Hello,

I’m a n00b to this forum but I’ve been looking for a property in Perth for a while, somewhere to rent out and probably move into myself next year, so I haven’t been actively seeking CF+, just somewhere I could live happily without baving to rob any banks.

Two suburbs I had a look at and would not buy myself:

Ashfield – yes it has potential and it is close to the river and city, but it still has a lot of social problems. There are some nice new houses being built but a LOT of crappy old ones with really trashed front yards and scary looking tenants. And with rents stil low and no alternative accommodation being provided for these tenants I can’t see how the area would improve in the short-term.

South Lake – yes, it’s near the freeway and there is a lot of development happening, but if you go for a drive around there you can literally feel your hair stand on end. HUGE powerlines everywhere not just blotting the landscape but also a health risk too.

Just thought I’d let you guys know.

Cheers,
A