Raising Kids in Bangkok’s Suburbs: Pros and Cons of Pathum Thani, Thailand

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Scott Pressimone

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Raising Kids in Bangkok’s Suburbs: Pros and Cons of Pathum Thani, Thailand

Made it in Thailand

16 minutes

5 months ago

Raising Kids in Bangkok’s Suburbs: Pros and Cons of Pathum Thani, Thailand

Considering moving to the suburbs of Bangkok, Thailand? I moved to Pathum Thani with my family four and a half years ago and here are my experiences. Learn about the pros like increased living space, shared community areas, good security, friendly neighbors, nearby markets, and the slower pace of life. However, there are also some cons including maintenance responsibilities, limited hospital options, and challenges with transportation. Find out if suburban life near Bangkok is right for you.

00:00 Introduction: Moving to Bangkok Suburbs
01:19 Pros of suburban living
01:23 Space
02:49 Shared area
03:25 Security
04:04 Friendly neighbors
05:07 Neighborhood shops and restaurants
05:31 Fresh market
06:20 Door delivery
07:10 Slower pace of life (but not too slow)
07:59 Bilingual schools
08:34 Access to Bangkok
09:52 Cons of suburban living
09:56 House maintenance
10:41 Further from top-tier hospitals
11:33 Difficult to get a taxi
12:41 Forced to plan ahead
13:36 Final thoughts
15:16 Conclusion