Yeah. Man. I grew up in KC. Lived in Orlando for awhile, then just progressively moved further and further out. I’m only on about 8 miles of gravel/dirt roads outside of Lawrence KS, but I would never go back to city/suburban life.
I had a similar experience in my apartment in KC. Blood all over the front stoop. And then was robbed at knifepoint a week later. We were already planning to leave, just didn’t make it out soon enough. Hah.
Haven’t had any issues since we’ve been out on the land. 
Totally a peaceful lifestyle out here compared to any city I’ve ever been in. (For good reason)