🏡 *Home Ownership Tops Priorities in Hyderabad: Survey Insights* A recent survey titled “Beyond Bricks: The Pulse of Home Buying” reveals that 81% of Hyderabad residents prefer owning homes, citing long-term security, financial stability, and cultural values as key motivators. This places Hyderabad among the top Indian cities with a strong ownership sentiment. 📊 *Key Survey Highlights:* Cities with Higher Ownership Preference than Hyderabad: Chennai – 86% Mumbai Metropolitan Region – 85% Ahmedabad – 83% Close Behind Hyderabad: Kolkata – 80% 👥 *Demographics Driving Ownership:* High-income earners (₹50L+ per year): 91% prefer ownership. Millennials: 82% view home ownership as a path to financial independence. Gen Z and lower-income groups show lower ownership intent (71% and 72%, respectively), mainly due to affordability and career mobility. 🏙️ *City-wise Trends:* Hyderabad & similar cities: Preference for long-term living homes. Investment-driven markets: Bengaluru – 40% Mumbai – 34% First-time home buyers dominate in: Chennai – 51% Ahmedabad – 48% Delhi-NCR – 42% Lower ownership sentiment: Delhi-NCR – 74% Bengaluru – 73% Due to high prices and younger, mobile populations. 🏠 *Top Buyer Priorities:* 58% want proximity to hospitals 53% prioritize being near shopping areas 40% look for public transport access Amenities like gyms (16%) and community clubs (23%) are expected but not decisive.