What is the Ideal Home in the UK? The Results Are In...
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The ideal home in the UK is detached and set in the countryside. This new research from Halifax indicates that most people in the UK require a three bedroom property in a rural quiet setting.
30 per cent of people interviewed said that inner city life is far from ideal and that they would like to live in a rural setting away from the noise and pollution.
What was most interesting was that the majority of people (22 per cent) would choose a new build property so that environmentally friendly features could be implemented to save money and help the environment.
"Although many of us live in towns or cities, there is no disputing that a house in the country is what the majority of us aspire to," said Phil Jenks from Halifax.
"The preference for new build detached properties shows that people want their home to be personal to them and that space and privacy is also important."
Central heating, double glazing and a fitted kitchen are now deemed essential by most people (79 per cent). Homes without these features are very unlikely to sell easily these days.
When questioned most people suggested that desirable extra features are a conservatory, a loft conversion and a utility room but are no means essential when deciding to buy a house.
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