There are many different reasons for moving to a new area or even to a different part of the country. You may want to be nearer to family or need to move for work 
reasons. Whatever the rationale, it can be a time of upheaval. Visit the local council website to find out more about different places before you take the plunge.
The Office for Standards in Education’s (Ofsted) website provides information on all local primary and secondary schools, and reports on nurseries, pupil referral units, special schools, independent schools and post-16 education providers in England.
The location
You should also make sure the location meets your requirements so here are a few things to consider:
- nearby railway lines - or overhead flight paths
- the feel of the community - does it seem friendly
- the aspect of the house - does it get enough light
- is the property well maintained
- the condition of nearby properties
- how good or near is the public transport
- are the local schools good
- nearby main roads, or pubs, clubs or restaurants -they can be handy, but also noisy
- are there any known plans for development in the area
- what are the local amenities like, shops, hospitals, leisure facilities, etc.
- the age of the property
- garden size
- what is the crime level like in the area
- what are the neighbours like? Are they noisy
- has there ever been a dispute with the neighbours (or anyone living nearby)
It’s always best to buy the smallest type of house/flat in the area rather than the largest. If you buy a 2 bed semi-detached in a road/close that is otherwise full of 3 & 4-bed houses it will make it easier to sell. Whereas buying the only 4-bed house in a road full of 2 bed properties will make yours less desirable. Generally people who can afford a 4-bed house want to live in a location with similar properties.
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