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[quote=Anonymous]OP back again. Appreciate all the new replies, and chuckling to myself about the person who goes "bonkers" about the commute.

I currently live in a much-maligned part of the county where it is not uncommon to run into panhandlers at the shopping center, where a sign of "revitalization" is the opening of a new chain restaurant, and where it takes 10 minutes to drive a mile because of all the lights and traffic. My primary goal in this move is to escape this kind of atmosphere. I actually am looking for a neighborhood with a "Truman Show" feel. You all are confirming my general perception of Burke as safe, down to earth, and a good choice for families.

I work from home and my husband will be working in Alexandria, so proximity to DC is not an important factor. Burke offers most of what I am looking for--nice houses we can afford, safety, good schools, plenty of shopping--and is closer to my husband's office than other neighborhoods I'm interested in.

A couple of concerns: for those who live relatively close to the railroad tracks, do you hear much (any?) train noise? Also, for those who live in BC, do you know of any plans to add infill development to the neighborhood? Would the conservancy even allow that?

Thanks again, all.

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