When on the real estate market for a new house there are many things you are looking for, including the right price, square footage, future commute time, and how many updates the house will need. Safety is a key factor that you should look for. It is your home and you should feel safe and secure in it! Safe neighborhoods are also less likely to depreciate.
One of the first things when considering a home is going online and looking at crime maps. There are many search engines online that collect police and crime reports. Many times these will tell you when and what kinds of crimes have occurred in that area and have a safety score. Often smaller cities and communities will appear to have a higher crime rate, but this is often just because of a lower population. This is important but mustn’t be the only factor you consider.
Schools also show a neighborhood’s safety. Highly rated schools coincide with safe neighborhoods. Take a walk or drive around the school and your potential neighborhood. Notice what kind of community there is. Are there a lot of children playing, local businesses, or community watch groups?
Cherokee and Cobb counties are some of the safest places to live in Georgia according to home security analysis company SafeWise. The public school system in both counties is highly rated in both counties and most residents own their homes. On top of being in a safe location, you are only a quick drive South to Atlanta or North to beautiful mountain views. You don’t have to look very far to find great real estate in the Cherokee and North Cobb County areas!
