[Dodger]

Muslim side of the village, waily man goes at it 5 times a day, so to me, yes big thing especially as first time of the day is I think 5 am!!! further up or other side no probs.

Theft, not seen statistics so only guessing that theft in lala is probably the same as anywhere on the island. My gf prefers places/communities with security, wherever we stay on the island. Friend rented in the village, slightly remote spot and this was 2 years ago, 4 break ins in 8 months, another one a thai girl we know 2 break ins 3 months. Its a potential problem here on the island as you know, so thats why we always looks for secure environs, especially as we have a toddler as well. But think teft is as common as elsewhere.

As for the mussers and friendliness, think they take you as you are, never been unfriendly to me. They are southerners so speak more direct and a little more abrupt, but Gee has no problems nor notices much difference between them and non-mussors, do not think it is a religion difference but a local area difference maybe, so they will be the same as the southern thais in Kathu????

And of course being the self appointed mayor of Lala and therefore living with a higher profile, security becomes an issue, but I've found a team of group 4's bestest big old bruisers, seems to do the trick!!!