Hi everyone!
My partner and I (mid 30s) are considering moving from West London to Derby, and we'd love some honest and transparent local opinions. Main and primarily objective is save up some money but also wanted to enjoy the area, specially the Peak District.
We're particularly interested in safety, neighbourhoods and what it's like living on Derby day to day. We enjoy a rather quiet lifestyle, go for a stroll after work, gym, hiking and having a decent city centre for grabbing a coffee or simply walk around in the weekend, usual things. Not night owls or someone who goes to the pub much.
I am very curious about antisocial behaviour, areas to avoid, how safe it feels walking around in the evenings close to the train station (6ish), and overall view of the town.
We are looking at the Darley area in particular to settle, close to Banks Mill Studios. Is this a decent plate to settle? Unfortunately, we have no car, so need to stay closer to town and train station.
Please be honest, both the good and the bad, pretty sure there has to be great things!
Thanks