How important is broadband speed to a house buyer?
A recent survey by Broadband Expert revealed that 84% of potential UK home buyers think broadband speed should be included in the schedule for a property.
The survey was compiled by comparison site Broadband Expert, which interviewed 253 individuals about their views on broadband in the home.
“The internet has become such a vital part of people's work and home lifestyles, why shouldn't broadband speed be advertised up front in the buying process?” explains Rob Webber, Commercial Director at Broadband Expert.
With one in eight people in the UK working from home (TUC Report May 2009) - a figure which is likely to increase during the economic downturn as people supplement their salaries with remote work outside office hours – and with trends towards “flexible” working on the increase, many may need to factor broadband speed into their decision before committing to a property.
But with so many factors influencing your decision on your next home (such as schools, lifestyle, price, local services and location) is the speed of your internet access going to have an impact on whether you decide to offer on a property or not? Our quick poll round the ESPC office found it was a factor most had not thought about or did not consider it to be that important.
So we have decided to ask the users of espc.com, one short and simple question.