Not a wholesome town
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9/26/2017
I would rate Phoenix only 1 star because after moving and living near Phoenix we have made a decision to leave. We moved here from the Chicago suburbs for a professional job opportunity for my husband earlier in the year.
At first, we didn't see all the negatives but were really enticed by the beauty of Scottsdale.
After some time we really got an understanding of the crime issues in Phoenix and rude people. Being from the Mid-West we are both generally warm and friendly people but have found the contrary here.
We've had so many rude drivers cut us off or drive wildly out of control around us even during the morning commute rush that it's been eye opening! It really feels like you're in a Mad Max movie with everyone out for themselves here!
We even made reports to the Phoenix police and they do nothing because they are dealing with violent crime issues that are more pressing.
I also didn't understand the concept of gated communities with manned security guards until moving here are listening to the local news crime report. If you decide or have to move here, I suggest only living in a manned security gated-community. Please take this advice! Also, avoid Phoenix as much as possible and stay in the gated community in Scottsdale or other safer suburban area - far from Phoenix.
Or only visit as a tourist occasionally but don't move here for a job opportunity.
Lola | Phoenix, AZ