The majority of people who have opinions on the Springfield area are often clouted by some of the more notorious lower income sections concurrent to the pleasant middle and upper middle class households, just over the bridge west of St. Bernadettes.

West Springfield (Hillside, Cardinal Forest, Greeley, OKM Estates) is truly the best place to live in FFX county, for your money and convenience. Of course at times it is a traffic snarled mess, but trying to find non-congested areas in this region are few and far between. I mean, Id rather pay taxes in this district, than shall we say, McLean or Falls Church (both of which, as well as the North County area in general, receive fewer if not equitable services by most metrics).

Yes, it is a diverse area. That being said, most of the immigrants I encounter in West Springfield are almost overwhelmingly proud to be American, and support the B.O.R. and less government intrusion. Many neighborhoods in WS are old, however, well-maintained with mature tree growth and have higher proportions of original ownership than neighboring communities. Not to mention abundant and accessible recreation, unless youre looking for something very specific.

The new STC ("Town Center" name denoting future plans for adjacent high rises) is raising property values and slowly (but surely) driving undesirables to the South and West of the area. It is also a final contender for the relocation of the FBI HQ, and sure deal for Springfield's future. Not to mention, we'll have a Dave & Busters !!!!

West Springfield is up-and-coming, as well as the Greater Springfield area itself, so you haters can slow your roll