What do we mean when we talk about a 'local area connection'?
You’ll notice that on most of our home listings we say that a local connection to the area is needed. This is because the homes for sale in these areas have been built specifically to help meet the needs of local people who can’t afford to get on the housing ladder any other way.
The local area connection criteria varies between sites, but generally it’s based on:
- Being a resident (or employed within) the area for a number of years (usually between 2–5)
- Family connections – for example, parent, grandparent, child, grandchild or adult sibling – who have lived in the area for at least three years.
To find the local area connection, go to the development page in the 'Our Homes' area above for the site you're interested in.