What to consider when choosing the location of new home

[OnlyOneBike]

Just wondering if people could share their experiences in choosing the place for raising a family. Or more specifically, what are the things necessary / nice to have for raising a young kid?

We have a 15 months old. When we chose where to rent a few months ago, we looked for plenty baby/toddler classes, leafy parks for buggy walk, outstanding nurseries, etc. When we move to our new house (approx. next year) he'll be 2yo+. Apparently primary school is a big thing. Baby/toddler classes may not be as important since he'll hopefully have lots of activities in daycare so no need for classes. Is there any other thing we will need in a few years time, for example, out of class clubs, large park for scooter/bike riding, or maybe children friendly restaurants? Sorry first time parent here. I can't remotely remember how I spent time at this young age.

I don't think we will live the same house for more than 10 ish years. So I'll just ignore the teen age for now.

TIA.

One thing I feel like people sometimes forget is doctors, pediatricians are relatively easy to find, but what about emergency? Also anything you might want you do with your kid a lot while he's young ? Maybe you want the nearest library to have a large children's section and a summer reading party. Does the nearest park have a a jungle gym as well as paths for bike riding/walks? If there is an activity your family really enjoys, such as hiking or swimming, you'd probably want to be near a kid friendly site for those things.

@EliSH993

One thing I feel like people sometimes forget is doctors, pediatricians are relatively easy to find, but what about emergency? Also anything you might want you do with your kid a lot while he's young ? Maybe you want the nearest library to have a large children's section and a summer reading party. Does the nearest park have a a jungle gym as well as paths for bike riding/walks? If there is an activity your family really enjoys, such as hiking or swimming, you'd probably want to be near a kid friendly site for those things.

Oh yes the doctors! We had a very good gp who would always pick up phone calls within seconds and see you the same day if necessary. I've heard friends of us complaining not being able to get appointments with theirs. How could I forget this one

The hobby thing is a tricky one because we have stopped almost everything after having DS. Even just having a coffee is a luxary. I have to fry eggs using the other hand while holding a cup! But I get the idea. Will think about it. Thanks for the inputs. Very helpful!

The only thing is I’d consider specially is schools, including access and transport options (like how long will it take you to get there/is there school transport). Other than that, just that the space inside and out works for you and it’s an area you want to live in.

We’ve just bought a house (where we hope to stay til retirement). We have an 8 & 3 year old. Space mattered, including interior layout, and outdoor space. But I can’t say we gave any consideration to children’s activities nearby or restaurants, etc. We’re moving to a lovely part of the country with beaches and outdoor activities, but that’s as much for us as them. It’s mainly thinking about somewhere we would be happy until they’re grown so they’d stay here a long time, make friends, have a house big enough for teens and them to come back to as adults, etc as it’s a long term permanent move.