December 2004
When you don't know the area and live miles away, how do you start to find the house of your choice? For parents an additional concern is finding an appropriate school that they are happy for their children to attend. Researching the area online, knowing where to start looking can take some of the stress away.

By visiting www.thomsonlocal.com, Thomson Directories online directory, users are able to access all the relevant information they may need about the local area they are considering moving to. The easy to use homepage features a number of lifestyle channels that provide a wealth of area-specific information. Education information is located in the Local and Community section. Simply enter the postcode or town of the area you are interested in, and specify the type of education, for example primary, junior or secondary. The relevant schools are then listed in distance order. Statistical information on pass rates, attendance figures and pupil numbers are also displayed helping you make a decision about your child's schooling.

Information on local property is found in the Property section, which provides comprehensive information on current and forecasted prices, neighbourhood profiles and web links to major estate agents and property services such as surveyors, removals and building contractors. Information can also be found on the area crime rates, as well as contact details for the local government offices and information on council tax bands.

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