3 signs you’ve officially outgrown your neighbourhood — and how to fix it. The first sign is safety. Once you have kids, the things you didn’t notice before suddenly matter. The second sign is lifestyle. The neighbourhood that fit your life five years ago doesn’t fit the life you’re living today. The third sign is space — inside and outside. Too much noise. Too many cars. Not enough breathing room. So how do you fix it? You get clear on two things: 1. What you want in your next neighbourhood. 2.