What's the best family-oriented suburb of Orlando? (Oviedo, Winter Park: work, home)

[shayes]

At some point, I will be moving my family to the Orlando area. I was wondering if anyone had any thoughts on the best family-oriented suburb of Orlando (low crime, community atmosphere, good schools, ect.). I will most likely be working out of my home so commute is a non-issue. I have heard some good things about Lake Mary...any suggestions?

[Alphaman]

Oviedo, Winter springs and Winter park(The area around park ave).

[DailyJournalist]

Oviedo and Lake Mary would be your best choice.

[Jduchart]

Winter Garden looks nice along Vineland. Mount Dora is close to Orlando not far.
Safe area. Lake County is only 45 minutes and a little safer than living in Orlando.
Clermont is also a nice area. Parts of Winter Park are nice.

[rholborn]

I've lived in Lake Mary for 13 years, and my family and I enjoy it very much! We love the community, schools, and it's close to everything we need!

[Crane's Rooster]

If you're looking for a well rooted family oriented community than look at the local high school because that's what the communities revolve around. That being said, I will say Altamonte/Wekiwa/Sweetwater (Lake Brantley), Lake Mary/Heathrow (Lake Mary), Oviedo (Oviedo), Winter Park (Winter Park), Orange City (Spruce Creek H.S.), and I heard some the Brevard communities are very good (Eua Gallie and Astronaught High). Hope this helps.