Question 1

Is 95469 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 95469 in Upper Lake has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Upper Lake city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 95469 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 95469?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 95469 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 95469. 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, 95469 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Upper Lake. 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 95469?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 95469 is approximately $434K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 95469 at a premium relative to the metro median, reflecting the neighborhood's above-average crime and school scores. Median rent in 95469 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 95469 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 95469 has an overall NeighborScore of 73/100, placing it in the moderate range for Upper Lake. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 73/100, 95469 scores similarly to the middle tier of Upper Lake 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.

Upper Lake — ZIP 95469

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Potter Valley Elementary	KG–06	—	—	—
Potter Valley High	09–12	—	—	—
Potter Valley Junior High	07–08	—	—	—