Gang areas in SD (Southeast & East Dago) are in my personal opinion not where I want to go on any calls.
Now my ATF who is AA lives in the hood & I do visit him in Southeast at his private home. There are exceptions to every rule. Depends on what you want to be close to the beaches, the action, downtown, etc...
If I was you, and moving to SD I would choose N. County Coastal, or Inland, but I am also, a huge fan of the Central SD scene. (Fashion & Mission Valley)
SD is the greatest city in the world, so you can not mess up to bad.
I have lived in PQ, Carmel Valley, Solana Beach, Escondido, Mission & Fashion Valley all areas to me are muy bueno!
Congrats & welcome to San Diego, CA!