Greenbelts: What are they and why do I want one?
More specifically, a greenbelt is an area of woods, parks or open land surrounding a community. (source) Often the government places restrictions on these areas to ensure that they can’t be developed.
As it turns out, there are numerous benefits to living near a greenbelt. Beyond, the sheer pleasures of being able to look out and enjoy the relatively untouched, natural space, greenbelts have a variety of environmental benefits. Some of them include protection for natural or semi-natural environments and improved air and water quality in urban areas.
Exposure to nature and green space also has immense benefits for your physical and mental health. Studies have shown that the natural settings of greenbelts can:
- Help restore your mind from the mental fatigue that comes from working or studying, which then contributes to improved work performance and satisfaction.
- Provide more opportunities for physical activity, which improves brain function, learning and memory.
- Alleviate symptoms of Alzheimer’s, dementia, stress and depression, and improve the cognitive function in people recently diagnosed with breast cancer.
- Contribute to the development of cognitive, emotional and behavioral connections in children. This is important for encouraging their imaginations, creativity, cognitive and intellectual development and social relationships.
Finding a home near a greenbelt is not only aesthetically pleasing, but will also reap numerous benefits for your health and well-being when you go outside to enjoy it. We’d love to help you find a place where you can go for a walk, breathe in fresh air and run around on the grass.
If you’d like to find a home that’s closer to a park or forested areas, contact us today. We want to make your real estate dreams a reality!
