Bradley University/Peoria safety converns

Can anyone offer insight? We just visited Bradley U. We like the school, campus seems nice (it was a gray, cold day, so it’s hard to call it more than nice unfortunately), and the art/photography program and faculty seem great. But the surroundings off campus seem very sketchy. I would love to hear from anyone willing to share their good/bad experiences. THANK YOU!!

I know some recent college students attending there. Neither they nor their parents have mentioned concerned about surrounding area. I have directly spoken to the students about Bradley and the campus. They (male and female, all early 20’s age) voiced no concerns. Just like anywhere …Be aware of your surroundings.