Wimbledon, Walnut Creek, CA
At a glance
Wimbledon is ranked #26 of 30 neighborhoods in Walnut Creek with an overall score of 3.3/5. Its standout factors are schools (4.2/5, 26th of 30 in Walnut Creek) and curb appeal (3.8/5), at a median home price of $1.62M, which Houseberry currently rates as overvalued by about $20,000. The trade-offs are nearby merchants (2.5/5) and safety (2.7/5).
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Wimbledon is a pocket of larger homes in northeast Walnut Creek, the kind of neighborhood where five-bedroom houses on generous lots are the norm rather than the exception. It sits within reach of the area's recreation and retail, with the Sports Park, trails, Whole Foods, and a couple of local breweries close at hand, and Bancroft Elementary serving the immediate streets. The draw here is space. Buyers who want square footage and a real yard without climbing into the hills tend to find more of it in this part of town, and the homes have room to grow into. It's a comfortable, settled area with easy access to the things people actually use. The honest tradeoff is that this stretch of northeast Walnut Creek runs a busier safety profile than the city's southern pockets, and you'll drive for most errands beyond the nearby retail node. For buyers prioritizing a larger home and lot over walkability or the calmest streets, Wimbledon offers a lot of house for the setting.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants2.5
Public Spaces3.6
Curb Appeal3.8
Overall Amenities score: 3.5
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bancroft Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Foothill Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Northgate High | High | 9-12 |
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Wimbledon FAQs10 answers
Is Wimbledon a good place to live?
Wimbledon ranks 26th of 30 neighborhoods in Walnut Creek with an overall Houseberry score of 3.3 out of 5. Its strongest factors are schools (4.2/5) and curb appeal (3.8/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (2.5/5) and safety (2.7/5).
Is Wimbledon safe?
Wimbledon, Walnut Creek scores 2.7 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 24th of 30 neighborhoods in Walnut Creek.
What do homes in Wimbledon cost?
The median home price in Wimbledon, Walnut Creek is $1.62M, compared with $1.53M for Walnut Creek as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it overvalued by about $20,000 against comparable neighborhoods.
Are home prices in Wimbledon rising or falling?
The median home price in Wimbledon, Walnut Creek is down about 0.8% over the past 12 months, from $1.64M to $1.62M. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Wimbledon?
Schools serving Wimbledon, Walnut Creek include Bancroft Elementary (3.5/5), Foothill Middle (4.1/5) and Northgate High (4.8/5).
What is the weather like in Wimbledon?
Wimbledon, Walnut Creek receives 81% of its possible sunshine, 15th of 30 in Walnut Creek. Summer days run 56° to 84°F and winter days 41° to 58°F, July is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 19 inches a year.
Is Wimbledon walkable to shops and restaurants?
Wimbledon, Walnut Creek scores 2.5 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.6 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.5 out of 5, 10th of 30 in Walnut Creek.
What is Wimbledon known for?
Wimbledon, Walnut Creek is associated with Larger Homes, Generous Lots and Sports Park. Its highest-scoring factor is schools (4.2/5).
How does Wimbledon compare to other Walnut Creek neighborhoods?
Wimbledon ranks 26th of 30 neighborhoods in Walnut Creek. It ranks 26th of 30 in Walnut Creek for schools (4.2/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (2.5/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Walnut Creek are Diablo Shadows and Rudgear Estates.
What are the downsides of living in Wimbledon?
Wimbledon, Walnut Creek scores lowest on nearby merchants (2.5/5) and safety (2.7/5).
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