How To Spot A Family Friendly Neighborhood

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You’re getting ready to move, and you have little ones, so what’s an obvious concern? A family friendly neighborhood.

When you find that perfect neighborhood it can be easy to find weekend activities close by, your neighbors become like your family, and your kids have instant playmates nearby.

It’s a great thing for a family when they find themselves in that neighborhood that’s the right fit for their family, but how do you spot it during your home search? When you first start looking and browsing listings on sites like RentSeeker.ca, you can get a general feel for the neighborhood, but how do you delve deeper and know what daily life is like in the community?

The following are some tips to help you find a neighborhood that will be a good match for your family.

Nearby Amenities

If you have little ones and you have to pack them up and drive or take public transportation just to reach a park, it can be a problem. You want to look around and see if there are parks, play areas and green spaces nearby.

Usually, when these features are present in a neighborhood not only is it going to be good for you and your kids, but it also means there are probably also other little ones who will be hanging around.

If you’re in an urban area, it can be even more important to look for these spaces, because these will be the primary areas where your kids spend time outdoors.

If you’re looking for a home in a suburban area, you might look for signs of play equipment in lawns even if there aren’t parks nearby.

What Else Is In The Neighborhood?

When you were younger and didn’t have kids the idea of a neighborhood packed with bars and restaurants was probably exactly what you were looking for, but now, it’s time to rethink that.

If you move somewhere where there’s a lot of energy that can be fine during the day, but what happens at night? Not only can it be noisy but you may run into some scenarios you aren’t exactly comfortable with when it comes to your kids.

A better option might be to choose a quiet neighborhood that’s near to more happening areas so you can visit them if you choose, but you’re not stuck there.

Talk To the Neighbors

If you’re considering a new neighborhood, get out and talk to people. Ask them how kid-friendly it is and try to get a feel for who else lives there. You can also ask about whether or not there are community groups and activities nearby, whether families feel safe, and what the crime is like.

Finally, in terms of safety, along with crime statistics, you should also think about things such as whether or not the sidewalks in the neighborhood are well-maintained, and whether there are streetlights.

You want to make sure that there aren’t a lot of opportunities for cars to speed down the roads in the neighborhood.

Generally, if you visit a neighborhood and it seems like families are out and about and active, there’s a good chance it’ll be a good fit for you and your kids as well.