AIBU to not take this housing association property ?

[Somma]

Hello !

I’ve been mmmm and ahhhing. I just don’t know what to do.

After 5 years, myself and DS have been offered a housing association property. Transport links are perfect, it’s a redeveloped building. However, it is expensive but can be manageable.

However, the crime rate in the area is very high, just last week they were three stabbings in the area, there’s a lot of drug and violence crime. I’m extremely concerned about this- especially for DS who has needs and is very vulnerable.

Even though the place is very nice, not everything that glistens is gold and I do not want to be swayed by how the place looks vs not taking into the safety elements into account.

I’m going to have a look to see the area of the property to get a feel from it.

Don’t get me wrong, I’m so grateful to be offered a place but I just want to be sure I’m doing the right thing.

What do you all think ?

I haven’t lived with my sister for 5 years. Should have made that clearer originally.

True, which is why I’m looking for a home ASAP, I’ll consider going private etc. She came with me to the viewing and told me not to take.

I’ve declined the flat and I’m content with my decision. I’m not risking getting evicted, I’m not risking my DS safety. I don’t think most people on this board know how mentally exhausting, terrifying.. it is to have a child with additional needs who have no danger awareness.