We lived on Whidbey almost 40 years ago and things were a bit different then...built a house between Freeland and Langley, up in Maple Glen and loved it there. I have read in years since then that there are now rabbits on the Island...and coyotes have found their way there also. It's sad to hear that there are drug problems, but that may be rampant everywhere now. The main thing that I want to mention is that in the past year I've read about water issues on the island....possibly stemming from jet fuel pollution...this may be more of an issue around Coupeville and I've read about it affecting sales of properties, etc. Please be aware of, and check into this, before locating and buying......