Will be starting a job in SF from January. 2 kids (under 3) and wife does not work currently. Deciding between Dublin/Pleasanton and Walnut Creek, planning to rent a 2 bed apartment closer to BART station and commute to Embarcadero. TC - 230K Which of the 2 neighborhoods is better in terms of safety, family social life?
Fremont is another option, same commute time
Fremont has a Whole Foods too.
So does Dublin/Pleasanton
My housemate takes Bart to SF everyday and she spends about an hour each way. She sleeps less at night & just sleeps a bit on the ride there and back as to maximize her free time. If you are gonna do WC, do the southern part. Otherwise I’d say I really suggest Dublin and Pleasanton for a sense of safety with your family.
Walnut Creek of course. Frequent trains during rush hour and the ride is 10 minute shorter than to West Dublin. Both towns are equally safe. Walnut Creek is a bit more fun as it has proper Downtown.
Walnut Creek is a shorter commute to Embarcadero.
Neither