I have lived in Paulding most of my life (except for a few years in the 90's). South Paulding is a beautiful area and I dont know why anyone would say avoid it!! I live in New Georgia and my son went to Nebo Elementry, South Paulding Middle, and is graduating this year from South Paulding High. I love it here and do not regret owning a home here. It is beautiful, quiet, wonderful neighbors. We have shopping, easy access to I-20, have a choice of shopping in Hiram, Villa Rica, or Douglasville equally. I, personally, would not want to live in NE Paulding. Too busy, becoming too crowded, t