When it comes to what is important in the housing and rental market, and what buyers and tenants are looking for, things are likely to change in the coming weeks, months and years. While most of us are focused on the health and financial implications associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, in the long-term, there will be many changes we must adapt to.
You will likely see buyers and tenants looking for different things in the housing market. A recent study carried out by Rightmove found out what buyers and tenants want from their next home. The top answer was having access to a garden or a bigger garden.
Gardens are always highly desired by buyers
That isn’t a change. Gardens have always been valued, and for 2019, Zoopla said “garden” was in their top three search terms used by buyers when looking for property. However, after this, there will be some changes, and a greater number of buyers are looking for a more effective home working space.
This means buyers want to find an area that allows them to work efficiently. Space will be important, but equally, connectivity is crucial. There is no point in setting up an attractive working area at home if you cannot access the internet in this corner of the home.
Therefore, prospective buyers will want to see how well-connected a home is before they make an offer, and this is an area that Stockport excels.
You might have missed the news because there has been so much to grab your attention of late, but Stockport Council has been shortlisted for the Digital Leaders 100 list. This is a list which celebrates the best work being carried out for digital transformation in the UK. This accolade shouldn’t be a surprise though, as Stockport Council has won awards in the past for its commitment to digital connectivity.
People are working online in Stockport
The council has acted quickly in ensuring 2,000 employees can work from home, joining the 200 or so professionals from the council who were already working in this way.
87% of Stockport residents are online, and the area is extremely well connected. At times like this, information is vital, and the local council has made sure a significant amount of relevant data and information has been placed online. Individuals and local businesses will hopefully have found everything they need to know available online.
With convenient transport links to the centre of Manchester, and significant developments taking place, Stockport is the ideal place to buy, live or invest. As Stockport property specialists, we want to ensure you stay in touch with the latest property news. If you are looking for assistance in this area, give Spencer Harvey a call on 0161 480 8888 or send us an email at info@spencerharvey.co.uk. For a free valuation please visit: https://www.spencerharvey.co.uk/valuation-enquiry.html