Hutch Haven, Mountain View

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Hutch Haven is a quiet, highly walkable residential enclave in Mountain View known for its serene suburban atmosphere and lack of industrial encroachment. Residents benefit from excellent health insurance coverage and a peaceful acoustic environment, though the area offers limited local social and leisure options.

Key Highlights

Balanced PrivacyHighly WalkableUpscale and SpaciousPet Friendly SpacesSemi-rural feelQuiet and Car-DependentQuiet and PeacefulModerate Air QualityPurely ResidentialHigh Insurance CoverageStrongly LiberalAge-Diverse CommunityModerate Flood Risk
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About Hutch Haven

Hutch Haven is a primarily residential neighborhood characterized by its quiet, suburban streets and well-maintained green spaces. It maintains a high level of visual appeal and provides a calm living environment with minimal noise pollution. The area is notable for its complete lack of industrial proximity, which contributes to its status as a secluded pocket within the broader Mountain View landscape.

While the neighborhood excels in walkability and access to high-quality healthcare, it is less suited for those seeking a vibrant nightlife or extensive commercial amenities. The area is best for residents prioritizing tranquility and proximity to top-tier high school education, as it falls within the highly-regarded Mountain View-Los Altos Union School District. Potential residents should be aware of the limited local social scene and the necessity of relying on surrounding areas for more diverse leisure activities.

Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities

Privacy Index
Score: 6 out of 10

Residential spacing provides a moderate level of separation between neighbors, offering more seclusion than the typical Mountain View neighborhood according to iHuus data.

Ranked #1 in Mountain View →
Walkability
Score: 10 out of 10

Pedestrian infrastructure is exceptional, featuring wide sidewalks on both sides of the street and frequent crossings. This area offers superior ease of movement on foot compared to the Mountain View average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #1 in Mountain View →
Visual Appeal
Score: 8 out of 10

Large residences and premium amenities characterize this area, which offers a more polished aesthetic than the Mountain View average according to iHuus data.

Ranked #1 in Mountain View →
Dog Friendliness
Score: 8.8 out of 10

Abundant large parks, trails, and open spaces are readily accessible for pet owners. This availability of outdoor space is significantly higher than the Mountain View average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #1 in Mountain View →
Urban-Rural Index
Score: 6.5 out of 10

Open land and scattered homes among fields or woodland characterize the area. This landscape is very similar to the broader Mountain View area according to iHuus data.

Ranked #1 in Mountain View →
Neighborhood Vibe
Score: 3.5 out of 10

Suburban streets and green spaces provide a serene environment, but limited business density makes the area more car-oriented than the Mountain View average. According to iHuus data, while some dining options are available, most daily needs require a vehicle.

Ranked #13 in Mountain View →
Acoustic Comfort
Score: 6.6 out of 10

Acoustic levels are notably lower than the Mountain View average, characterized by infrequent traffic and distant train sounds. According to iHuus data, the area remains largely undisturbed by significant noise pollution.

Ranked #2 in Mountain View →
Air Quality
Score: 6 out of 10

Air quality in this area fluctuates between acceptable and unhealthy levels. According to iHuus data, these conditions are roughly in line with the average found across Mountain View.

Ranked #2 in Mountain View →
Industrial Proximity
Score: 10 out of 10

Industrial activity is nonexistent in this area, offering a landscape composed entirely of residential streets and open green spaces. According to iHuus data, this absence of warehouses and manufacturing facilities is significantly higher than the Mountain View average.

Ranked #1 in Mountain View →
Health Insurance Coverage
Score: 10 out of 10

Health insurance access is exceptionally high among residents, sitting well above the Mountain View average according to iHuus data.

Ranked #1 in Mountain View →
Ideological Lean
Score: 9.7 out of 10

Voting patterns and census indicators reflect a very liberal political leaning, which is consistent with the broader Mountain View area.

Ranked #17 in Mountain View →
Population Age Profile
Score: 5.3 out of 10

Residents experience a balanced demographic mix of young professionals, families, and seniors. This distribution is slightly more varied than the average seen across Mountain View, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #1 in Mountain View →
Flood Safety
Score: 7.1 out of 10

Residual flood risk exists within this area due to its location in a 500-year floodplain, though safety levels remain significantly higher than the Mountain View average according to iHuus data.

Ranked #3 in Mountain View →

Address-Level Insights for Hutch Haven

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Walkabilityavg 9.25
Score: 10 out of 10
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Acoustic Comfortavg 3.27
Score: 6.6 out of 10
Score: 6.4 out of 10
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Privacy Indexavg 5.11
Score: 6 out of 10
Score: 6 out of 10
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Visual Appealavg 6.67
Score: 8 out of 10
Score: 8 out of 10
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Dog Friendlinessavg 6.99
Score: 8.8 out of 10
Score: 5.6 out of 10
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Urban-Rural Indexavg 6.59
Score: 6.5 out of 10
Score: 6.5 out of 10
Neighborhood Vibeavg 4.37
Score: 3.5 out of 10
Score: 2.8 out of 10
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Health Insurance Coverageavg 8.96
Score: 10 out of 10
Score: 9.3 out of 10
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Air Qualityavg 6.1
Score: 6 out of 10
Score: 6.8 out of 10
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Industrial Proximityavg 6.34
Score: 10 out of 10
Score: 10 out of 10
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Flood Safetyavg 4.11
Score: 7.1 out of 10
Score: 1.4 out of 10
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Ideological Leanavg 9.81
Score: 9.7 out of 10
Score: 9.8 out of 10
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Population Age Profileavg 4.83
Score: 5.3 out of 10
Score: 5.3 out of 10
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Fire Safety
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School Quality
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School Insights for Hutch Haven

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hutch Haven a walkable neighborhood?
Yes, the neighborhood is highly walkable, allowing residents to easily navigate local streets and access nearby green spaces on foot.
What school district serves Hutch Haven?
The neighborhood is served by the Mountain View-Los Altos Union School District for high school and the Mountain View Whisman Elementary School District for grades K-8.
Is the neighborhood noisy?
No, the area maintains a peaceful acoustic environment with low noise levels, making it a quiet place to live.
Are there many businesses in Hutch Haven?
The area is primarily residential with limited social and leisure businesses, meaning residents often travel to nearby neighborhoods for a wider variety of dining and entertainment options.