In our upscale quiet older neighborhood some of the sidewalks are crumbling, cracked or are uplifted by tree roots. Lots of people go out for walks in the evening and it is easy to trip on the sidewalk especially if you are speed walking. Thus the smooth street is is a much better choice. Lots of greenies, wealthy & fitness types. We all use the streets & sidewalks both for running , walking & cycling....Not much traffic.
Our neighborhood is known as the 1950's "leave it to Beaver, Father knows Best" 'Front porch sitting', 'Andy of Mayberry', 'Forth of July' with 'artsy hipsters' funky place to live;... we like it that way.
New is frowned upon; old is good.

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