Ground floor flat - security

adonis10

Experiences of ground floor flat security? Little Concerned about it, particularly in summer with windows open when going to sleep, toilet etc. probably being paranoid as it doesn't take much to close a window but all part of the decision making process.

Harder to sell?

namecheck

adonis10 wrote: »

Experiences of ground floor flat security? Little Concerned about it, particularly in summer with windows open when going to sleep, toilet etc. probably being paranoid as it doesn't take much to close a window but all part of the decision making process.

Harder to sell?

Probably depends a bit on what sort of area the flat is in. However, in general I would avoid a ground floor flat.

There are advantages, such as not having to use a lift (if there is one), and possibly having immediate access to garden/outside space. The potential security issues outweigh these IMO, and the same thoughts would go through the minds of many future potential purchasers.

adonis10

namecheck wrote: »

Probably depends a bit on what sort of area the flat is in. However, in general I would avoid a ground floor flat.

There are advantages, such as not having to use a lift (if there is one), and possibly having immediate access to garden/outside space. The potential security issues outweigh these IMO, and the same thoughts would go through the minds of many future potential purchasers.

Fair points. The lift issue isn't a problem for me as I'm neither lazy nor disabled so I'd just take the stairs.

Houses all have a ground floor tho
And never had the concern there.

It's in a nice area, so that's a tad more comforting.

Decisions..

abankerbutnotafatcat

When I was flat hunting I was actively seeking a gff, although I specifically wanted one with some private outdoor space. I also would have valued direct access I.e. without going through communal areas, very highly especially for getting large or heavy stuff inside. It was in a low crime, non-urban area though.

Mercurial

For me having an outdoor space would be a priority. I own a first floor flat which I now rent out. When living there I missed having access to a garden/court yard.

ultrarunner

Harder to sell, but would appeal to those who may have mobility issues on stairs.

When I owned a ground floor flat I used to only leave the top vent open when at work to air it. I never felt I got enough ventilation in the bathroom though.

V_Chic_Chick

It would also appeal to cyclists who don't want to lug their bike up and down stairs every day.

ankspon

A house has a ground floor,what is the difference?

seven-day-weekend

ankspon wrote: »

A house has a ground floor,what is the difference?

Agreed - and why is security not a problem in a bungalow?

Horizon81

Do you like hearing people walking round on the floor above you all the time? And depending on the parking arrangements, car lights illuminating your bedroom when parking up? People walking past your bedroom window all the time? Again, depending on arrangement of nearby buildings you might not get any direct sunlight in the winter months. Undoubtedly you will have to be more scrupulous with your window security for obvious reasons.

I prefer an upper/top floor flat every time, but its horses for courses.

ankspon

seven-day-weekend wrote: »

Agreed - and why is security not a problem in a bungalow?

Yes that is correct,i live in a ground floor flat,no steps(i'm disabled)and access to the garden through the back door which is next to my front door.