beorhtian

I grew up in Knoxfield and have lived here on and off for my whole life (am now 33 years old). Felt like a safe, typical Aussie suburb to grow up in back in the 80's and 90's. Big 1/4 blocks, the occasional street party, etc. Sports facilities, local shops, etc. Now..? Well, we've just pulled the pin on building on a block here because it doesn't feel like 'home' anymore. The area has changed almost beyond recognition over the past 10-years alone. Every house that goes up for sale is being pulled down and replaced with townhouses/units. Yes, we were going to do that ourselves, but it's lost the feel it used to have and is now... Just to busy. Because of the rate of development that's happening in Knoxfield, it's lost the community feel and has lost clear roads!! There are so many cars parked along the streets now because of all the high-density living, lots more noise (house parties, general noise). May be it's nostalgia talking, but just not the place I want to raise our kids. Too busy and starting to feel very claustrophobic...