Safest Neighborhoods in Spring Valley, CA

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Spring Valley's highest safety score is 4.3 out of 5, in Spring Valley. 1 ranked Spring Valley neighborhood score 4 out of 5 or higher for safety.

Houseberry scores 1 Spring Valley neighborhood on schools, safety, amenities, price, value and appreciation. Across the five nearest cities the average safety score is 4.1 out of 5, against 4.3 in Spring Valley.

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Spring Valley, Spring Valley, CA

Overall Score : 3.2/5
SCHOOL2.7/5
SAFETY4.3/5
AMENITIES2.7/5
PRICE$762,000
APPRECIATION-0.50 %
VALUE$23kUndervalued

Keywords: Dictionary Hill, Hillside Views, Lamar County Park

Dictionary Hill rises above Spring Valley, an unincorporated East County community bordered by Lemon Grove and Casa de Oro, and its slopes set the tone for much of the area, with winding roads and steep grades that pay off in wide views. Away from the hill, the streets around Bancroft Drive and Troy Street settle into ordinary suburban blocks. ... See Full Page

Scores updated November 2026

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Spring Valley safety: your questions, answered

What are the safest neighborhoods in Spring Valley?

Spring Valley has the highest safety score in Spring Valley, at 4.3 out of 5.

Is Spring Valley safe?

Houseberry scores Spring Valley's 1 ranked neighborhood from 4.3 to 4.3 out of 5 for safety. 1 Spring Valley neighborhood score 4.0 out of 5 or higher for safety, led by Spring Valley.

What do homes cost in Spring Valley's top safety-rated neighborhoods?

Spring Valley, which has the highest safety score in Spring Valley with a price on record, has a typical home price of $762,000.

How does Spring Valley compare with nearby cities for safety?

Spring Valley neighborhoods average 4.3 out of 5 for safety. The nearest cities average Casa de Oro-Mount Helix 4.3, La Presa 4.3, Rancho San Diego 4.4, Lemon Grove 3.6 and La Mesa 4.0.

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Casa de Oro-Mount Helix · La Presa · Rancho San Diego · Lemon Grove · La Mesa