Like most cities in the United States, Hayward does have its rougher areas. Most of these are small areas right off of the five main streets in Hayward that run east to west. A St, Winton Ave, Jackson St, Tennyson Ave, and Industrial Blvd. Some street names to be aware of are:
Gadding Ave connects Jackson and Tennyson,
Tyrell Ave Located off of Tennyson Rd,
E. Tennyson Road Located off of 880
South Garden Ave Located off of A St,
A Street off of 880 at night
D Street east of Mission
Third, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Valley Streets off B and D Streets
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The City has a free Wi-Fi network or "Hot Spot" for the Downtown area. This area of coverage is approximate and may vary in strength and availability and best reception is found at the Main Hayward Public Library 835 "C" Street. The City does not provide technical support for this Wi-Fi system.