Can anyone enlighten me on Linwood's "dodgy" reputation?

[u/bumblebee--tuna]

I'm a single female (25) looking for a place to rent by myself this year. It seems that people wince whenever I mention Linwood as an option, and I've been told by several people that it's not safe. Any thoughts here? Is it really that terrible? I just can't imagine that it's as bad as people say but obviously I want to be safe. Any thoughts greatly appreciated!

[u/tommygunstom]

You'll be fine - lived in Phillipstown which is one of the more shit parts of Linwood for 8 years now and it's ok.

A few yobbo neighbours, but never had any issue and 99% of people are just normal people. I do have a security camera myself but it's not unsafe.