The Reality of School Zones

Most people think about school zones when buying a home.

Fewer think about the daily reality of actually getting their kids to school.

It’s not just about distance. It’s about how that commute plays out.

• Are you battling peak-hour traffic every morning?
• Does the route have five sets of lights, three blind corners, and a school drop-off zone that feels like a war zone?
• Will your child be on a bus for 45 minutes each way while you assume they’ll just read a book?

For working parents—especially those juggling high-pressure jobs—this is not a small detail.

A frustrating school run can add unnecessary stress before the workday has even begun. It can also mean:
• Rushed mornings with forgotten lunchboxes and tears (yours or theirs).
• Increased lateness for work, meetings, and everything else.
• The creeping resentment of losing an hour a day just driving.

Some buyers prioritise an extra bedroom or a bigger backyard.

Smart buyers ask: How much time and peace does this location actually give us?

Because a home that saves you from 40 fights a year before 8:30 AM?

That’s a feature worth paying for.