Where are the communities in the BOP or Waikato regions that have great beaches with a small safe community? What are the things to look out for when moving to a beach town?
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Hi @traveller. Thank you for posting.
Not sure of BOP (Bay of Plenty) or Waikato but maybe our community can help you here?
I will try and answer on your second part of the question?
Yes the sea and coastal environment is and will attract people to retire and find that magical spot.
But a word of caution. You may want to consider being close to good health care providers, hence Nelson beaches being very popular with retirees.
Here are a few suggestions for research & due diligence for pre purchasing into any coastal area.
- What is the ratio between owner occupied properties versus rented property?
- Where is the prominent wind from?
- How does the suns path warm areas?
- Temperatures in winter?
- Important - is there a water table issue? (Kapiti Coast, NZ has a major issue)
- What council infrastructure is being planned?
- Can you still get insurance without having to pay big premiums or high excesses?
- What coastal erosion is happening.?
- What is local council tags in their LIM (Land information report ) contain and importantly what is the new or future council district plan changes proposed (Kapiti council are a good case in point)
Hi @traveller. This article might be of interest?