5 August 2025
Craving more space, a calmer pace of life, and room to breathe? You’re not alone. As the trend toward flexible working continues, more and more homebuyers are trading in city living for countryside comfort. At Walton Homes, we understand that where you live should reflect how you want to live — and if you’ve found yourself longing for greener views and quieter days, it might be time to consider a move. Here are five signs that rural life could be exactly what you’ve been searching for.
Craving space, serenity and a slower pace of life? You are not alone. Since the pandemic and the ensuing rise in homeworking rates, more and more homebuyers are trading city life for the quiet charm of the countryside.
But how do you know if rural living is right for you?
At Walton Homes, we know that choosing where to live is as much about lifestyle as it is about location. If you’ve found yourself dreaming of open fields and village communities, here are five signs you might be ready to make the move — and how to make it a smooth one.
1. You Long for Peace and Quiet
If you’re constantly overwhelmed by traffic, noise or crowds, it might be time to step away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Rural homes offer natural tranquillity, giving you the space to breathe, think, and reconnect — whether that’s with nature, your loved ones or just yourself.
Tip: Spend a weekend in a village or countryside location you’re considering. Listen to the quiet. That sense of calm? It could be your new every day.
2. You’re Looking for More Space
Whether it’s for growing families, hobbies that need room, or just the desire to stretch out, rural homes typically offer more square footage inside and out. Our homes come with generous gardens that make it easier to enjoy some outside living – whether that’s dining al fresco (when weather allows!) or getting green-fingered with some year-round gardening.
Bonus: With Walton Homes, countryside living doesn’t mean compromising on modern design or energy efficiency.
3. You Value a Strong Sense of Community
Rural life often comes with close-knit neighbourhoods where people know your name — and look out for one another. From local markets to village fêtes, you’ll find a rhythm of life centred on connection and community.
Tip: Visit the local shop, pub or café. If the welcome feels warm, your halfway home already.
4. You Want to Rebalance Work and Life
Since the pandemic, flexible working has made it easier than ever to live where you love — not just where the office is. With good road links and broadband connectivity improving all the time, rural homes now offer the best of both worlds: professional convenience with lifestyle freedom.
Did you know? Many Walton Homes developments are carefully located to balance countryside calm with easy access to commuter routes and local amenities.
5. You’re Ready for a Change
Sometimes, you just know. The busy town or city no longer fits, and you’re ready to swap weekend queues for woodland walks, concrete for countryside, and stress for stillness.
Tip: Make a list of what truly matters in your daily life — and where you’re most likely to find it. If that list includes nature, space, and a slower pace, rural life could be the answer.
Ready to Make the Move?
If any of these signs ring true, it might be time to explore a rural lifestyle. At Walton Homes, we build more than just houses — we create places that feel like home from day one. With thoughtfully designed properties in some of the Midlands’ most picturesque locations, your country life could be closer than you think.
