Westwood, Los Angeles, CA
Westwood at a Glance
Westwood is ranked #8 of 104 neighborhoods in Los Angeles with an overall score of 4.0/5. Its standout factors are nearby merchants (4.3/5) and safety (4.1/5, 9th of 104 in Los Angeles). No factor scores below 3.7/5, its weakest being schools.
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Westwood Amenities
Near good merchants4.3
Public Spaces-
Curb Appeal-
Overall Amenities score: 0.9 (1)
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Schools Serving Westwood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairburn Avenue Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Nora Sterry Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Warner Avenue Elementary | Primary | K-5 |
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Houseberry School Score Data
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Is Westwood a good place to live?
Westwood ranks 8th of 104 neighborhoods in Los Angeles with an overall Houseberry score of 4.0 out of 5. Its strongest factors are nearby merchants (4.3/5) and safety (4.1/5).
Is Westwood safe?
Westwood, Los Angeles scores 4.1 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 9th of 104 neighborhoods in Los Angeles.
Which schools serve Westwood?
Schools serving Westwood, Los Angeles include Fairburn Avenue Elementary (4.8/5), Nora Sterry Elementary (2.1/5) and Warner Avenue Elementary (5.0/5).
What is the weather like in Westwood?
Westwood, Los Angeles receives 81% of its possible sunshine, 41st of 98 in Los Angeles. Summer days run 62° to 76°F and winter days 49° to 67°F, August is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 17 inches a year.
Is Westwood walkable to shops and restaurants?
Westwood, Los Angeles scores 4.3 out of 5 for nearby merchants. Its overall amenities score is 0.9 out of 5, 23rd of 104 in Los Angeles.
What is Westwood known for?
Westwood, Los Angeles scores highest on nearby merchants (4.3/5) and safety (4.1/5).
How does Westwood compare to other Los Angeles neighborhoods?
Westwood ranks 8th of 104 neighborhoods in Los Angeles. It ranks 9th of 104 in Los Angeles for safety (4.1/5) and scores lowest on schools (3.7/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in Los Angeles are Beverlywood and Cheviot Hills.
What are the downsides of living in Westwood?
Westwood, Los Angeles scores lowest on schools (3.7/5).
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