Edmond Oklahoma (Oklahoma City, Howe, Corn: credit, budget, homes)

[bludeath916]

I was curious about the culture in Edmond and I will be moving there at the end of this summer. I know that their are some upscale parts and some lower class parts. Is there any what of a gang problem there or around there?Thanks

[bludeath916]

Nobody Just wondering

[Goodpasture]

There's a group that hangs out around the Quail Mall (I think thats what it is). Might want to shy away from them. You can spot them without a problem. They are driving Mercedes and BMW's, for the most part.

Good luck in surviving the move.....keep your credit cards safe and close to your person......

[bludeath916]

thanks alot

[bludeath916]

oh and what problems does okc have reguarding that?

[peggydavis]

Edmond does not have much of a gang problem, if any at all. Edmond is more of a suburb of OKC and is one of the wealthier areas of Oklahoma.

Oklahoma City has some gangs, in the poorer parts of town.

[thethinblueline]

I've lived in Edmond my entire life and graduated from an Edmond High School about 4 years ago.

The school system in Edmond is by far the best public system in the OKC metro area. There are currently 3 High Schools and I would predict a fourth will likely spring up within 5 or 6 years.

Edmond has a slight reputation of being snobby. Honestly, it does exist. However, it is only a small percentage of the town and is certainly not everyone. The far east side of edmond (Bryant Rd. and east) and the far north side (Danforth Rd and north) are the more snooty areas. Again though, it is not everyone. The west side of Edmond is much more down-to-earth.

I would recommend the areas north of 164th st (aka 15th st in Edmond) and west of Santa Fe. This is a "good" area and you can find homes for as little as $110,000 up to $750,000 depending on your budget. This area is quickly growing and also has the newest elementary school in town (Corner of 178th and Pennsylvania Ave).

Crime is virtually non-existent in Edmond. Cops are known for giving traffic citations because not much else happens. Central Edmond has slightly more crime than surrounding areas, but again it is much much lower than any part of OKC.

Something that is confusing to newcomers is the sheer size of OKC. It is over 600 sq miles and is always in the top 3 largest cities in the U.S. by sq. miles. OKC extends far into the area that most would consider "Edmond". For example, where I grew up had an Edmond address, Edmond Schools, but was in OKC city limits with OKC utilities and OKC police/fire service. This unusual cross-boundary situation occurs mostly on the west side of Edmond.

Additionally, if you're used to public transportation, a car is basically necessary in Edmond. Period.

If you have any more questions, I'll watch this thread and do my best to reply.

Good luck.