We're renting until I buy somewhere new.
It's way better than my old flat (godawful upstairs neighbour) but still noisy at times.
Downstairs neighbours are elderly and have visitors every day. Fair enough but the volume really goes up. I can hear what they're saying as I'm working. The old guy was just singing a song and they frequently slam doors. The other neighbour through the wall is very loud and sweary but it's not even a muffled voice you can hear every word as you're sitting on the sofa.
Husband has lived in 3 countries where detached homes are common/the norm. He's very noise sensitive too so keeps going on about the neighbours noise.
I am buying without him going on the mortgage as he's not a permanent resident or citizen. Can't afford detached so will either go for a semi or end terrace.
But what era is best or worst for noise transmission? Or is it down to building materials and insulation? It would be good to rule some homes out when we're looking.
My parents have a pre war semi and you can hear next door's dog barking or the grandkid shrieking when he's over but that's it. A friend lives in a flat similar to this one but says she hears nothing from her neighbours. She asked downstairs if they heard her DC and they said no. So I'm not sure what to think.
Thanks.
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What era property is best for lack of noise?
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FingersXrossed · 30/10/2020 10:51
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