Question 1

Is 92618 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 92618 in Irvine has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Irvine city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 92618 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 92618?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 92618 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 92618. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 92618 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Irvine. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 92618?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 92618 is approximately $1.60M, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 92618 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 92618 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 92618 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 92618 has an overall NeighborScore of 62/100, placing it in the moderate range for Irvine. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 62/100, 92618 scores similarly to the middle tier of Irvine neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Irvine — ZIP 92618

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Excel Academy Charter	KG–12	—	—	—
Excel Academy Charter	KG–12	—	—	—
Oak Creek Elementary	KG–06	—	—	—
Portola Springs Elementary	KG–06	—	—	—
Portola High	09–12	—	—	—
Beacon Park	KG–08	—	—	—
Cadence Park	KG–08	—	—	—
Loma Ridge Elementary	KG–06	—	—	—
Solis Park	KG–08	—	—	—