I live in a rural area about 100 yds. off the road and I don't go outside unless I have the difference.
Once I was outside and a car full of people drove up and wanted gas. I told them I didn't have any and the person in the front passenger seat started to get out and I put my hand in my pocket and he closed the door and they left.
Living in a rural area does not mean that it's a crime free area. Larry