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Choosing a new area to live

When you are thinking moving to a new area, there are a number of things you may need to look at before making your conclusion. You may need to find a job in positive area or move to somewhere that has better schools or more green spaces.

Finding information before you move

You can find out a lot about a new area to help you make a decision whether you need to move there or not.

Local council websites

You may find out a lot about an area by visiting the local council website. Some of the information you can find out includes:

• arts & leisure events and facilities
• council tax bands & charges
• facilities for youthful people
• future planning developments
• local jobs & careers information
• local parks & recreation areas
• school admission information
• sports facilities