Cabrillo, Oxnard
Updated June 22, 2026 · 4,470 residents
Cabrillo is a quiet, highly walkable neighborhood in Oxnard that features a polished aesthetic and proximity to local golf courses. While the area offers clean air and a balanced, diverse age demographic, residents should be aware of elevated flood risks and frequent noise from nearby transit corridors.
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About Cabrillo
Cabrillo presents a semi-rural aesthetic where organized suburban streets transition into expansive agricultural plots. The neighborhood is characterized by its upscale visual appeal, featuring larger homes and well-maintained properties that stand out within the broader Oxnard landscape. Residents benefit from an exceptional pedestrian network, as the area provides continuous sidewalks and clear crossings that make navigating the community on foot highly accessible. Unlike many parts of the city, the neighborhood remains free from industrial facilities, contributing to a landscape dominated by residential and agricultural uses.
Living in the area involves specific trade-offs, particularly regarding environmental and acoustic factors. While air quality remains consistently high, the neighborhood is situated within a designated floodplain, which may require residents to secure flood insurance. The acoustic environment is often impacted by noise from nearby freeway and railroad corridors, which can be a consideration for those seeking a quiet retreat. The area is best suited for individuals or families who value walkability and a polished, suburban environment but are prepared to manage the logistical realities of flood zones and transit-related noise.
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Residential spacing is varied, with some homes featuring moderate buffers and others situated closely together in high density layouts. This level of separation is slightly higher than the average for Oxnard.
Pedestrian access is exceptional due to a continuous sidewalk network and clear crossings on both sides of most streets. This level of connectivity is even higher than the average for Oxnard.
Larger homes and proximity to a golf course contribute to a visual environment that is more polished than the Oxnard average. According to iHuus data, the area features frequent upscale amenities and private pools in several sections.
Accessible green spaces, including a central park and golf course, provide ample room for pets. Wide sidewalk verges and nearby parks offer more walking opportunities than the average Oxnard neighborhood.
Residential streets transition into agricultural fields and open land, offering a landscape that is slightly more semi-rural than the Oxnard average. According to iHuus data, the area features a mix of organized suburban grids and proximity to large agricultural plots.
Low business density and a reliance on vehicles characterize this area, which feels less active than the Oxnard average. Most residents will find the neighborhood primarily composed of quiet, suburban, or industrial landscapes with limited walkable commercial options.
Frequent noise from nearby freeway and railroad corridors defines the local acoustic environment. According to iHuus data, levels of disturbance in Cabrillo are slightly higher than the Oxnard city average.
Air quality remains consistently high with minimal health concerns, matching the city average according to iHuus data.
Residential and agricultural uses dominate the landscape, offering a notable absence of warehouses or heavy machinery compared to the Oxnard average. According to iHuus data, the area remains free from industrial facilities and hazardous sites.
Health insurance access in Cabrillo is slightly higher than the Oxnard average. According to iHuus data, a portion of the population remains uninsured.
Voting patterns and census indicators show a strong liberal leaning that is slightly more pronounced than the Oxnard city average.
A balanced variety of age groups resides here, representing a slightly more even distribution of young adults, families, and seniors than seen in much of Oxnard. According to iHuus data, the community lacks a single dominant age demographic.
Properties in this area are located within a designated floodplain, which may necessitate flood insurance. This level of risk is higher than the average for Oxnard, according to iHuus data.
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| Dimension | Cabrillo | Bartolo Square North |
|---|---|---|
| 🚶 Walkabilityavg 9.13 | ||
| 🔊 Acoustic Comfortavg 2.93 | ||
| 🤫 Privacy Indexavg 4.06 | ||
| 🎨 Visual Appealavg 6.08 | ||
| 🐕 Dog Friendlinessavg 6.46 | ||
| 🗺️ Urban-Rural Indexavg 6.67 | ||
| ✨ Neighborhood Vibeavg 4.7 | ||
| 🏥 Health Insurance Coverageavg 4.66 | ||
| 🌿 Air Qualityavg 9.99 | ||
| 🏭 Industrial Proximityavg 7.45 | ||
| 🌊 Flood Safetyavg 3.91 | ||
| 🗳️ Ideological Leanavg 9.3 | ||
| 👥 Population Age Profileavg 4.59 | ||
| 🔥 Fire Safetyavg 0.04 | ||
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Cabrillo Rankings
School Districts Serving Cabrillo
Oxnard Elementary School District is a stable but academically challenged organization characterized by a sharp divide between its high-quality leadership and low-performing academic portfolio. While the district enjoys success in securing facility bonds, maintaining competitive staff pay, and receiving regional accolades for its Superintendent, standardized testing scores remain in the bottom 50% of the state. With a school portfolio where nearly half of the institutions are rated 3/10 or below, the district relies on specialized programs like Dual Language Immersion and strong community engagement to maintain its standing. It currently functions as a middle-of-the-road district in a period of transition, leveraging infrastructure upgrades and modernization to address persistent achievement gaps.
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Oxnard Union High School District is a stable but bifurcated organization, exhibiting a 'Mixed/Transition' profile due to the stark contrast between its high-performing specialized academies and its struggling traditional high schools. While the district maintains strong community trust through successful bond measures and facility modernizations, its academic core is pressured by critically low math proficiency and a projected enrollment decline. Strong Career Technical Education programs and high graduation rates provide a floor for the district's quality, but significant achievement gaps across geographic lines and aging infrastructure on specific campuses remain primary obstacles to overall excellence.
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Below average outcomes; significant attendance and academic challenges.
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