18
Apr
Neighbourhood Watch and low-crime elements 'sway buyers'
People looking for homes in many cases opt for areas with
traditionally low crime levels and neighbourhood schemes, it has
been suggested.
Rightmove noted that while other factors obviously play a part,
such as the vicinity of the home to friends and family, these other
aspects are on the house buyer's agenda.
Those locations with proven track records in terms of low crime
will always prove popular with homebuyers, commercial director at
the company Miles Shipside noted.
"Location has always been particularly important and it's probably
the more traditional locations that have the better track records,"
he commented.
Mr Shipside added that the presence of a neighbourhood watch scheme
could well persuade consumers to choose a particular area.
On top of these, home insurance premiums are likely to be lower in
these districts, he contended.
In total, 78 per cent of homeowners have had a falling out with
their neighbour, a recent poll from fish4 jobs found.