Property experts always say that the three most important
things to consider when evaluating a property are location, location and
location. That's because a home in a fashionable area with convenient shopping
and good schools nearby will hold its value far better than an identical home
in a less popular neighbourhood. Of course, it will also be much more pleasant
to live in, Ask these questions to determine the quality of the neighbourhood
you're considering, and to evaluate other local factors that go into making a
house a good home - and a good investment.
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How well do residents keep up their properties?
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What is the ratio of renters to owners?
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How far away is the nearest shopping area? Is it
easy to get to at the times you’ll need to go?
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What is the quality of the local schools?
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Are local streets well-maintained?
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How much traffic nearby? Will it take you where
you want to go?
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Is there a motorway or major road accessible
from the area?
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How close and accessible are cultural and
entertainment facilities – theatres, museums and sports arenas/area?
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Visit the area after nightfall. Does it feel
safe? How noisy is it?
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Check with the local police station or on-line (http://www.police.uk/). How much crime is
there in the neighbourhood?
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Check with local organisations. Is it a
neighbourhood watch area?
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Check a map. How far is the nearest fire station
or police station? (Google maps/Street map are usually a good place to start).
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Is there emergency medical service in the area?
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How far away is the nearest hospital? Is it
close enough for your needs?
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Is a fire station or train station so close as
to cause noise pollution?
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If you are looking at a flat, check out any
rules or regulations affecting the block, how do these fit in with your own
style of decorating or living?
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Visit the council offices, Are any major new developments
planned? What impact will these have on traffic, noise and school systems? I
have found that there is a web portal on every Council website that shows
current planning permission and those that have been approved or negated.
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Also check bus routes, and how far they are away
from your house/flat?
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Also is there a good taxi service in your area?
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And lastly, as a nation of Curry/Chinese/Pizza
lovers – How close are these to you?
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