and may be incomplete, delayed, or inconsistent due to voluntary participation, reporting practices, and differences in standards (including SRS vs NIBRS). This platform is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the FBI or any government agency.
Neighborhood‑level statistics are mapped using reporting‑agency jurisdictions and/or available geographic references and may not match physical neighborhood boundaries. Metrics such as “Smart Year‑over‑Year (YoY) change” and “Data Quality Scores” are derived estimates provided for context and are not official government measures.
Recent periods (including 2024–2025 and any year‑to‑date figures) may rely on preliminary reports that can change as agencies update their records. We make no representations or warranties as to the completeness, reliability, accuracy, or timeliness of this information, and it may contain errors or omissions. Use of this information is at your own risk and it should not be used as the sole basis for safety, housing, insurance, lending, or other financial decisions. This platform does not provide emergency services; in an emergency, call 911.
La Jolla Demographics
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Demographics
Economics
Housing
Population
39,284
Median Age
44.9 Years
Avg Household Size
2.2 People
Post-Grad Rate (25+)
75.5%
Male to Female Ratio
👨🏻50.6% 👩🏻49.3%
Disclaimer
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Neighborhood-level statistics are aggregated from Census geographies (block groups, tracts) and may not match physical boundaries. Derived metrics (e.g., trends) and AI-generated summaries provide context but may be inaccurate.
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