Working "in partnership with the community" the Irvine Police Department patrols approximately 70 square miles and is rapidly growing, providing service to over 280,000 persons.
The patrol division of the Irvine Police Department polices in a Geographic Policing model. This means Irvine has been divided into three geographic areas. These areas are based on their geographic location and are known as “Portola,” “University,” and “Crossroads.”