In the UK, is it necessary for a rental property to have a south-facing layout?

✅I believe many friends carefully select their homes with their families before coming to the UK, and the orientation of the property has become a primary consideration when choosing a house. 🆚In fact, the living habits of British people are different from the traditional Chinese preference for houses facing south. The weather conditions in high latitude regions of Europe make it difficult for sunlight to reach, and those who have stayed in the UK should have a deep impression that the weather in the UK is often cloudy and rainy, and the average annual temperature does not fluctuate much. Many houses do not have air conditioning. Therefore, British people do not pay as much attention to whether a house is "facing south" as Chinese people do. However, the orientation of the house has a significant impact on indoor lighting and temperature. 🌞Advantages of south-facing rooms: Rooms on the sunny side receive good sunlight, making them bright. It is convenient to sun the bedding directly on the bed. South-facing rooms are also suitable for indoor plant cultivation if you like. 🔥Disadvantages of south-facing rooms: Most houses in the UK do not have air conditioning, so south-facing rooms can become extremely hot and unbearable in the summer. Although it may be slightly warmer in winter, the UK generally has heating, so the advantages in winter are not as significant. During the hot summer when the sun is intense, you may have to endure high temperatures while keeping the curtains closed. However, this means there will be no natural light in the room. If the curtains are transparent or light-colored, strong sunlight can also affect the visibility of electronic screens. 🌧️Advantages of north-facing rooms: In the summer, when the sun is at a high angle and many rooms become hot and receive strong UV radiation, north-facing rooms become a cool haven! You don't have to endure the heat and keep the curtains closed, which is very comfortable! ❄️Disadvantages of north-facing rooms: Lack of sunlight may require longer use of artificial lighting, which can increase utility bills. Therefore, it is advisable to choose a property with bills included if the room faces north. It may also affect the mood of the residents. A prolonged lack of sunlight exposure may lead to a tendency towards feeling down. 🤷‍♂️So, how should you choose the orientation of a house? Based on the experience of senior students and feedback from many students, an east-west orientation is generally better: ➡️East-facing windows allow ample natural light to enter the room in the morning, improving the residents' mental state and helping them wake up and start the day's work. In winter, it can also let the morning sun shine directly into the room, providing some warmth. This way, it won't be too stuffy in the summer. ⬅️West-facing windows receive afternoon sunlight, making the room warmer in winter. They can also block the direct sunlight in the morning and noon during the summer, reducing the rise in indoor temperature and keeping it relatively cool. Additionally, there is a beautiful sunset view in the evening.🌇 🏬In addition to the orientation of the house, the floor level and nearby obstructions are also important! The higher the floor, the wider the gap between buildings, allowing more sunlight to reach and cover a larger area. ⭐️So, when looking for a rental property, there is no need to be too focused on south-facing layouts. The key is to carefully consider the surrounding environment and choose a suitable floor level. Quickly tag your friends to share this knowledge!