I can't seem to 'get rid' of this feeling, though I've been here 5 years now!
Its a Housing association flat on a bit of a rough estate, rough area and quite noisy with traffic. Some difficult neighbours, always feel my closest neighbours will kick off with something noise-wise. I long to live somewhere quiet or at least with decent noise insulation so I don't hear people screaming outside daily (druggies) or the main road traffic.
Homeswap would be unlikely, given the above, and I think should I even bother, though I may go down this route next year at least as a trial. I did it before for 6 months and got nowhere, my place wasn't good enough 
. If I move to private renting I will lose all security and probably pay double (a jump from £100 to £200 per week which I cannot afford).
The flat itself inside is quite nice, cos I've made it nice. And I'm grateful for that, and for having somewhere secure to live.
But I find myself constantly organising and minimising things - as if I might have to leave at a moment's notice e.g. because neighbours ramp up the noise volume suddenly or it becomes intolerable for some other related reason.
Its quite an odd way to be living. As I said almost as if I am "travelling" and am getting ready to move at any time. However, realistically, I have white goods, furniture, etc etc, so its not even as if I could!
Anyone able to offer some insight on my predicament? You can be as straightforward or as off the wall as you like!