Set against a scenic mountain backdrop on almost 15 square miles of rolling hills and valleys in the East San Gabriel Valley region, the city of Diamond Bar is a predominantly middle-to upper-class community that is home to 59,000 residents. Diamond Bar is mostly residential in character, with a stock of approximately 18,500 homes which are 80% owner-occupied and 71% single family homes, and 1,600 businesses of retail, commercial or light industrial-nature. Among the amenities that contribute to the high quality of life that is valued by residents are the family-friendly atmosphere; the well-maintained parks, trails and roads; top-rated school districts; and the public safety services which contribute to keeping the city among the top safest communities in the region.