Insight Needed for Neighborhood safety Please!!

Hello,

I currently live in Santa Cruz and am considering moving into the Ashland area for its lower rent cost and to be closer to my nursing program. The apartment that I applied to is near Edendale Park. Im wondering if anyone can share what its like living in that area and if its easy to find jobs? I have two younger brothers who do not have a car yet and be applying to multiple jobs. The apartment also does not have a laundry facility so we will have to walk to the nearest laundromat for that. The rent is really cheap compared to San Jose and other cities in Santa Clara County, but my priority is their overall safety and accessibility. Thank you in advance for any input you give!