SSmith

Having lived at Longford all my life I have witnessed a downward trend in the safety and comfort levels within the community. There are many older people still driving who should have handed in their license years ago and youth who will do almost anything to cause trouble. It is not uncommon to find youth trespassing on other peoples property during the course of the weekend. I often find drunks running up our driveway and knocking on our bedroom windows scaring myself and children. Our insurance premium is alot higher than it used to be due to break in's in the area. There is not enough work being done to combat the growing issues of trespassing, vandalism and theft in the area.

The local supermarket is not able to price match the prices of larger supermarkets such as Coles and Woolworths so you find yourself paying extra for every day living. The cost of fuel is also higher than in Launceston and outer suburbs. With no competition on certain products you will find you pay a lot more than you would in a larger city.

How ever the main street still offers good old fashioned service, with many cafe's, news-agency, post office and local pub you will always find someone willing to help.