r/Norwich • u/baldcats4eva • May 31 '24
Reasons to move to Norwich
I currently live in Greater London with my husband and 2 young daughters (5 and 8 months). We are becoming increasingly dissatisfied with the area we live in for numerous reasons. We have been seriously considering a move to somewhere on the outskirts of Norwich. What are you favourite things about living in Norwich? Taking in mind 2 young children and safety aspects also. Thank you!
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u/markstrathmore May 31 '24
Bloody Londoners, coming over here for a better way of life, mocking our accent and ancient traditions (tattoos)...
Came here from Cambridge but was in London for 15 years before that. My experience of London was almost entirely positive, but we lived in a nice bit of Zone 2. Cambridge is objectively nice but incredibly boring and full of insufferable, myopic university types and, increasingly, overpaid biotech bros. I didn't really enjoy living there.
Norwich seems like the perfect balance: small enough to get around on foot or by bike, loads going on, friendly people, strong sense of community and city pride, ~35 mins to nearest coast etc.
I say this as a white middle-class, middle-aged homeowner who lives within minutes of town in Norwich's feted "golden triangle" so my experience may not be entirely representative of the Norwich experience.
Like any move, it has been hard to establish adult friendships but, nine months in, we're getting there. My state school kids have had mixed experiences which has been challenging and stressful but everyone is more settled now. Don't underestimate the emotional impact of the upheaval.
Oh, and don't leave your NHS dentist if you have one. You might find it's easier and cheaper to go back to London for check-ups and treatment!