Property News · February 3, 2018

Where to move for… fresh air


The wealthy have long avoided pollution by living in the south-west of British cities. Is that still the case?Back to school. Geography lesson. Subject: UK towns and cities and the distribution of social classes. Question: Where do you find the wealthiest urban populations? Come on, come on. Yes, you. “In the west and south-west of towns, often on hills.” Bingo. Bonus question: Why? “Air pollution. The UK’s prevailing wind is southwesterly, blowing smog north and east. It also tends to sink to the bottom of valleys. Posh people usually move where the air is fresher.” Swot. Related: Where to move for good primary schools Continue reading…

Source : theguardian.com
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