Some forums can only be seen by registered members. We are thinking about moving to the Belen area. What can anyone tell us about Rio Grande Estate area. Originally Posted by pugsley Originally Posted by ManzanoWolf.
I lived in rural Valencia County for several years and I cannot address the issues you raise except the roads are not well maintained due to lack of state funding and I do not see that improving, but I would definitely research personal safety in that area.
The Rio Community just outside Belen was hit hard by vandalism in the past year; there has been much gang and drug activity in and around the Belen area. Rio Grande Estates is isolated and in unincorporated Valencia County. It is a poor county and the Sheriff's Dept was severely understaffed when I lived there. It was not uncommon to have only 2 deputies on patrol for the entire county. Therefore, it can take several hours to get a response to a call for assistance.
The unincorporated areas of Valencia County have been the recipient of much gang and drug activity, since ABQ began its crack down on crime.
The crime merely moved from the city to the edge of the metro area, with easy access to the city. Good luck with your decision. Hunter Wold. Location: Heading to the NW, 4 sure. Re: Belen. You might check out Los Lunas, a few miles north of Belen. Have just traveled thru a few times, but did notice some new retailers, and nice looking houses.
