Neighborhood
- Public SchoolsC+
- Crime & SafetyB-
- HousingC
- NightlifeA+
- Good for FamiliesA-
- DiversityA
- JobsC
- WeatherA+
- Cost of LivingD+
- Health & FitnessA+
- Outdoor ActivitiesA
- CommuteA-
Real Estate
Median Home Value
$847,278
National
$184,700Median Rent
$2,045
National
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West Los Angeles Rankings
Niche ranks thousands of neighborhoods based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
B-
Based on violent and property crime rates.
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Residents
Diversity
A
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Median Household Income
$92,472
National
$55,322Children
14%
Top Public Schools Serving West Los Angeles
- A+
High Tech Los Angeles
- Los Angeles Unified School District, CA
- 9-12
- 116 reviews
- A+
Los Angeles Center for Enriched Studies
- Los Angeles Unified School District, CA
- 6-12
- 370 reviews
- A
Downtown Magnets High School
- Los Angeles Unified School District, CA
- 9-12
- 305 reviews
- A
Larchmont Charter School
- Los Angeles Unified School District, CA
- K-12
- 59 reviews
- A
Sherman Oaks Center for Enriched Studies
- Los Angeles Unified School District, CA
- 4-12
- 332 reviews
West Los Angeles Reviews
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Everything was a good distance away. If it wasn’t close, it definitely wasn’t far either. Convenient public transportation to get anywhere. Food, shops, neighborhoods are nice and decent. However, prices are getting higher nowadays which sucks. I live in South Bay now and I miss West LA so much!
I like the diverse environment I experience on a daily basis around my neighborhood, the security around the area is average which there is not that big amount of incidents that can put people in risk that often.
Schools really need to be improved, there are areas where schools are not that well equipped than others; it is important to address this issues being that not every child will receive the same education quality than others.
Sports areas such as gyms or recreational spaces could really create a more positive impact in my area if there would've been more, providing people the resources to exercises or doing positive activities will boost safety even more around my neighborhood. Also it is important to highlight that such spaces improve the lifestyle of every individual that have the access to them, it improves not just on a health perspective, but also, help people to create networks with those around their area, it helps people to be more involved with their neighborhood.
Schools really need to be improved, there are areas where schools are not that well equipped than others; it is important to address this issues being that not every child will receive the same education quality than others.
Sports areas such as gyms or recreational spaces could really create a more positive impact in my area if there would've been more, providing people the resources to exercises or doing positive activities will boost safety even more around my neighborhood. Also it is important to highlight that such spaces improve the lifestyle of every individual that have the access to them, it improves not just on a health perspective, but also, help people to create networks with those around their area, it helps people to be more involved with their neighborhood.
Whats most unique about Los Angeles is that each neighborhood has its own charm and vibe. What I enjoy about living in West Los Angeles having the beach so accessible to you and having cooler weather compared to central LA. What I've noticed about living in West Los Angeles is that it feels most coastal and filled with people who are driven (without having an attitude). Feels more family-friendly yet has a good mixture of young people who are pursuing their dreams. Overall I've enjoyed living here.