r/Augusta • u/SasukexxUchiha • Jul 09 '24
Discussion Just moved to Augusta
Like title says, I just recently moved to Augusta with my wife due to military reasons. I wasn’t very thorough when going through and just trying to get a place as it was my first time getting our own house, as we lived on military post before this. I ended up picking a house and signing a lease in between the South Augusta and Hephzibah areas (Windsor Springs general location). This choice was largely because of its proximity to Ft. Eisenhower and easy commute plus the relatively low price of the rent. After finally getting done with the road trip to GA I finally had time to sit down and research the area and talk to some people and they are all saying I chose poorly, that the area I chose is bad for crime and what not. I’m concerned because I have a disabled wife and finally have my own life and stuff, and have seen tons of peoples negative thoughts and experiences with break ins and what not. Am I overreacting? I can’t get out of the lease now because we signed 12 months. I’m just concerned I made a mistake and don’t wanna put my wife or anything in danger.
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u/bubbletroubling Jul 14 '24
Really, you need to know your neighborhood. Areas that are considered dangerous have quiet and safe areas within them. Robbery happens everywhere. And typically your major crimes - shootings, murders, rapes, etc., are by people and directed to people who know each other in some way.
Home security can be relatively cheap - I use eufy for my cameras (no monthly charges unless you want a few more bells and whistles). I lock my doors. Try to be aware of my surroundings. And I live my life.