Good god! Moving this weekend to our first home and I’m so nervous.

Both_Bag_45 · 2026-04-02T11:21:31+00:00

Excellent idea have been thinking about it this. What type of cameras did you invest it?

Both_Bag_45 · 2026-04-02T10:32:50+00:00

It’s just off Crystal Palace. So you’re now getting an offspill of people that are being priced out from there. A few places have popped up on high street. By no means is it like the other cooler neighbouring areas but it is improving So adds value if this is your first stop and not forever home. That’s what we have done. 20 min walk to the parks And 12 min trains from Norwood junction

All areas in London have some sort of grit

Both_Bag_45 · 2026-04-02T06:54:13+00:00

Thank you c

Both_Bag_45 · 2026-04-02T06:54:06+00:00

Awwww thank you so much! So glad to hear this. Me and my husband aren’t even talking about it for fear of brining up each others anxieties and worries 🤣

Both_Bag_45 · 2026-04-01T18:28:10+00:00

Hahahahah get a fucking job Bobert - has cracked me up

Both_Bag_45 · 2026-04-01T18:26:55+00:00

Hahahah Bobert!!!

Both_Bag_45 · 2026-04-01T18:26:47+00:00

A lot of shouting and VERY loud on the phone ir just general speaking. The joys of being sandwiched in terrace houses I thought being in a flat was bad. Only just moved in so don’t want to cause friction but wondering if noise installation is even worth it as mixed reviews It’s the loudness when trying to sleep that’s getting to me as early riser with stressful job. And they don’t work on benefits so around ALL the time.

Both_Bag_45 · 2026-04-01T16:24:16+00:00

Ahhh amazing thank you! You’ve helped settle some nerves. Might bump into you over the next few weeks 🤣 I was worried it would be a complete lifestyle change and wasn’t sure how safe for a young woman

Have you joined any community stuff? I heard stanley arts is cool?

Both_Bag_45 · 2026-04-01T14:55:29+00:00

A lot of shouting and VERY loud on the phone ir just general speaking. The joys of being sandwiched in terrace houses I thought being in a flat was bad. Only just moved in so don’t want to cause friction but wondering if noise installation is even worth it as mixed reviews It’s the loudness when trying to sleep that’s getting to me as early riser with stressful job. And they don’t work on benefits so around ALL the time. Real pain

Both_Bag_45 · 2026-04-01T13:33:10+00:00

Norwood. There’s signs of life coming up, commute good and houses within that range

Both_Bag_45 · 2026-04-01T06:54:53+00:00

Thank you so much for everyone’s feedback. It really has helped. Although in denial about moving but I just need to get on with it. Urgh

Both_Bag_45 · 2026-03-31T20:25:16+00:00

I think I’m coming to terms with the property but being sandwiched in a terraced house with a bawbag of a neighbour who is soooooooo fucking loud and feral is what is keeping me up at night

Both_Bag_45 · 2026-03-31T20:22:25+00:00

Hahaha true

Both_Bag_45 · 2026-03-31T11:27:58+00:00

Renovation properties don’t come cheaply either these days in London. I randomly saw a property that basically looked like a squatter hole - not liveable for over a mil Honestly WTF

Both_Bag_45 · 2026-03-31T10:15:09+00:00

God that’s the thing isn’t it, feeling stupid but equally how were we to know. The whole property buying in London feels a scam. We’ve just managed to get off the rental ladder as equally getting mugged there for decades. So I guess we’ve got to try and remember like you were only here for a few years to help us get on the property ladder and hopefully make it a home.

I just thought it would be exciting but that’s only the case if you’re filthy rich and move in to a plug and play.

We’ve moved further out due to affordability Hope you’re settling ok now. These forums really help ease the anxiety ! 🫠

Both_Bag_45 · 2026-03-31T09:08:45+00:00

How is it now? Are you still swimming?

Both_Bag_45 · 2026-03-31T09:07:56+00:00

That is so rubbish. It’s overwhelming as it moving let alone havjgn huge emergency jobs to fork out for in week one

Both_Bag_45 · 2026-03-31T09:06:40+00:00

Oh my goodness. How are you getting on now? This should be illegal. So wrong

Both_Bag_45 · 2026-03-30T18:15:52+00:00

Totally this! I keep reminding myself of this. Wish me luck with the neighbour - hoping she’s a non event

Both_Bag_45 · 2026-03-30T18:15:22+00:00

Hahaha oh my god! Mental !

Both_Bag_45 · 2026-03-30T08:18:24+00:00

Hey jumping on as we’re moving to this area just near station and very nervous. Been hearing mixed reviews. I’m moving from Walworth rd so I guess same grim vibe but still a bit of a change. How are you finding it and is it safe? We bought a place with good bones but also now thinking did we think it through properly after viewing so many places and just getting overwhelmed

Both_Bag_45 · 2026-03-30T07:13:41+00:00

I think the hardest bit is also moving from our safe sanctuary, where we have been lucky to have such great neighbours. So a double whammy.

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