Less traffic, accessible schools among reasons workers moved to the north west
ACCESS to schools, being closer to family and friends and less traffic.
These are the three top determining factors for people who have relocated to the North West, according to a survey released recently.
And almost half (44pc) of those surveyed said they now travel to work in 10 minutes or less – a commute time that is unimaginable for most working professionals.
The North West Relocation Survey, entitled ‘Why I chose the North West’was carried out by National Recruitment & HR Services Group Collins McNicholas.
It might surprise some, that respondents in many cases actually moved to the North West region to advance their career while at the same time benefitting from a new and improved work-life balance that counties like Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal can offer.
In fact, 76% of respondents moved into a similar or more senior role than the one they held before moving, which shows the opportunities that exist in the North West.
They now also enjoy a significantly lower cost of living and a high increase in disposable income.
More than three-quarters of those who responded said their disposable income had increased since moving to the North West.
Four out of five (82pc) of those who responded hold an honours degree or above which shows the north west is attracting highly-qualified professionals.
One-third of respondents had moved to the North West from overseas of which 10pc were from the UK.
Just under onethird moved from Dublin and just over one-third from locations across the rest of Ireland.