Before analysing the results of people's attitudes to house building, it is interesting to note the length of time respondents have lived in Rattery. 66% have lived in Rattery for under 15 years and 30 % between 16 and 50 years. In total, 9 people have lived in Rattery for over 50 years!

On the issue of house building, the appraisal asked 'Over the next ten years would you like to see the housing stock of Rattery increase?' The majority (47%) said 'NO', with 35% in favour and 18% having no opinion.

Of the 35% who voted 'YES' for more housing (representing 82 people)

• 75% wanted housing for local people
• 56% wanted housing for young people
• 28% wanted housing for low income families
• 20% wanted sheltered accommodation
• 56%wanted the housing stock to increase by no more than 10 houses
• 8% wanted an increase of over 30 houses

All respondents were then asked 'If there is to be development in the village, what would be most acceptable?

• 63% would prefer infilling with single buildings.

Most people (51%) thought the number of houses built in Rattery over the last 10 years was 'about right', and 60% are totally or quite satisfied with 'the appearance of new buildings'.

Asked to comment on the quality of planning decisions made over the location and design of buildings, the vast majority of respondents (70%) thought that it was either good or reasonable. 4 people are in need of alternative accommodation now, and 10 people in the next 3 years.

Only one question was asked on the above subject in order to identify activities that would help reduce the crime rate in Rattery.

• 57% wanted more police patrols
• 51% wanted an extension to the neighbourhood watch
• 44% wanted more information on recent crimes
• 39% wanted crime prevention programmes

Asked how often people use particular facilities

• 83% often or occasionally use the village hall (17% never)
• 82% often or occasionally go to the pub (18% never)
• 10% attend church often, 50% occasionally and 40% never
• 19% frequently use the post office, 31% occasionally and 50% never

A question asking people If they would be interested in participating or organising a particular activity identified the following activities as feasible:

In addition, Scrabble (21 interested) and a Horse club (17) might work and 29 people expressed an interest in a local history club. The idea of Youth and Toddler groups attracted a significant proportion of the age group they are intended for (19 and 14 respectively).

The appraisal also identified a definite need for a local newsletter, with 52% of respondents wanting a letter and significant numbers willing to help.