Is it even possible...

halia

honestly I'd think about moving, I can't believe how much prices are in the southeast comparable to here.
We live in a 4/5 bedroomed edwardian house with garden/off street parking. Within 10 minutes walk we have...
park, wildlife garden, conservatory with avairy, cafes (3), sainsbury's local, tesco express, co-op, specialist shops inc boutique, chocolatier; florist (2), alternative remedies shop, hairdresser (3), indian and continental (2), internet cafe, butchers, bars (5) pubs (2), takeways (4), resturants (3), swimming baths, private and state primaries, private and state secondary,

the university, city centre and hospital (all big employers) are 30 minutes walk or a 10-20 minute bus ride.

And what does this cost? around £150-250k depending on how quiet a street you want your house on. If you've a smaller budget you can get a 2BD for £75-£120k

We're moving only because we want to get into the countryside and to be nearer my dad (not getting any younger). But I'd never consider moving down south.

Pay off your debts and save that deposit but also start looking at average prices - work out where you can afford to move to - ie where are there decent hosues in OK locations for under £80k. Then keep your eyes open for jobs in those areas.

ExNicotineQueen

halia - where do you live if you don't mind me asking?

mrposhman

You've got no chance on £18k in the south east. I live in London and am on pretty much double your wages and can't get a house!!

halia

within an hours commute to Leeds and York, if anyone really wants to move then PM me - prefer not to give detail of locality on an open forum!