Beverly Crest, Los Angeles facts for kids
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Beverly Crest
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 Beverly Crest
Location in Western Los Angeles
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Los Angeles |
| Time zone | Pacific |
| Zip Code |
90210
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| Area code(s) | 323 |
Beverly Crest is a lovely neighborhood located in the Santa Monica Mountains. It's part of the Westside area of Los Angeles, California. This area is known for its beautiful hills and quiet streets.
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A Look Back: History of Beverly Crest
The story of Beverly Crest began in 1923. A developer named George Read bought a large piece of land, about 80 acres. He had big plans for it!
Building a New Community
By 1926, the area was ready for homes. New streets were paved. Utilities like water and electricity were put underground. Even streetlights were installed. The land was divided into 178 smaller plots. These plots were perfect for building large homes.
To welcome people, two special gatehouses were built. One of these gatehouses is still there today. George Read also put up a large sign on the hillside. It was like the famous Hollywoodland sign. This sign helped market the neighborhood. It was advertised as a place for "motion picture celebrities and other notables."
Official Recognition
Years later, on October 1, 2008, the City of Los Angeles made it official. They approved the name "Beverly Crest" for this special neighborhood.
Where is Beverly Crest?
Beverly Crest is located east of Coldwater Canyon Drive. It shares borders with the city of Beverly Hills on its east, west, and south sides.
Key Streets in Beverly Crest
The Crests Neighborhood Association lists specific streets as part of Beverly Crest. These include Lindacrest Drive, Readcrest Drive, and Beverlycrest Drive. Other streets are Lloydcrest Drive, Waynecrest Drive, Gilcrest Drive, Claircrest Drive, Ridgecrest Drive, Cerrocrest Drive, and Meadow Drive. Part of Schuyler Road is also included.
Part of a Bigger Plan
Beverly Crest is part of a larger area called the Bel Air–Beverly Crest Community Plan. This plan covers several neighborhoods. These include Bel Air, Benedict Canyon, and Beverly Glen. It also includes Laurel Canyon and the northern part of Holmby Hills.
Understanding the Borders
The Los Angeles Times newspaper has mapped out Beverly Crest. It looks like a triangle shape. To the north is Sherman Oaks. To the southwest is Bel Air. The city of Beverly Hills is to the southeast.
The northern border runs along Mulholland Drive. To the west, the border follows Stone Canyon Road. Then it goes along Beverly Glen Boulevard below Stone Canyon Reservoir. It reaches Sunset Boulevard in the far south. The border with Beverly Hills is a bit tricky. Much of Beverly Crest is in the "Beverly Hills Post Office" area. This means it has a 90210 Zip Code but is not actually inside the city of Beverly Hills. The neighborhood of Hollywood Hills West is also nearby to the east.
Who Lives in Beverly Crest?
Let's look at some facts about the people living in Beverly Crest. This information comes from the 2000 U.S. census.
Population and Age
In 2000, about 10,852 people lived in Beverly Crest. The neighborhood covers about 8.24 square miles. This means it's not very crowded, with fewer people per square mile compared to many other parts of Los Angeles. By 2008, the population had grown a bit to 11,569 people.
The average age of residents in 2000 was 45 years old. This is considered a bit older compared to other neighborhoods in the city. Many residents are 35 years old or older.
Diversity and Background
Beverly Crest is known for having a high percentage of Caucasian residents. About 87.5% of the people are white. Other groups include Asians (4.0%), Latinos (3.4%), and Black residents (1.7%). About 25% of the residents were born outside the United States. The most common countries of birth for these residents are Iran and the United Kingdom.
Homes and Education
Beverly Crest is a wealthy area. The average household income in 2008 was about $169,282 per year. Most people in Beverly Crest own their homes. About 90% of the homes are owned by the people living in them. Only 10% are rented.
Many residents in Beverly Crest are highly educated. More than two-thirds (67.6%) of adults aged 25 and older have earned a four-year college degree. This is a very high percentage for the city and county.
Famous People in Beverly Crest
Many well-known people have lived in Beverly Crest over the years.
- Paul Allen - He was a co-founder of Microsoft. He bought a large estate here in 1992.
- Rock Hudson - A famous actor. His home at 9402 Beverly Crest Drive was called "The Castle."
- John Landis - A well-known film director. He bought Rock Hudson's estate in 1987.
- Drake - A popular musician. He purchased a home in the area in 2022.
