Is Bicknell Ave (about .5 mile from beach) in Santa Monica CA a safe neighborhood?
Yes, Bicknell Ave in Santa Monica is a safe neighborhood. Especially west of Lincoln, which it sounds like is where you’re talking about. The only remotely “unsafe” area around there is much further south in Venice (e.g. Brooks Ave), and even that is not so much dangerous as gritty. Personally, if you like living near the beach, Bicknell Ave in Santa Monica is a beautiful, desirable neighborhood. The ocean air is awesome, the weather is beautiful, and you’re walking distance from some great restaurants and cafes.