L.W.
Hi T.!
As someone (former military family) that has moved all over here are my recommendations!
I like this website to get a good idea of neighborhoods...
http://www.city-data.com/forum/
I am also a big fan of: greatschools.net
They are a trustworthy site that has done all the research on school districts for you! They rate them 1 - 10 and parents write reviews too. This site is my BIBLE for figuring out where to live!
Last idea...Google Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce. GIve them a call and they will send you a package of local info.
Best of luck. Fayetteville is a pretty area as I recall!
L.