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San Fernando Area Facts

  • San Fernando has a Livability Score of 61/100, which is considered average
  • San Fernando crime rates are 12% lower than the California average
  • Cost of living in San Fernando is 6% higher than the California average
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Trash, Rampant Petty Lawlessness, Stray Animals and Hit-and-Run Accidents Galore User Rating 1 rating By Anonymous ( Oct 20, 2019) LONG ANSWER:
San Fernando, California is nowhere (and I do mean NOWHERE) near the ocean. The closest beach is 45-90 minutes away, depending on traffic. Trash on the street is fairly common, especially in less incorporated areas where illegal dumping of old furniture/appliances i
...Read More s a HUGE problem. There's a county run hospital in Sylmar (less than 5 miles away), so the homeless population/encampments is significant. Dining establishments (actual restaurants) are limited and lack diversity; except for a Dennys, an IHOP and a couple other establishments most restaurants serve only Mexican food. Fast food is well represented (McDonald's, Burger King, Subway, Domino's, El Pollo Loco, Taco Bell, KFC and amazingly an In 'N Out). But, if you're worried about the lack of dining options, don't be. There’s an unlicensed street/food vendor selling Mexican food, that has never been inspected by the health department, on every other corner. Except for a Home Depot, Costco, Lowe's, Office Depot, Smart & Final, Vallarta and a Best Buy, almost all shopping is done at various discount stores (DD's Discounts, Payless Shoes, Dollar Tree, Big Lots). Entertainment/nightlife is virtually non-existent; there are a couple VERY small bars that cater exclusively to Hispanic customers. The nearest movie theater is 15-25 minutes away; depending on traffic. Housing is expensive: Read Less
Sunny San Fernando User Rating 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 10, 2018) San Fernando, California is always beautiful year round with gorgeous sun and lovely beach areas. It is an awesome place to go out and explore, shop, and have fun with your family and friends! There are hundreds of places to visit for entertainment, dozens of options for public t ...Read More ransit, great parks for children and so much more! My time in San Fernando, California was amazing with non-stop entertainment and fun outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and zip lining! You can never get enough fun in this area with so much to do!
Housing in this city can be quite a problem with lots of high prices for rent and for ultimately buying a home all together. Although there are beautiful homes in California, affordability can be a big problem along with employment and job openings. Jobs can be low in the area and can cause a stir when wanting to build a life here in San Fernando. Crime and the cost of living are very high in this area which make graduation rates really low. Read Less
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      A Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in San Fernando? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Daycare Playground
      Layne Park
      Pioneer Park
      Glenoaks Park
      El Paseo de San Fernando
      San Fernando Recreation Park
      Rudy Ortega Memorial Park
      César Estrada Chávez Memorial Park

      Entertainment

      Mission Workshops
      Museum
      Nethercutt Museum
      Discovery Cube Science Center
      Auditorium

      Food & Drink

      Pops Artisanal Creamery
      Tommy's Famous Drive-Thru
      Lotus Bakery
      Subway
      El Pollo Loco
      Menchie's
      H Salt Fish & Chips
      Domino's

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in San Fernando? Of all people who commute, 4.0% take public transportation in San Fernando.
      Drive to Work
      77%

      1% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      4%

      1% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      2%

      1% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is San Fernando a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      CVS Pharmacy

      Doctors