Neighbourhood map images in property listings help buyers understand the local area — walking distance to schools, transport links, shops, and parks. A clear, annotated local area map communicates lifestyle alongside bricks and mortar, and addresses the question buyers always ask: "What's the area like?" At imgresizr.com, you can create annotated neighbourhood map images for listings, for free.
Neighbourhood Map Image Sizes
| Use Case | Dimensions |
|---|---|
| Listing portal map image | 1200×900px landscape |
| Sales particulars insert | A5 at 300dpi (1748×2480px) |
| Social media | 1080×1080px |
How to Create Neighbourhood Maps at imgresizr.com
Take a screenshot of the property area on Google Maps or Apple Maps at an appropriate zoom level — typically showing a 0.5–1 mile radius. Upload to imgresizr.com. Use the Crop tool to frame the area cleanly. Use the Enhance tool to increase contrast — street names and features should be clearly readable. Use the Caption tool to add numbered labels for key local amenities: 1. Primary school (0.3 miles), 2. Supermarket (0.5 miles), 3. Train station (0.8 miles), 4. High street (0.6 miles). Mark the property itself clearly with a distinctive pin or star. Add a distance scale for context. Resize to your target dimensions and compress to under 500KB. Include in listing alongside photos and floor plan.
Neighbourhood Map Tips
- Walking times are more useful than distances — "8 min walk to school" beats "0.4 miles to school"
- Highlight the features most relevant to your target buyer demographic — young families care about schools, commuters care about transport
- Include local amenities that support lifestyle: parks, restaurants, leisure centres, GP surgeries
- Keep the map clean — annotate only the most important 5–8 features to avoid clutter
Create annotated neighbourhood map images for property listings, free at imgresizr.com.