Los Angeles Neighborhoods Ranked by Friendliness

Is your community among the friendliest in Los Angeles? According to newly released data from Nextdoor, a private platform designed for verified neighbors to connect, some areas in L.A. stand out for their neighborly spirit. Leading the pack are Trinity & 36th Street in Historic South Central L.A. and Atwater Village, both earning top marks in the platform’s “Friendliness Score,” as reported by KTLA5.

Researchers explain that these rankings are drawn from real interactions among residents on the Nextdoor platform. The data reflects various ways neighbors engage with one another, from offering assistance and sharing resources to fostering community ties.

The criteria for determining these rankings include several factors: the tone of online conversations (whether they are positive or negative), the number of fulfilled requests for help or recommendations, and expressions of community pride. Additionally, the sharing of free items in the “For Sale & Free” section is considered, along with the welcoming nature of residents, such as their responsiveness to new members and support for local businesses.

Both Trinity & 36th Street and Atwater Village achieved perfect friendliness scores of 100, marking them as exemplary neighborhoods in terms of community interaction and support.

It also takes into account how welcoming residents are, including responses to welcome posts and neighbors promoting or recommending local businesses.

The neighborhoods of Trinity & 36th Street and Atwater Village received perfect scores of 100.

The Trinity & 36th Street community is described on Nextdoor as “a diverse, urban neighborhood in Los Angeles, known for its historic homes and close-knit community.”

“It’s a vibrant area with a mix of residential and commercial spaces, offering a variety of local shops and eateries,” Nextdoor notes, while describing Atwater Village as “cozy.”

Coming in close behind with a score of 99 was South Del Rey, home to nearly 4,000 residents, described as “a quiet, residential neighborhood. It’s known for its diverse community, proximity to the beach, and easy access to the city’s amenities. It’s a great place for families and professionals alike,” according to Nextdoor.

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Fourth on Nextdoor’s list is Westchester’s Westport Heights, a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood near LAX with well-kept homes and strong community pride. Fifth is Kentwood North, known for its tree-lined streets, mix of old and new homes, and close-knit, family-oriented atmosphere.

The lowest-ranking neighborhoods on the friendliness radar were Boyle Heights–Aliso–Mariachi Plaza, East Slauson, and El Sereno Northeast, coming in 18th, 19th, and 20th respectively, all with scores of 92.

Here are the remaining neighborhoods ranked:

• 6th: El Sereno Hills (94)
• 7th: West L.A.–Municipal Area (94)
• 8th: Highland Park (94)
• 9th: Westwood South–Mississippi (94)
• 10th: Beverly Grove–Fairfax (94)
• 11th: Montecito Heights (93)
• 12th: Eagle Rock East (93)
• 13th: Glassell Park (93)
• 14th: West L.A.–Bundy/Idaho (93)
• 15th: Ladera Heights (93)
• 16th: La Brea–Melrose (93)
• 17th: Mar Vista Hill (93)