Somerset Rent Crisis: Bath and North East Somerset Among UK's Least Affordable Areas Thursday, August 21, 2025 rent affordability somerset bath housing rentalmarket england crisis genrent wages Bath and North East Somerset has emerged as one of the least affordable places to rent in England outside of London. Last year, the average private rent in the area accounted for 42.7% of the median household income, making … Read More
Londoners Pricing Out Locals as Somerset Town Faces Housing Crisis Sunday, August 17, 2025 frome somerset housing crisis londonisation property affordability markettowns rents community Britain’s market towns have long been cherished hubs where local businesses and skilled artisans serve their communities with quality goods. Yet, in many parts of the country, this tradition is fading as independent … Read More
Londoners Drive Housing Crisis in Somerset’s Frome, Pricing Out Locals Sunday, August 17, 2025 frome housing crisis somerset londoners affordability markettown community rents londonisation Britain’s market towns have long been celebrated as vibrant hubs where local businesses and skilled artisans thrive, drawing visitors from near and far. Yet, across much of the country, these once-bustling town centres have … Read More
How Castle Cary is Transforming: A Look at Its Past, Present, and Future Thursday, August 14, 2025 castlecary somerset housing development localplan community infrastructure affordability planning growth Over the past decade, Somerset’s towns and villages have seen significant transformations, and Castle Cary is no exception. As the county anticipates a new Local Plan, the prospect of more housing developments looms large for … Read More
I Tried M&S, Sainsbury's, and Aldi's Coco Pops – The Winner Beats Kellogg's Monday, July 28, 2025 cereal cocopops breakfast tastetest m&s sainsburys aldi kelloggs affordability kids Coco Pops have long been a beloved breakfast treat, with every crunchy, chocolatey bite evoking nostalgic childhood memories. Whether enjoyed with hot or cold milk, the best part of this cereal is undoubtedly the sweet, … Read More
'Hopeless' South West seaside town where second homes are taking over and locals rely on foodbanks Thursday, July 24, 2025 stives cornwall seaside foodbank poverty secondhomes housing tourism affordability community St Ives, heralded as the quintessential Cornish seaside town, is famed for its picture-perfect harbour, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant tourist scene. Yet beneath the postcard charm lies a community grappling with hardship. … Read More