I was an undergrad at UGA for 4+ years and lived in 5 points, as well as the west side (off Baxter and Alps Rd). I could tell you that there is not one place that you could say is perfect in all aspects, however I would rate them as such: 1. 5 pts 2. East Side (certain areas) 3. West Side;
I would avoid areas on the west side of downtown up to Alps Rd along Atlanta Hwy as well as most places along Baxter Street that are close to Clarke Central High School. On the upside, anything along Lumpkin Stree from Macon Hwy to Downtown is a fair bet, as well as Milledge Avenue (and its cross streets) between the Loop and Baxter street;
I hope this helps and all the best at UGA!