What measurable parameters do you use in location analysis?

[Robert Matelski]

Hey fellow buy and hold investors!

I am curious to hear what measurable tangible metrics you use when analyzing specific sub-locations (e.g. specific zips, suburbs, neighborhoods, etc., but NOT the actual properties themselves) within your target geography...

Crime rates? 

Average/median income? 

Public school district ranking/rating?

Homeownership rate? 

% of residents w/ college degree?

Average commute times?

Walkability?

All of the above?? Or did I miss something??

[Jennifer Rysdam]

I always like to look at crime rates and school ratings. If those are good, I feel like I will have a better investment. Flips that are easier to sell, and apartments that are easier to rent and get good renters into.