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06-16-2009, 05:50 PM
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So hows norwich ?
my family lives there and said its okay but has a few areas not to walk around... I have 2 kids and im planning to move to be near family, i just need you guys opinion about schools, crime, people, neighborhoods. etc...thanks  |
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06-16-2009, 09:18 PM
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Norwich is a small city that has typical urban issues. The schools are okay but not great and there are a few neighborhoods that have issues. That said note that there are many great areas to live as well. I am not sure what you are looking for there but if you are on a modest budget, it is not bad. JAy
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06-16-2009, 09:23 PM
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Strategic School Profiles by School
Information on schools in Norwich. Jay
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06-16-2009, 10:33 PM
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Norwich is "okay," not the best little city and not the worst, either. You simply have to see for yourself and get a feel for it. For me, I find it to be a bit uninspired with a lack of direction. Perhaps you would rather look at towns around Norwich. Some that come to mind include: Montville, Salem, Colchester, etc. It's a great area, Southeastern Connecticut!
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06-16-2009, 11:47 PM
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06-17-2009, 11:09 AM
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Quote:
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06-17-2009, 12:34 PM
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"Some that come to mind include: Montville"
even though it seems to fall on deaf ears everytime i say this, Montville does have very good schools and is certainly close enough to Norwich so that you're not driving a 1/2 hour to an hour.
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06-17-2009, 12:46 PM
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Norwich, as stated above, is a small city with some typical urban issues, as well as a nice little downtown area. Many efforts are underway to liven up certain under-appreciated areas, and stimulate more economic growth, however these projects will take time, and whether the wait is worth it is totally up to you. As ctcoldplay mentioned earlier, I would encourage you to check it out for yourself if you have an opportunity to, and keep your mind open to the surrounding towns lest you find them more attractive.
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06-18-2009, 12:16 PM
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yeah...i might look into montville...my father told me about one specific neighborhood in norwich called "greenvill or hill"  how is that place ????? |
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06-21-2009, 05:41 PM
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Greenville is the one section of Norwich that you want to AVOID.
You should also know that Norwich has some of the highest taxes in the area.
I would look at Lisbon, Ct. which is just North of Norwich, has good schools, and a much lower mill rate.
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